NIGC issues an apology of sorts to attorney from Oklahoma

NIGC issues an apology of sorts to attorney from Oklahoma (May 27, 2010)

The National Indian Gaming Commission issued a "letter of regret" to an Oklahoman attorney who used to do work for the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes. The letter said an audit of tribal gaming revenues that mentioned Rick Grellner was not...

Little River Band defends   off-reservation casino at hearing

Little River Band defends off-reservation casino at hearing (May 27, 2010)

The Little River Band of Ottawa Indians defended plans for an off-reservation casino amid criticism from other Michigan tribes. The Little River Band wants to open a casino at a former racetrack in Fruitport Township. The site is about 80...

Cherokee Nation ready for opening  of eighth gaming facility

Cherokee Nation ready for opening of eighth gaming facility (May 27, 2010)

The Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma will open its eighth gaming facility tomorrow. The 10,000 square-foot casino is located in Ramona, about 30 miles north of Tulsa. It employs 100 people. "By building a gaming center in Ramona, we've created...

Liquor sales begin   at Oneida Nation casino after long battle

Liquor sales begin at Oneida Nation casino after long battle (May 27, 2010)

Liquor sales began today at the Oneida Nation casino in New York. The tribe sought a liquor license for more than a decade. The New York State Liquor Authority never granted one due to concerns about taxation, jurisdiction and sovereignty....

City  approves   sale of land for  Mashpee Wampanoag     casino

City approves sale of land for Mashpee Wampanoag casino (May 27, 2010)

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe will buy 300 acres from Fall River, Massachusetts, for $21 million under a deal approved by a city agency. The tribe plans to use the land for a resort. The facility will be built in two...