 Woolworth closed at the mall in April 1982 due to unprofitability.During the 1982 Christmas season, the former Woolworth space was used by several local automotive dealers as a temporary showroom.In 1983, Edward J. DeBartolo Corporation announced that the mall would be receiving a thorough renovation which would include new planters and benches, removal of the center court's fountain in favor of a performance stage, new lighting, heightened ceilings in the department stores, and a customer service kiosk.