The Bois Forte Band of Chippewa in northern Minnesota is seeing success with its casino resort but is moving beyond gaming to diversify its economy.

The tribe recently purchased a touch-free car wash manufacturer, a radio station and a convenience store. Tribal and gaming officials say it's part of a long-term strategy to develop new businesses.

The Fortune Bay Resort Casino and the Wilderness, an 18-hole golf course that opened in July 2004, employ 500 people, most of whom are non-Indian.

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At Bois Forte, the word is 'diversify' (Business North 10/13)