By BECKY GILLETTE Conventions that bring hundreds or even thousands of people to town are in full swing in Mississippi bringing in visitors who have a major financial impact with spending for hotel rooms, gas, meals and visiting local attractions. Some of the biggest conventions happening at the Jackson Convention Complex are related to religious…
via Conventions continue to bring big money to Mississippi — Mississippi Business Journal.
Conventions can be a good way to increase revenue for an area. It’s not just conventions. Bird City’s show this week that I mentioned recently – 66th Annual Tri-State Antique Engine and Thresher Show July 25 – 27, 2019 Bird City, Kansas is a great example.
