Eastern Cherokees spend $6.4M to buy land for new casino

Wednesday, May 12, 2010  

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians of North Carolina is moving forward with a Class II facility.

The tribal council authorized the acquisition of nearly 794 acres for $6.4 million. The land is located in Cherokee County.

Chief Michell Hicks said the facility will include electronic gaming machines and possibly bingo.

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Tribe buying land for casino (The Cherokee Scout 5/12)
Tribe plans to expand gambling reach (The Smoky Mountain News 5/12)