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As Charlotte prepares for Spectrum Center upgrades, research says stadium investments rarely return that money
Episode 554

As Charlotte prepares for Spectrum Center upgrades, research says stadium investments rarely return that money

Research shows sports facility upgrades rarely deliver the kind of economic impact they promise.

WCNC Charlotte To Go

April 10, 20247m 30s

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Show Notes

Charlotte is ready for major renovations at two of its largest sports venues, but as the Queen City looks to welcome in a new era of entertainment for fans, there are questions about who's paying for those upgrades.  

The price to build arenas is rising exponentially and it may not be worth it.  Let's connect the dots.

Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/local/connect-the-dots/sports-stadium-upgrades-taxpayer-money-spectrum-center-charlotte-north-carolina-hornets-panthers-bank-of-america-stadium/275-3fa51bbf-75f9-4c45-b174-ac2e3329faa9

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