On the opposite side of U.S. 41, a bit to the south and opposite Southgate, another bank building (formerly Huntington) is in the process of rebirth. The old facade has been replaced by sleek glass panels, and the right-angle intersection of the two wings has been made the focus of the design. Simple reconstructive nips and tucks, perhaps, but a very effective face-lift, nonetheless.

As the amusing signs posted during the successful renovation of the Alcazar building on Main Street housing the Two Senoritas

restaurant proclaimed during that process: "She's having a little work

done." If some cosmetic surgery performed on our city, a game old girl

rather than a grande dame, can provide new life, bring it on. And,

while we're at it, let's rebuild the Lido Casino.