Panel discusses gaming in Massachusetts

Panel discusses gaming in Massachusetts (November 19, 2008)

Job creation, the economy and land-into-trust were hot topics at a panel that discussed gaming in Massachusetts. The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe is seeking to build a major resort in the town of Middleboro. The project promises up to 4,000 jobs,...

Nooksack Tribe marks one-year casino anniversary

Nooksack Tribe marks one-year casino anniversary (November 19, 2008)

The Nooksack Tribe of Washington says business is better than expected at its new casino. The Nooksack Northwood Casino opened a year ago amid litigation and warnings of crime. But the county sheriff said he has only been called...

Moody's downgrades Mohegan, Mashantucket debt

Moody's downgrades Mohegan, Mashantucket debt (November 19, 2008)

Moody's Investors Service has downgraded the credit ratings of the debt held by two Connecticut tribal casinos. The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority's corporate family rating and the rating on over $1 billion in debt were both downgraded. Another $1 billion...

(November 19, 2008)

The Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians announced the December 17 opening of its casino after winning federal approval of its tribal-state Class III gaming compact. The Red Hawk Casino features 2,000 slot machines, 75 table games, a high-stakes room...

Little River Band adds to potential casino site

Little River Band adds to potential casino site (November 19, 2008)

The Little River Band of Ottawa Indians has purchased 223 acres for a potential casino in Muskegon, Michigan. The tribe paid $5.5 million for an 87.1-acre former racetrack in July. Since then, the tribe has purchased 10 more parcels...