![]() ![]() The company, known throughout the world for hospitality, entertainment, dining and gaming hopes to bring its unique vision and a renewed vitality to the heart of Springfield. MGM is a Fortune 500 company with renowned resort properties in the United States, China, and Dubai. In partnership with Springfield, both see opportunity to support revitalization inspired by that grand past. Both have recollections of vibrant shops, restaurants, and a fondly remembered era. MGM's president, Bill Hornbuckle, moved to Springfield as a child. ![]() The chairman of MGM, Jim Murren, grew up in nearby Connecticut. The confluence of these events resulted in MGM Resorts International's selection of Main St., Springfield for its "Massachusetts" gaming bid. In the same year, Governor Deval Patrick approved gaming legislation aimed at revitalizing a struggling economy. View of Hotel Porte Cochere, MGM Springfield - Springfield, MA In June 2011, a tornado touched down in the heart of Springfield, Mass. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |