Mystic Lake seeks approval to sell liquor

Minnesota's most popular casino may soon have approval to sell alcohol. The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community awaits approval from the Bureau of Indian Affairs on the request. The tribal council says opening alcohol sales will increase their revenue and help the casino gain more popularity as a tourist attraction.
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Minnesota's most popular casino may soon have approval to sell alcohol. The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community awaits approval from the Bureau of Indian Affairs on the request. The tribal council says opening alcohol sales will increase their revenue and help the casino gain more popularity as a tourist attraction.

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