The U.S Cellular Center is NO MORE!
But the venue is still there, it’s just getting a fresh new name! Check out the press release below.
(Cedar Rapids, IA) – Alliant Energy and the City of Cedar Rapids announced a naming rights agreement for the city-owned downtown hotel, convention center and arena complex formerly known as the U.S. Cellular Center. It will now be named the Alliant Energy PowerHouse. The new 12-year agreement between the City and Alliant Energy was effective July 1, 2020.
“We’re excited for this new partnership that reinforces our purpose to serve customers and build strong communities,” said Terry Kouba, Alliant Energy’s Senior Vice President of Utility Operations and President of the Iowa energy company. “Supporting Cedar Rapids and all communities we serve throughout the state is vitally important to us. The Alliant Energy PowerHouse will support growth and economic development while providing long-lasting memories for our customers. Whether it’s through concerts, sporting events or weddings, we’ll be proud to be a small part of the memories our customers experience at events at the Alliant Energy PowerHouse.”
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I think the name lends itself to bands taking advantage of it’s awesomeness…Breaking Benjamin comes to Cedar Rapids for the umpteenth time and say…’WELCOME TO THE POWERHOUSE!’
Perfect.
