High Point stadium sparks downtown renaissance in High Point
Assistant City Manager Randy Hemann frames the $36.1 million BB&T Point project as more than a stadium. Opened May 2, the multiuse venue seats about 4,000 and can host football, soccer, lacrosse, concerts, and festivals, intended to catalyze investment and new life downtown after years of decline.
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Quebin outlines downtown stadium vision for High Point
High Point University President Nico Quebin, traveling out of state, responds to The Gazette about downtown stadium as a catalyst for investment. He notes his 50 years as a High Pointer, leadership since 2005, a transformed campus, and the stadium as focal point with catalyst projects including a park, a children’s museum, and an events center. He cites $63 million private gifts and $50 million in commitments for hotel and apartments, with nonprofit boards overseeing projects.
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BB&T Point Impresses In High Point Tour
A visiting journalist praises BB&T Point in downtown High Point, home of the Atlantic League High Point Rockers. The artificial turf field drains quickly and stands offer varied views. The piece notes a similar Gastonia park as a future centerpiece for the FUSE District.
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Obituaries of Van Bryant Richie McCorkle and others
Local funeral notices list several prominent community figures including Van Bryant Richie McCorkle Glenn Harrelson Broome dr Floyd David Dockery Melva Lorene Hamby James David Baker Jr Clyde Thompson Lawson Bill Harman Shirley Parker Ennis. Details on services and burial plans follow in coming notices.
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