Kansas: Golden Eagle Casino celebrates opening of its first bar

Friday, May 20, 2022 6:48 PM
  • Melissa Brunner, WIBW

The state’s oldest casino ushered in a new era.

Leaders from the Kickapoo Tribe and Horton area cut the ribbon on Eagle’s Nest Bar during a ceremony Thursday at Golden Eagle Casino.

ThunderChild Thomas added to the event with a ceremonial song, with festivities topped off by a performance by the band Delta Haze.

Golden Eagle Casino General Manager Joe Magbitang said the casino has been working since 2007 to create a spot in the casino for folks to enjoy an adult beverage. They took the past two years to finalize the details.