Oklahoma tribes bring in crowds with card games

Oklahoma tribes bring in crowds with card games (May 9, 2005)

Oklahoma tribes are seeing big success with the addition of Class III card games to their casinos. Thousands of people are going to casinos to play blackjack and poker, The Oklahoman reports. They are attracted by the popularity of the...

Minnesota casino plan not finding support

Minnesota casino plan not finding support (May 9, 2005)

A survey of state lawmakers by The Minneapolis Star Tribune shows little support Gov. Tim Pawlenty's plan for two casinos in the Twin Cities. Of those surveyed, nearly two-thirds in the GOP-controlled House said they opposed it. Only 24 said...

Column: Catch up on 15 years of Indian gaming news

Column: Catch up on 15 years of Indian gaming news (May 9, 2005)

"For those who'd like a brief history without having to read any stories, I've selected some headlines that best summarize the events of the past 15 years. Which Indian tribe will run the casinos? Indians stake future on roll of...

Editorial: Ignore criticism of off-reservation deal

Editorial: Ignore criticism of off-reservation deal (May 9, 2005)

"In their disagreement about plans for a tribal casino in the Columbia River Gorge, Rep. Greg Walden, R-Ore., holds a stronger hand than his colleague, Rep. David Wu, D-Ore. Walden supports a proposal by the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs...