Diminished air quality in the Twin Cities, caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires drifting over Minnesota, affected two events Wednesday.
Worrisome air quality affects events for Canterbury Park, Minnesota Aurora soccer
Smoke from Canadian wildfires drifting over the state prompted Canterbury Park officials to call off live racing Wednesday night in Shakopee following the third race while, in Eagan, the Aurora moved its match indoors.
June 15, 2023 at 3:44AM
Canterbury Park officials called off live racing for the night in Shakopee following the third race.
The Minnesota Aurora soccer team moved its game vs. Green Bay indoors to St. Croix Valley Recreation Center and played without fans in attendance. The Aurora won 5-0, with Cat Rapp scoring two goals.
Fans holding tickets for Wednesday's match at TCO Stadium will receive a full refund.
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