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Bin Mania draws huge crowd to Colony Square HEALTH & WELLNESS

Mall location for grand opening by Lynette Dotson Having a

said Davis. “I mean it has been an up- “Hoppy” and
hill battle to get this open, but now that
we’re open and we’ve had that big of a Healthy Easter
turnout, I can’t wait to see the support
of the Zanesville community and I can’t
wait to give back to that community too
for supporting us so strong.” by Alexus Masterson, MPH,
The crowds of shoppers did not slow Family & Consumer Sciences Educator
down during the ribbon cutting event Ohio State University Extension,
hosted by the Zanesville-Muskingum Muskingum County
County Chamber of Commerce, just
an hour after the store opened. Colony
Square Mall management was also
there to support Davis and the opening
of his new location. Holidays are a time for celebration
“We are so excited to welcome Bin Ma- and cheer! The Easter holiday is rooted
nia to Colony Square Mall in Zanesville,” in religion but has created other tradi-
said Colony Square Mall General Man- tions we know today like Easter egg
ager Jessical Brailer. “This is their third hunts, the Easter bunny, baskets with
location in Ohio, and we feel that this candy, and family gatherings. One of my
is something that is going to serve our favorite parts about this spring holiday
community well. They offer great deals, is the food options that change between
Owner Ben Davis cuts the ribbon during the grand opening for Bin Mania. Lynette Dotson
great name brands at wonderful prices families. Some recipes are more tradi-
The hundreds of people waiting in a it’s $2, and Thursday it’s a dollar! Then to meet the needs of the community, tional while others are incorporated over
line that wrapped around the play area we also have shelves where everything and something fun. He [owner, Ben Da- time. We have talked before about the
near the Cinemark Theater in the Colony is priced as marked, and we do have a vis] refers to it as ‘Ohio’s best treasure significant role that food plays in our life,
but what are things we can do to take a
Square Mall were not there for the latest challenge on those shelves. That means hunt’. So this is something fun that you traditional meal and make it lighter or
box office smash film this time, and no, if you find it at a major retailer cheaper, can continue to come to, and we are just healthier? Making a switch for side dish-
a celebrity had not entered the building, I’m going to match it and take 15% off really excited to be part of their adven- es is a great place to begin; by changing
although the Easter Bunny has been fre- below their price to make sure you walk ture here.” a few ingredients we can have nutritious
quenting the mall. The excitement was out these doors with the best possible Davis is excited about his decision to food at the table without compromising
all due to a grand opening event for the deal at any time.” open Bin Mania in the Colony Square taste. Trying a healthy salad or a casse-
latest retail store to open in the mall, Bin There are 40 bins to sift through and Mall. “What drew us here is the fact that role with less sodium and dairy are a few
Mania. hundreds of feet of shelving that hold this mall is becoming more mom and ways. A recipe from EatingWell takes
The discount store that packs a lot of massive amounts of wallet-saving finds. pop family oriented, and I absolutely a classic dish and adds a light twist.
savings into its 17,000 square feet of re- The energy is off the charts between love to be part of that, and the space Creamy Mashed Cauliflower is a great
tail space offers a shopping experience the infectious enthusiasm exuding from that is provided here is absolutely per- substitute for mashed potatoes with a
like no other in Zanesville. store owner Davis and the high-tempo fect for what we are doing.” quarter of the calories as the real thing.
“The really cool thing about Bin Mania music jamming through the store’s Bin Mania can be found online on Buttermilk, salt, and chives all come to-
is that we dump a whole bunch of items speakers. Over 200 shoppers gathered Facebook. Be sure to follow them for gether to bring this dish to life. The reci-
that are returned and overstocked from outside the store on the morning of the Thursday night live videos and preview pe will be listed at the end of the article.
all kinds of major retailers into these store’s opening day. A steady flow of sav- pictures of what’s coming to the shelves. Cauliflower is one of the more versatile
bins, and those bins, on certain days, are ings seekers popped in later on for their Bin Mania is located in the Colony Square vegetables that have been used in place
certain prices,” explained owner Ben Da- chance to find the best bargains on pop- Mall (3575 Maple Ave, Zanesville) and is of many staple ingredients like pizza
vis. “So Friday, we fill those bins, and it is ular items like clothing, toys, electronics, open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Sat- crust and potato-based products. No
all $9 each, no matter that retail value. furniture, household items, and more! urday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 10 matter how you like to enjoy side dishes,
if you are looking for an alternative this
Then on Saturday, it drops to $7 each, “I couldn’t ask for a better turnout, a.m. to 7 p.m., and Thursday 10 a.m. to is a great place to start. Small changes
then Monday, we put nothing new in the and I can’t say thank you enough to all 5 p.m. in our diet have a significant impact
bins, and it continuously drops. So Mon- these people behind me, all the great on health outcomes and we can enjoy
day it’s $4, Tuesday it’s $3, Wednesday staff that helped me put this together,” all our favorite foods in moderation, to
keep us balanced. No matter what your
holiday meal spread looks like, have a
Genesis HealthCare System’s Coburn UMC healthy and safe Easter with the ones
you love!
Pulmonary Medicine and to host blood INGREDIENTS
• 8 cups bite-size cauliflower florets

Thoracic Surgery form drive (about 1 head)
• 4 cloves garlic, crushed
Innovative Collaboration to Every two seconds someone in the and peeled
• 1/3 cup nonfat buttermilk (see Tip)
U.S. needs blood. It is essential for
• 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil,
Enhance Lung Cancer Care surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic ill- divided
nesses and traumatic injuries. Wheth-
er a patient receives whole blood, red • 1 teaspoon butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
submitted cells, platelets or plasma, this lifesav- • Freshly ground pepper to taste
ing care starts with one person making
Genesis recently launched an innova- and target lung tumors, improving out- a generous donation. Snipped fresh chives for garnish
tive collaboration between its Pulmo- comes and minimizing recovery times.
nary Medicine and Thoracic Surgery “The ability to mark tumors before Thursday, April 24 DIRECTIONS
departments to improve surgical treat- surgery, using robotic technology, allows 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Place cauliflower florets and garlic in a
ment of lung cancer. The joint program us to surgically remove them with un- Coburn United Methodist Church steamer basket over boiling water, cover and
steam until very tender, 12 to 15 minutes.
utilizes advanced robotic bronchoscopy matched precision,” said Edmund Kas- 3618 Maple Avenue, Zanesville (Alternatively, place florets and garlic in a mi-
technology to mark lung cancers, which sis, M.D., Fellowship-trained and Board- crowave-safe bowl with 1/4 cup water, cover
enables precision robotic-assisted surgi- certified Thoracic Surgeon and Medical To schedule an appointment visit and microwave on High for 3 to 5 minutes.)
cal removal of small tumors. Director of Thoracic Surgery at the Gen- RedCrossBlood.org Place the cooked cauliflower and garlic in
“By integrating robotic bronchoscopy esis Heart & Vascular Institute. “This or call 1-800-RED CROSS a food processor. Add buttermilk, 2 tea-
into our approach, we offer a more pre- enhances our ability to remove cancer- spoons oil, butter, salt and pepper; pulse
cise and minimally invasive procedure, ous tissue while preserving healthy lung several times, then process until smooth and
improving diagnosis and treatment,” tissue, which is critical for the patient’s creamy. Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle
said James Adamo, M.D., F.C.C.P., Fel- recovery and quality of life.” with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and gar-
lowship-trained and Board-certified, Pul- nish with chives, if desired. Serve hot.
monary/Critical Care Medicine at Gen-
esis HealthCare System. Tip: No buttermilk? You can use buttermilk
This approach marks a significant New Puzzles powder prepared according to package di-
advancement in the treatment of lung HAVE A POSITIVE NEWS TIP? rections. Or make “sour milk”: mix 1 table-
cancer, offering patients more accurate CALL OR TEXT 740-270-2408. spoon lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup milk.
and less invasive options for surgery. The on page 12! Sources:
multidisciplinary team can better locate Webster, K. (2024, April 22). Creamy Mashed Cauliflower.
EatingWell. https://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/248887/creamy-
mashed-cauliflower/