State lawmakers want to spend tens of millions of taxpayer dollars on sporting events already scheduled in North Carolina, either to keep them in the state or to boost their preparations. Other WRAL Top StoriesThe bill sets aside up to $40 million, spread over four years, to keep a longtime golf tournament in Greensboro and among the top PGA Tour events. There are expected to be about 24 events on the Championship Series, including major championships, playoff events and the Players Championship. That leaves about 15 spots for regular tour events. There were more than 40 PGA Tour events this season.