In Las Vegas, Mick Akers wrote if the proposed $1.7B domed Raiders stadium is "more than 200 feet above ground level, officials first need approval" from the FAA "before they can build." FAA Public Affairs Manager for the Pacific Division Ian Gregor said that the FAA also "needs at least 45 days notice before the start of construction, which they have yet to receive from the Raiders." Despite no official measurements having been "released for the project, seven of the eight NFL domed stadiums are more 200 feet in height" (LAS VEGAS SUN, 4/4).
GOODBYE, JOE: In Michigan, Brendan Savage noted the Red Wings are "planning an elaborate celebration" for Sunday's game against the Devils, when they "say farewell to Joe Louis Arena." Before the game, Red Wings players and 50 alumni will "walk a red carpet before entering the building." Parking lots around the arena will open at 11:00am ET for the 5:00pm game. The pucks "used in warmups will be available for purchase" and will "feature the logos of the Red Wings and Devils on each side and will be priced at $30." Other special "Farewell Season at The Joe" merchandise will be on sale. All fans "attending the game will also receive a certificate stating they were on hand to say farewell to The Joe" (MLIVE.com, 4/3).
HOLD THE FONE: SKY NEWS' Paul Kelso reported London-based telecommunications company Vodafone is "close to agreeing" to a six-year, US$25M naming-rights deal for the London Olympic Stadium. Negotiations between Vodafone and stadium owner London Legacy Development Corp. "have been ongoing for several months" (SKY NEWS, 4/4).
