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Shakopee makes last-minute bid for Vikings stadium

MPR is reporting that the city's mayor and business leaders will make their pitch Wednesday at the Capitol. The move comes a bit late in the game; Gov. Dayton wants stadium proposals turned in by Thursday. A supporter says the Shakopee option would cost just over $900 million, and that proceeds from casino games at Canterbury Park would help fund the public's share.
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MPR is reporting that the city's mayor and business leaders will make their pitch Wednesday at the Capitol. The move comes a bit late in the game; Gov. Dayton wants stadium proposals turned in by Thursday. A supporter says the Shakopee option would cost just over $900 million, and that proceeds from casino games at Canterbury Park would help fund the public's share.

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