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Fountain City Classic organizers tell council the event generates millions for Columbus and will expand scholarship program
Summary
Organizers and local leaders told the city council that the Fountain City Classic brings large visitor spending and volunteer effort to Columbus; organizers announced a community scholarship program and asked the council to continue its support for the event.
Calvin "Dean" Smiley, chair of the Fountain City Classic committee, addressed the council on Dec. 10 to thank the city for long-running support of the event, which the committee says generates substantial economic impact for Columbus.
Smiley and committee leaders said the Classic draws tens of thousands to the city: volunteers and staff estimate 40,000 on-site attendees for the game day. Over the years the event group…
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