Choctaw Nation
Pope County Casino Fight Isn’t Over Yet
Though voters shot down plans for the Legend's Casino & Resort in 2024, there is still work being done to keep the project moving. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Top Stories of 2024
Interest rates, the top business story of 2023, moderated in 2024, but insurance costs continued to skyrocket, sending last year’s No. 3 story to the top of this year’s annual list. read more >
Arkansas Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Ballot Measure that Would Revoke Casino License
The court has yet to rule on a second part of the lawsuit challenging the wording of the ballot measure. read more >
PR and a Long Fight Over a Casino Permit
Natalie Ghidotti and her PR firm are involved in a high-profile campaign opposing Arkansas Issue 2, which could impact Cherokee Nation's planned casino in Pope County. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Arkansas Supreme Court Asked To Disqualify Ballot Measure That Would Block Planned Casino
The lawsuit accuses the ballot measure campaign, which is funded by Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, of violating several laws regarding signature gathering. read more >
Group Aims to Stifle Anti-Casino Campaign in Pope County
The group led by Dustin McDaniel and David Couch says it wants to protect jobs and tourism revenue. read more >
by Scott Carroll -
4 More Apply for Pope County Casino License
The Arkansas Racing Commission receives four more applications for a casino license in Pope County, including one from a group that detailed plans for a Hard Rock-branded hotel and casino complex. read more >