One of Reed City's most historic buildings will be demolished by the end of next week.

The building has been vacant for the past few years and is in disrepair.

"It will take about two weeks to demolish," Osceola County Chair of the Land Bank Tonia Hartline said. "Once it's knocked down, we will seed it back to grass."

The County and City previously considered rezoning the property to sell the building two years ago, which would have been used as a transitional facility for rehabilitated prisoners.

Located at the corner of Upton Ave. and Sears St., the building has also served as a hospital and a library in the past.

Hartline said the next steps for the property have not been finalized at this time.

According to a post on the City of Reed City's Facebook page, the contractor will be using water from hydrants to help with dust control. This may stir up the water system and cause rust-colored water to appear. If this happens at your business or residence, please run cold water to clear it up.