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TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2001

Gaming industry analysts and operators of dog tracks in Wisconsin blame failing operations on the expansion of tribal casinos in the state.

Of the five dog tracks that were open in 1991, only two will be open once one in St. Croix closes down. The dog track owner hopes it can be converted to a casino but the deal has been held up by Governor Scott McCallum (R).

Get the Story:
Attendance drop at dog tracks attributed to casino expansion (AP 7/9)

Relevant Links:
Chippewa Meadows Gaming & Racing - http://www.chippewameadows.com
Gov. Scott McCallum - http://www.wisgov.state.wi.us

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