Oregon tribes expand casinos amid economic woes

Oregon tribes expand casinos amid economic woes (August 13, 2008)

Tribes in Oregon aren't letting concerns about the economy affect their casino plans even though the downturn is definitely having an affect on business. The Coquille Tribe spent $40 million to add a hotel and slot machines to the Mill...

Thousands attend opening of Pojoaque casino

Thousands attend opening of Pojoaque casino (August 13, 2008)

Thousands of people flocked to the "soft" opening of the new casino owned by Pojoaque Pueblo in northern New Mexico. Some people found the $245 million Buffalo Thunder Resort too overwhelming. "It's so big, it's obscene. This belongs in...

Seneca Nation contributes $57.3M to New York

Seneca Nation contributes $57.3M to New York (August 13, 2008)

The Seneca Nation shared $57.3 million in slot machine revenues with the state of New York. The tribe shares slot revenues under its Class III compact. The rate starts at 18 percent and peaks at 25 percent. The tribe...

Eastern Cherokees consider Class II facility

Eastern Cherokees consider Class II facility (August 13, 2008)

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians might open a Class II facility on its reservation in North Carolina. The tribe is studying potential sites for the casino. A decision could come by the end of the year, Chief Michell Hicks...

Stillaguamish  Tribe sees boost in casino business

Stillaguamish Tribe sees boost in casino business (August 13, 2008)

Despite the downturn in the economy, the Stillaguamish Tribe of Washington says business at its casino is doing well. The Angel of the Winds Casino sees about 800,000 visitors a year and will top that this year. The boost...