White Earth Nation Plans $176M Casino Near Moorhead
The White Earth Nation plans a $176M casino complex near Moorhead, creating jobs and boosting the local economy.Summary
The White Earth Nation has advanced plans for a major casino and hospitality complex near Moorhead, situated on land purchased for just under $4 million. The project, estimated to cost $176.8 million, will feature a casino floor with hundreds of slot machines, a hotel with 200 rooms, a ballroom, and various dining and retail options. Construction is projected to create several hundred jobs, with the facility eventually employing over 600 full-time workers. The project forecasts over one million annual visitors and an economic impact of more than $175 million for the county. While it promises significant tax revenue, the plan also faces challenges, including environmental concerns regarding a regional aquifer and the need for federal approval to place the land into trust status.
(Source：Gamblingnews)