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Special Olympics, Stone Arch Bridge Festival expected to have an over $70 million economic impact on Twin Cities
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Emily Baude , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A large number of athletes are participating in the events, with 3,000 athletes currently in the Twin Cities.
The Twin Cities are hosting several major events, including the Special Olympics and the Stone Arch Bridge Festival. These events are expected to have a significant economic impact on the area. The economic boost is anticipated to be substantial, with an estimated impact of over $70 million.
A large number of athletes are participating in the events, with 3,000 athletes currently in the Twin Cities. For more information on these events and their impact, readers can refer to the source, KSTP 5 Eyewitness News. Further details are available from this local news outlet.
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Category: business Published: June 21, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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