Discussion begins on Montgomery City convention center expansion and downtown arena Speakers described early plans for a convention center expansion and a downtown arena on the riverfront, saying conceptual drawings exist and that they will ask the city council to review the proposals within about a month or six weeks.

Exciting plans are in the works for Montgomery City as leaders unveil proposals for a stunning convention center expansion and a downtown arena that could redefine entertainment on the riverfront!

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Visit Hickory touts new brand, convention-center expansion and $351 million in visitor spending Hickory Metro Trade Center and Visit Hickory reported record occupancy-tax revenue, a new visitor-facing brand (“Ohay!/Now You Know”) and a $15 million convention-center expansion funded by hotel occupancy tax at the Oct. 21 council meeting.

Hickory is entering a new era of tourism with record spending and a $15 million convention center expansion, all under a fresh brand that invites visitors to “Love Life Well Crafted.”

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