There was a lot of news this past week. Here are some stories that caught our eyes.
Historic Wrigley Field Wins Approval For A $575 Million Renovation
—Co.Design
“Two major aesthetic updates are on deck for the Friendly Confines, which turned 100 years old earlier this year: Expanding seating in the bleachers and along the infield, and installing seven new signs in the outfield.”
Inside Slant: $1 Billion for ‘Fan Experience’
—ESPN
“…nine stadium renovation projects of varying scope are underway at a projected total cost of more than $1 billion. They range from a $7 million concession update in Tampa Bay to a $350 million facility overhaul in Miami, but in each case, the bulk of the work is targeted toward amenities that improve the fan experience.”
University of Missouri Purchases Downtown Columbia Theatre for $3.7 Million
—University Herald
“The acquisition of Missouri Theater will save the university an estimated $57.8 million in future construction costs.”
Los Angeles Convention Center to Undergo US$10M Renovation
—Exhibition World
“The year-long transformation will begin next month where work will occur around shows and events scheduled in the venue.”
Rodeo, Texans Devise $66 Million Proposal to Demolish Astrodome, Turn it Into Outdoor Park
—KTRK
“If the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and the Houston Texans get their way, the Astrodome may soon be a structure that can seen only in the history books.”
(Image credit: Restore Wrigley Field)
