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Shutdown Hurts Canterbury, But Business Good

Shutdown Hurts Canterbury, But Business Good

Canterbury Park officials said overall business numbers for the Minnesota track's 2011 meet were "encouraging" in the face of 20 lost days caused by a state government shutdown.

 Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Canterbury Regroups After Costly Shutdown

Canterbury Park officials are biting at the bit to reopen July 21 after a state-imposed shutdown that lasted 20 days, but they indicated revenue losses have been serious.

 Thursday, July 21, 2011
Canterbury Park to Resume Operations July 21

Canterbury Park to Resume Operations July 21

After weeks of being dark because of a state government shutdown, Canterbury Park in Minnesota will resume its racing and gaming operations July 21.

 Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Canterbury Still on Hold Pending Budget Deal

Democratic Gov. Mark Dayton and Republican leaders in the Minnesota legislature are working toward a budget deal, but until it's finalized a government shutdown will continue and two racetracks will remain closed.

 Friday, July 15, 2011

Michigan Budget Crisis Could Halt Horse Racing

Michigan's horseracing industry, already reeling from decreases in revenue and the possible closure of Great Lakes Downs after this season, is facing an Oct. 1 shutdown should the state legislature fail to approve a budget.

 Thursday, September 27, 2007