Dear Readers, First, I must say that I am about as far from wanting the convention center as one can possibly get... But, since it appears to be a "Done Deal" then I believe we need to add some more attractions to the downtown area! I believe the USS KITTY HAWK would not only attract visitors, but remember Jacksonville, Cherry Point, and the New River MCA stations are scheduled for appoximately 25,000 - 35,000 new residents! (Marines served aboard her also!) No one from "out-of-state" knows or really cares about the 1898 Memorial... But, the USS KITTY HAWK will attract tourist! I say if we have had the damn Convention Center "rammed" down our throats... We need some more tourist attractions! Our "elected leaders" rely way too damn much on the beach communities... Richard