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RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. – People living in Pope County should expect some major construction soon after a casino license six years in the making was awarded for a third time.
On Thursday, the Arkansas Racing Commission scored the only valid application it received, one from Cherokee Nation Entertainment for the Legends Casino and Resort.
The license to develop the casino was awarded unanimously to Cherokee Nation, but this is the third time the commission has awarded a license.
A license was previously awarded to Gulfside Casino Partnership and then Cherokee Nation Entertainment, but both developments faced legal challenges with the state rescinding the already-issued licenses.
The Legends Casino and Resort is set to be built on 325 acres northeast of Russellville along Interstate 40 between Exits 83 and 84.
In addition to 50,000 square feet for gaming and sports betting, officials said the project will include a 200-bed hotel with a pool and spa, multiple dining options, a 15,000 square feet multi-purpose indoor space and an outdoor concert venue that can seat up to 5,000 people.
Developers said the project is all b...
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