Shakira concert boosted local economy by over $2 million from out-of-town fans

Shakira concert boosted local economy by over $2 million from out-of-town fans

Shakira’s concert at Valley Children’s Stadium is estimated to have brought in millions of dollars from out-of-town visitors to Fresno.  Fresno State released estimates for the out-of-area economic impact, showing that over a quarter of attendees were not local.  Driving the news: Fresno State held its first ever concert at Valley Children’s Stadium last week with international start Shakira.  Fans packed the stadium despite the heat, giving Fr…