CHARLESTON, W.VA. (WSAZ) -- You would think that a competition drawing athletes and fans from around the world would have a major economic impact on Charleston, but that's not the case.
We checked with several local hotels and motels and they're telling us the occupancy is about normal.
However, organizers are expecting larger crowds during the finals next weekend.
Charleston Mayor Danny Jones says the city didn't expect to make a bunch of money during the World Strongman competition.
Instead, he hopes it will give the city world wide recognition when the event airs on ESPN later this year.