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Birmingham City Leaders Approve Hosting Historically Black College Sports Events

Birmingham city leaders have approved hosting several major college sports events featuring Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) over the next two years. The events include two Southwest Athletic Conference football games at Legion Field and the 2027 NCAA Division II Track and Field Championships at the CrossPlex. The city expects these events to boost local economy by filling hotels, packing restaurants, and increasing shopping at area businesses. This move builds on a prior three-year deal with the SWAC for their classic football matchup, which featured teams like Jackson State University. The city is working to strengthen ties and create a steadier model for HBCU events, as the conference had faced financial hurdles before.

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