What's next for Metrocenter? Valley 101 finds out

Plans for a new village in the place of Metrocenter Mall in northwest Phoenix
Plans for a new village in the place of Metrocenter Mall in northwest Phoenix

Metrocenter mall holds a special place in Phoenix's history, particularly for those who grew up in the 1970s and 1980s. Once claiming the top spot as Arizona's largest mall, it now rests empty and awaits demolition. But what awaits the 80-acre site is a rebirth that will pay homage to the mall's history.

In this episode of Valley 101, we take a look at why Metrocenter is so special and what the future holds.

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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Metrocenter: What's next for metro Phoenix mall? Valley 101 finds out