Let me tell ya, that College World Series (folks call it CWS) brings in quite a bit of cash for Omaha, Nebraska, every summer. Now, don’t get me wrong, it’s more than just baseball – it’s like a big ol’ community celebration that happens to line a lot of folks’ pockets.
They say this here CWS pulls in around $115 million nowadays for Omaha. Ain’t that somethin’? Just think about it – every year, thousands of folks come pourin’ into the city to watch them young men swingin’ bats and runnin’ bases. And when folks visit, they need places to sleep, eat, and have a good time. That’s how all this money starts rollin’ into Omaha’s streets.
Local Businesses Sure Love the CWS
Now, if you’re a local in Omaha, you’ll know how busy everything gets when CWS season rolls around. Restaurants, hotels, bars, you name it – they’re all packed. Folks come from all over, and they’re hungry for more than just baseball. Hotels alone bring in over 75,000 nights of room bookings during the series. They say that keeps folks employed and keeps those cash registers dingin’. Why, even the taxes from those hotel bookings are bringin’ in over $3.5 million in local revenue.
Supportin’ Jobs Left and Right
All these fans mean lots of work for Omaha folks, too. Just last year, it was said this CWS was holdin’ up over 22,000 jobs. Now, that ain’t just people workin’ at the stadium; it’s the waitresses, bartenders, hotel cleaners, cooks – every person hustlin’ in the city to keep things runnin’ for the crowds. So, yeah, a lotta hands get a piece of the pie.
Food and Drinks – A Whole Lotta Spending
And let me tell ya, folks ain’t just sittin’ there watchin’ the games; they’re munchin’ and sippin’ the whole time. All that food and drink adds up, too. They say it’s tens of millions bein’ spent just on grub alone. Imagine all the hot dogs, nachos, and ice-cold drinks folks gobble down each day. It’s almost like they’re feedin’ a small country with all that eatin’!
A Long Tradition with Big Benefits
Ya know, the CWS didn’t always call Omaha home. First, it was up in Kalamazoo, Michigan, back in 1947, then it went to Wichita for a couple of years. But in 1950, Omaha folks managed to bring it here for good, and, boy, did it change the city. Some businessmen, folks say led by a fella named Johnny Rosenblatt, made it happen. And since then, Omaha’s been the heart of college baseball. Every year, around 350,000 people attend this here series. You see, that ain’t just good for Omaha; it’s part of what makes Omaha special.
More Growth Every Year
It’s not slowin’ down either – the whole event’s been growin’ bit by bit. Back in 2010, they say the CWS brought in around $16.8 million. Now, it’s around $115 million, so you can see how much things’ve grown. Folks keep comin’ back year after year, more and more, and that’s the kinda growth a city loves to see. And the way I see it, it’s gonna keep growin’ long as folks love baseball and enjoy the town of Omaha.
Wrap-Up: CWS as Omaha’s Good Luck Charm
So, all in all, the CWS is like a pot of gold at the end of Omaha’s rainbow. It brings in folks, it keeps locals busy, and it puts Omaha on the map each summer. And with all the money flowin’ in – well, it’s no wonder everyone in Omaha looks forward to it. It’s not just a game; it’s a big deal for everyone in the city.
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