Cherokee Nation Business and Legends Clinch World-Class $225m Legends Resort and Casino Deal

Thanks to the new alignment between Cherokee Nation Businesses and global planning, sales and hospitality company, Legends, Arkansas will host a new $225m casino resort. So far, it is known that this “first-of-its-kind resort destination” will be located in Pope County, on a 130-acre site in Russellville.

Throughout the resort and casino property, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy a celebration of Arkansas’ legendary figures in sports, music, and entertainment, along with specialties from local cuisine and the breath-taking landscape of The Natural State.

Luxurious and Impressive

With the mission to deliver a top-notch quality venue to the region…

…the entertainment complex in slot machines and 32 table games. In addition to this, a sportsbook will be located within a high-end sports bar.

A classy hotel will have 200 rooms, resort-style pool, spa as well as a fitness center. As far as the further plans imply, the construction of 15,000 square feet will represent the mixed-use conference and entertainment space.

It will be able to accommodate 1,000 people, RV park with 100 spots, outdoor water park, an outdoor music facility and a multitude of culinary options.

Dedicated Partners with Proven Experience

Cherokee Nation Businesses remained fully committed to the people of Pope County…

…putting all the necessary efforts to take the proposed development to the next level, ever since submitting the initial application to the Arkansas State Racing Commission in May.

Commenting on the great achievement, CNB’s CEO, Shawn Slaton, announced as follows:

“Today, with much excitement, we are pleased to unveil our plans. We’ve embraced the community’s and are confident this resort destination brings something for everyone. Our teams at CNB and Legends take pride in being dedicated and trustworthy community partners with the proven experience to make this economic development project a success. We remain committed to earning the letters of from local elected officials.”

Positive Predictions for Economy Boost

Besides offering the highest-quality experience…

…the valuable project will reflect positively on the economy as well. The total statewide economic impact of the complex is expected to exceed $5bn in the first ten years. The estimated timeline for completion is 18 months, during which it will generate more than 1,000 direct jobs.

Bill Rhoda, president of Legends’ global planning announced on the occasion as follows:

“From the onset, our goal in partnering with CNB has been to create a resort that truly offers something for everyone and provides an unmatched guest experience. Most importantly, Legends Resort and Casino Arkansas will create a positive economic impact of benefit to Pope County and the state of Arkansas.”

Source:

”Arkansas to receive $225m Legends Resort and Casino”, casinobeats.com, August 13, 2019.