The Ice House by the Second Ward Switchyard

This new build on the corner of Navigation Blvd. and Terminal Rd. has aroused the curiosity of a Magnolia Park resident: Though its utilitarian appearance and ballast-sharing trackside location suggest a storage facility — or maybe a roll-by gift shop for forgetful conductors — a neighbor on Terminal Rd. says he heard it’s going to be the new location of Players Ice House.

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Located about 1.5 miles west near N. Estelle St. at 4201 Navigation, Players does appear to be closed, and the phone has been disconnected. The 2,160-sq.-ft. building dates to 1973. A neighbor, who says he used to DJ at Players, seconded the rumor.

Below: Two more views of what’s going up:

Photos: Allyn West

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