PHILADELPHIA—The city of Philadelphia couldhave a 615-foot tall amusement tower called"Skyspire" as part of its skyline.

PHL Local Gaming, one of five bidders for theremaining casino gaming license in the city of Philadelphia, hasannounced that it has stated discussions with the principal ownersof U.S. Thrill Rides of Orlando, FL to bring thatcompany's Skyspire to the firm's casino-related, LoSoEntertainment Center.

The proposed 615-foot-tall amusement tower, which would featuregondolas and seat upwards of 10 persons, along with a rooftoprestaurant and observation deck, would be co-developed with theproposed Casino Revolution gaming facility if PHL secures thegaming license.

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John Jordan

John Jordan is a veteran journalist with 36 years of print and digital media experience.