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Canceled events, lost jobs: Pandemic hits Wake County tourism industry hard

With so many canceled festivals, conventions and sports events in downtown Raleigh, the restaurants and hotels have faced massive layoffs and $9.2 million in lost revenue compared to last year. One hotel cut their staff of 180 down to 15.
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With so many canceled festivals, conventions and sports events in downtown Raleigh, the restaurants and hotels have faced massive layoffs and $9.2 million in lost revenue compared to last year. One hotel cut their staff of 180 down to 15.

Reporter : Bryan Mims
Web Editor : Heather Leah
Posted 2020-07-07T18:32:37-0400 - Updated 2020-07-07T18:32:37-0400