Mavs Push for Downtown Dallas Entertainment District

0:00It's March 30th. This is Dallas News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story. The Dallas Mavericks are doubling down on staying put in Dallas as their arena lease winds down, pushing hard for a massive new entertainment district. Right in the city. Team leaders like Rick Welts laid out big plans last Friday, talking about way more than just the basketball court. Think a hotel next door. There. Corporate headquarters moved downtown, practice facility relocated, plus a medical partner for the team. They envision residential spots, retail shops, restaurants buzzing 365 days a year, turning it into a real heartbeat for Dallas. Two main sites are on the table now. One near Dallas City Hall, the other at the Old Valley View Mall of North. Mayor Eric Johnson is holding back though, stressing he wants the absolute best deal for taxpayers with no final call yet. Council talks pick up again late May, but the maps are moving fast, aiming to drop the location by July to keep the momentum rolling and lock in.

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