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“Starting Monday, August 2, guests and workers at Grand Casino Mille Lacs and Grand Casino Hinckley will be required to wear masks inside the casinos. ‘This is a proactive step to help you have a safe, friendly, and fun experience at our properties.’”

“In her new role, Diver will advise President Joan Gabel on how to better position the University to acknowledge past and current injustices and maintain relationships with the tribal nations in Minnesota… ‘This is really about shifting the mindset and trying to be an adjusted and equitable organization.’”

“The organizers aim to involve Minnesota Dakota tribes and University of Minnesota students in developing a project centered around the Native American experience.”

“One of the main business trends at the event, expected to hit tribal casinos in the coming months, was cashless technology. Manufacturers and analysts said the pandemic accelerated casinos’ interest in touchless products, though such technology has existed or been developing for years.”

“The Tribal Council is offering a one-time emergency assistance payment of $3,200 to enrolled members who meet the eligibility guidelines.”

“For over a century, St. Paul regarded Indian Mounds Park as a recreational area. Now, it’s being recognized for its history as a cemetery for at least seven tribes.”

“This year, the White Earth Nation was recognized for their work in raising their minimum wage. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the White Earth Nation was able to raise the minimum wage for employees to $16/hr in March of this year. The journey to building the economy enough to make this decision has been a long process. In the printed edition of People Magazine, White Earth Nation is #52, and on the online list, it is #95.”

“Like many other businesses, Treasure Island Resort & Casino in Minnesota had to completely close its doors for two months last year during the pandemic and that mean it’s been 21 months since the facility hosted a concert. During that time, they lost revenue, had to furlough employees and canceled several of its usual events. But now, live entertainment is back. ‘We’re looking forward to this. We’re looking forward to getting people back out here.’”

“Prairie Island Indian Community President Shelley Buck says the tribe wants a net-zero community to change the energy story at Prairie Island. ‘It’s always centered around the nuclear power plant and the waste accumulated there, and we want to change our story and make our story.’”

“Crooks-Stratton said the idea arose from conversations among tribal council members in 2019. The group was discussing the lack of tribal representation at the State Fair, she said. ‘[We were] thinking, with all the work we’re doing on educating folks … wouldn’t it be great to have the opportunity to educate a large segment of Minnesota not just about the SMSC but tribes in general?’ she said. State Fair officials were enthusiastic and found the tribe a spot, she said.”