Fond memories of the old Fairgrounds, and analysis of the competition, led to Liberty Park
If all goes as the city plans, Liberty Park (under construction in this Feb. 9, 2022, photo) is anticipated to bring in $193 million in sales tax revenue over the next 30 years. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian)
The redeveloped Fairgrounds is not just a bet on the lucrative youth sports industry, it’s based on the expected benefits to surrounding neighborhoods such as Cooper-Young and Overton Square.
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Liberty Park Memphis Sports & Events Center Memphis Fairgrounds Youth sports Mayor Jim Strickland Mary Claire Borys Aldo Dean Subscriber OnlyThank you for being a subscriber to The Daily Memphian. Your support is critical.
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Don Wade
Don Wade has been a Memphis journalist since 1998 and he has won awards for both his sports and news/feature writing. He is originally from Kansas City and is married with three sons.
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