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Rockingham Speedway Gets New Start as Tourist Draw

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Rural communities look to motorsports as a tool for economic development.

As rural communities try to find ways to attract more revenue, many are looking to sports tourism as a tool to enhance economic development and bring dollars to their downtowns. Rockingham Speedway is using a new state grant to repair and improve its facilities with the hope of making the landmark a sports tourist destination once again.

02/17/2023 | Rating NR

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Preview | Sports Tourism Boom

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Preview: 2/17/2023 | 20s | Communities try to attract “big money” sporting events to their region. (20s)

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Clip: 2/17/2023 | 2m 21s | Rocky Mount Event Center makes a significant economic impact on the community. (2m 21s)

Travel Sports Boost Local Economic Activity

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Clip: 2/17/2023 | 2m 29s | Communities benefit from families investing in the travel sports experience. (2m 29s)

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