A massive three-billion-dollar mixed-use project in Cumming is close to breaking ground, according to a new report.
This latest development comes after the would-be developers got a land disturbance permit.
They continue to hope its proposed 18,000-seat arena will attract a NHL franchise, backed by $225 million in contingent county bond financing and strong local hockey fan interest, WSB-TV reports.
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But regarding hopes for a hockey franchise, there was this just yesterday: Atlanta’s NHL hopes dashed? The AJC reports the league is formally exploring expansion in Houston and Austin. The league commissioner is quoted as saying Atlanta’s bids aren’t as “far along” as the Texas ones.