Lower Peninsula Up, U.P. Down In Michigan Tribal Casinos Annual Report
There was a slight increase in payments to local and state governments from Michigan tribal casinos in 2019, though the disparity between the state's two peninsulas stands out.
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There was a slight increase in payments to local and state governments from Michigan tribal casinos in 2019, though the disparity between the state's two peninsulas stands out.
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Republican lawmaker still believes Michigan should push for faster iGaming and online sports betting launch, despite how market could be impacted.
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Many of Michigan casinos and most of the state will be allowed to reopen next week, but it's probably another month for the three Detroit casinos.