Pope County Judge's Letter Backs Cherokee Casino
Pope County Judge Ben Cross is doubling down on his support for a casino planned near Russellville by Cherokee Nation Businesses of Catoosa, Oklahoma. read more >
Pope County Judge Ben Cross is doubling down on his support for a casino planned near Russellville by Cherokee Nation Businesses of Catoosa, Oklahoma. read more >
Despite a lingering legal challenge, the Cherokee Nation Businesses has assembled 182 acres from a dozen sellers for its planned Pope County casino. read more >
The group led by Dustin McDaniel and David Couch says it wants to protect jobs and tourism revenue. read more >
It's being funded in part by federal pandemic aid dollars through the state-run Arkansas Rural Connect grant program. read more >
Cherokee Nation Businesses’ $225 million Legends Resort & Casino in Pope County, expected to create more than 1,000 direct jobs, remains on hold amid lingering litigation. read more >
The Arkansas Racing Commission awards the Pope County casino license to Cherokee Nation Businesses, giving the company control of the state’s fourth and final casino license. read more >
The ruling focused on a letter of support for Gulfside from a former county judge. read more >
The Arkansas Supreme Court will soon decide which of two gaming groups will build the state’s fourth casino, in Pope County. read more >
Even a $38.8 million “economic development fee” pledged by Cherokee Nation Businesses can whitewash illegal meetings and a willingness to disregard the citizens’ wishes. read more >
A gambling company says it is partnering with the Hard Rock International brand to build a resort in Pope County, but the proposal faces legal hurdles. read more >
Garland and Crittenden counties have long histories as hosts of gaming establishments. Jefferson County needs jobs. But Pope County? read more >
Can the General Assembly alter an amendment to the Arkansas Constitution? The question is relevant because Clarksville has indicated interest in hosting a casino if Pope County rejects it. read more >
