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Odawa casino ready to open

MICHIGAN -- As reported by the Harbor Light News: "Area media were given a preview tour of the new Odawa Casino Resort Monday, June 18, as the facility prepared to open its doors to the public on Wednesday, June 20 at 5 p.m.

"Some aspects of the facility will not be up and running until the grand opening celebration July 24, but there will be plenty to see and do from the first time folks step into the nearly 300,000-square foot casino.

"... The $140 million state-of-the-art facility features 1,500 slot machines on a 46,700-square foot gaming floor. There are two craps tables, including one for tournaments; two roulette tables; 20 blackjack tables, plus an additional six for the high limit room; and six poker tables.

"While the casino, owned and operated by the Little Traverse Bay Band of Odawa Indians, is certainly a gamer's dream, the facility offers far more than just gambling.

"...While smoking is allowed in the facility, the casino features an air filtration system which replaces 100-percent of the building's air with fresh air 12 times per hour.

"...The casino also includes state-of-the-art water treatment equipment, natural gas generators, and downcast lighting to avoid light pollution.

"...The Casino's impact on the local economy will be significant. When all aspects of the new facility open, there will be more than 1,000 full time employees, 500 of which are new positions...."

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