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Richmond’s Coliseum Demolition Ahead | Richmond News
Richmond is poised to demolish the long-vacant Coliseum, with a $15 million state budget boost paving the way for its removal by year’s end — not just to clear space, but to lay the groundwork for a vibrant downtown revival. The funds will also cover site cleanup and prep for a major new hotel with 350 rooms, projected to cost $70–80 million, which could become a downtown anchor, driving tourism and economic activity. While no direct replacement for the Coliseum’s event capacity is planned, the city is eyeing other developments like the Diamond District to create a dynamic, inviting urban…
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