The Navajo Nation began construction of its first casino on Monday.
More than 100 people attended the groundbreaking ceremony in Churchrock, New Mexico. The gaming site is off a major interstate near Gallup.
The 27,000-square-foot will feature 300 slot machines, table games, entertainment and a small cafe. The tribe expects to open in October.
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(The Gallup Independent 6/17)
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Navajo Nation casino under construction
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
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