With the Quad City Mallards (ECHL) set to cease operations, TaxSlayer Center officials will explore their options for a new hockey tenant. (more…)
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Cedar Rapids RoughRiders Secure Lease Extension
The Cedar Rapids RoughRiders (USHL) are making long-term plans for Cedar Rapids Ice Arena, as the team has secured a lease extension that could lead to arena upgrades. (more…)
Mayor’s Racine Arena Veto Upheld
A push to override a mayoral veto on the proposed Racine arena/event center fell short on Tuesday, with the city council ultimately upholding the veto. (more…)
Mayor Vetoes Racine Arena Funding
In a decision made on Friday, Racine, WI mayor Cory Mason vetoed previously-approved funding for a proposed Racine arena project. (more…)
Sale of Des Moines Buccaneers Approved
The USHL has announced that it has formally approved the sale of the Des Moines Buccaneers to Orchard View Sports and Entertainment (OVSE). OVSE is comprised of former Des Moines Buccaneers goaltender Scott Clemmensen, Michael Devlin and other investors. (more…)
Madison Capitols’ Move to Hartmeyer Ice Arena Scratched
The Madison Capitols (USHL) will not be playing at Hartmeyer Ice Arena for the 2017-18 season, as a plan to move to the venue has come up short. The Capitols will instead now spend the upcoming season at Bob Suter’s Capitol Ice Arena in Middleton. (more…)
New for 2017-18: Central Illinois Flying Aces
The former Bloomington Thunder (USHL) have completed a major rebranding effort, as the club is now known as the Central Illinois Flying Aces. (more…)
Bloomington Thunder Could Rebrand
A major rebrand could be on tap for the Bloomington Thunder, as the USHL club is reportedly considering a name change. (more…)
Madison Capitols to Move to Hartmeyer Ice Arena
The Madison Capitols (USHL) have announced a change in venues, as the club is planning to shift its game to Hartmeyer Ice Arena for the 2017-18 season. Prior to this announcement, the Capitols had been playing at Veterans Memorial Coliseum. (more…)
Cost for New Downtown Racine Arena/Event Center: $55 Million
The cost of a new downtown Racine arena and events center has risen to $55 million, but the city has identified several revenue streams, including TIF financing, to cover the cost of the project. (more…)
Racine Continues with Arena Plans
Racine, WI will continue to vet its options for a new arena, as a vote on Monday means that the Hammes Company could join the project. (more…)
Bloomington Thunder: We Want to Return in 2017-18
According to the team’s ownership, the Bloomington Thunder want to continue to remain in operation at the U.S. Cellular Coliseum. At the same time, club officials are also emphasizing that they have yet to make an official decision. (more…)
