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Sports are big business in some cities. How big? In Cincinnati, where I live, it brings an economic impact of more than $550 million on the region, according to analysis by Steve Watkins of the Cincinnati Business Courier. Check out the breakdown of the numbers here if you're curious.
Today we'll take a look at optimism and challenges ahead in the hotel industry. As many cities see utilization rates in the hospitality sector approaching pre-pandemic levels, they're confronted…