Ak-Chin Indian Community hopeful for turnaround on revenues

Ak-Chin Indian Community hopeful for turnaround on revenues (March 8, 2011)

The Ak-Chin Indian Community of Arizona says business at its casino appears to be improving. The tribe, like others in Arizona, has taken a hit during the recession. "I would say (the decline in revenue is) impactful,” Chairman Louis Manuel,...

Hannahville Indian Community continues to share casino funds

Hannahville Indian Community continues to share casino funds (March 8, 2011)

The Hannahville Indian Community of Michigan shares 2 percent of slot machine revenues with the local community twice a year. Revenue sharing was included in the Class III gaming compact. When the state allowed non-Indian gaming in Detroit, the tribe...

Editorial: It's time to renegotiate casino compacts in Minnesota

Editorial: It's time to renegotiate casino compacts in Minnesota (March 8, 2011)

"John McCarthy, executive director of the Minnesota Indian Gaming Association, visited with the board and offered reasons why MIGA, which represents 9 of 11 Minnesota tribes, doesn’t think a racino is a good idea. Revenue at tribal casinos will be...

Rosebud Sioux Tribe to use Shakopee  Tribe loan  for casino work

Rosebud Sioux Tribe to use Shakopee Tribe loan for casino work (March 8, 2011)

The Rosebud Sioux Tribe of South Dakota has secured funding to make upgrades to its casino. The tribe will redo the entire gaming floor at the Rosebud Casino, Hotel, and Fuel Plaza. The tribe is also installing a new surveillance...