SEC Championship game brings big economic impact to Atlanta

ATLANTA, Ga. — Hundreds of persons are in downtown Atlanta for the large SEC Championship sport tonight between UGA and LSU.

Even if you happen to aren’t a soccer fan, that’s excellent news.

The sport is a large financial increase for town and an enormous weekend for companies.

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Channel 2 Motion Information’ Larry Spruill visited a small enterprise that’s benefitting closely from all the curiosity.

Employees members at Sports activities Mania, on the nook of Marietta Road and Centennial Olympic Park, have been busy all weekend making ready for the large sport.

They carry UGA gadgets, LSU merchandise, and Falcons and Steelers gear for the large NFL sport tomorrow right here in Atlanta.

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The proprietor mentioned this weekend is just not the one weekend they’re trying ahead to.

“Has it been a great weekend for Atlanta? Sure. Financial impression, nice occasion for this metropolis to host. This might be, if Georgia wins tonight, everyone is aware of a 3rd time with the Peach Bowl. Greater than possible Georgia will play in it. We’ll know that tomorrow,” mentioned Sports activities Mania proprietor John Smith.

Lots of people within the metropolis means security is a priority.

Spruill will discuss to followers in regards to the sport and safety tonight at 11 p.m.

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