Speak Out: Never Bet Against the American People
by Ernest L. Stevens, Jr.
Americans face the darkest hours in generations. We are up against a triple threat: a public health catastrophe, an economic collapse, and a reckoning with racial injustice and inequality.
Americans face the darkest hours in generations. We are up against a triple threat: a public health catastrophe, an economic collapse, and a reckoning with racial injustice and inequality.
One More Problem with COVID-19: Property Tax Refunds
by Sam Cohen
While the law is unclear (as is everything with COVID-19), there are a number of low cost acts tribes can take to minimize their property taxes.
While the law is unclear (as is everything with COVID-19), there are a number of low cost acts tribes can take to minimize their property taxes.
Operations: Lessons From 2020
by Andrew Klebanow
One question that operators should begin to ask is, what has been learned from 2020?
One question that operators should begin to ask is, what has been learned from 2020?
The Mask
by David Vialpando
Like many of you, I woke up one morning in January to the news of an epidemic in China. People contracting a virus were dying.
Like many of you, I woke up one morning in January to the news of an epidemic in China. People contracting a virus were dying.
Adapting to Change Through the Unavoidable Reality of COVID-19
by Andrew Hofstetter
COVID-19 has not only changed America, but it has changed the landscape and the way Indian Country, and Indian gaming operates for the foreseeable future.
COVID-19 has not only changed America, but it has changed the landscape and the way Indian Country, and Indian gaming operates for the foreseeable future.
Casinos and CARES Act Funding
by Kris Nixon
Casinos have experienced many issues throughout 2020 related to the COVID-19 pandemic. All were shut down for a period of time, some are still closed, and there are wide ranging economic effects to casinos and related tribes.
Casinos have experienced many issues throughout 2020 related to the COVID-19 pandemic. All were shut down for a period of time, some are still closed, and there are wide ranging economic effects to casinos and related tribes.
Indian Country Shows Strong Presence at the Polls
by Ernest L. Stevens, Jr.
It’s 2020, so we knew it would not be easy. Election night turned to weeks as votes continued to be counted.
It’s 2020, so we knew it would not be easy. Election night turned to weeks as votes continued to be counted.
Rethinking Smoking Policies During a Pandemic
by Andrew Klebanow
As Covid-19 continues to spread across the U.S., Indian casino operators are bracing for what appears will be a third wave in the course of the pandemic. To address this, health and safety protocols continue to evolve and for some operators, with renewed vigor.
As Covid-19 continues to spread across the U.S., Indian casino operators are bracing for what appears will be a third wave in the course of the pandemic. To address this, health and safety protocols continue to evolve and for some operators, with renewed vigor.
Casino Entertainment in 2021
by Kell Houston
During this incredibly unpredictable and unstable time for all of us, casino entertainment no longer at the top of very many lists. This raises many questions...
During this incredibly unpredictable and unstable time for all of us, casino entertainment no longer at the top of very many lists. This raises many questions...
Your Casino Has Been Hacked by Ransomware!
by Andrew Cardno
The Indian gaming industry has officially been hacked. This has been a good year for cyber hackers with a number of tribal properties having been subjected to devastating cyber attacks.
The Indian gaming industry has officially been hacked. This has been a good year for cyber hackers with a number of tribal properties having been subjected to devastating cyber attacks.
NIGC Statement on Passing of Former Chairman Harold Monteau
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) mourns the passing of former NIGC Chairman Harold Monteau, a dedicated public servant whose leadership helped...
Choctaw Casinos Recognized in Newsweek Readers’ Choice Awards
DURANT, OK – Choctaw Casinos & Resorts was recognized in three categories in the annual Newsweek Reader’s Choice Awards. Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant...
Cherokee Nation Proposes $30M OU Nursing School Partnership
TAHLEQUAH, OK – Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. and Deputy Chief Bryan Warner have proposed to earmark $30 million for a satellite...
Thunder Valley Completes Hotel Renovation
LINCOLN, CA – Thunder Valley Casino Resort has completed an extensive renovation of 408 hotel guest rooms and suites, unveiling a refreshed and contemporary design...