Rhythm Concert Series Plans Secure Sponsors and Revenue
Downtown Economic Development Director Lew Holloway told the Promotions Committee about secured sponsors for five concerts Read in June The Empire Strikes Brass in July Eric Congdon in August and Aaron Burdett in September The event also earns money from beer and wine sales Sponsorship money stands around 25000 with a 45000 goal if all five concerts match last year revenue and perform well
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Empire Strikes Brass
Eric Congdon
Aaron Burdett
Lew Holloway
NCDOT awards bridge to serve Harrah’s Casino project
The North Carolina Department of Transportation awarded a $2.52 million Simpson Construction Company bridge contract to connect U S 19 74 129 near Murphy to the new Harrah’s Casino operated by Caesar’s and owned by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Construction starts early March and finishes by mid November, part of 28 DOT awards totaling $282.3 million statewide.
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Village funds plan for Highland Lake trail improvements
The village bought Highland Lake Golf Course for 1.15 million and set aside 832000 for improvements but leaders warn costs will exceed current resources. A Recreation Foundation seeks 68000 this year for a part time director and grant writer with a 568000 three year fundraising projection.
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Terry Hicks
Hicks
Foundation
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