East Texas tribe to open new temporary casino this summer

Sunday, May 10, 2026 2:53 PM
Photo: Alabama-Coushatta Tribe (courtesy)
  • East Texas News

The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe is scheduled to open its new temporary casino facility this summer on its existing tribal reservation land in Leggett. The temporary casino will be open 24 hours a day and feature 300 electronic bingo machines for guests to enjoy. The new facility will also offer a 24-hour deli, a fountain drink station, a player’s club, and approximately 300 parking spaces.

“This temporary facility will provide a positive economic impact for Polk County, surrounding communities and for the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe. The temporary casino will create 110 new jobs, strengthen local partnership, and establish a foundation for long-term tourism growth,” Tribal Council Chairman Ricky Sylestine said.