Opinion:   Seminole gaming deal  bad in the long run

Opinion: Seminole gaming deal bad in the long run (April 24, 2009)

"Take the money and run, says state Sen. Alex Diaz de la Portilla of Miami. The Seminoles' latest proposed casino-gambling deal, blessed by Gov. Charlie Crist, offers the state a quickie save during these tough times. It's fast cash in...

Florida governor touts new Seminole gaming deal

Florida governor touts new Seminole gaming deal (April 24, 2009)

Florida Gov. Charlie Crist (R) said a new Class III gaming compact with the Seminole Tribe means more money for public schools but lawmakers don't seem to be warming to the plan. Under the new deal, the tribe wants to...

Auburn  Community restarts   casino expansion

Auburn Community restarts casino expansion (April 24, 2009)

The United Auburn Indian Community of California restarted work on an expansion of the Thunder Valley Casino. The tribe started work last year but halted it amid the downturn in the economy. The project were downscaled in response. "It...

County approves Seneca off-reservation casino deal

County approves Seneca off-reservation casino deal (April 24, 2009)

The Seneca Nation will pay Sullivan County, New York, over $100 million under an off-reservation casino agreement approved by the county legislature. The tribe agreed to pay $15.5 million a year for the first two years and $20 million a...