Little River Band intends to seek approval for second Michigan casino again

Sunday, April 23, 2023 12:00 PM
Photo:  Office of Governor Gretchen Whitmer
  • Derek Helling, PlayUSA

Muskegon County in Michigan has long been the site of a proposed Little River Band casino. Once again, whether the gaming facility near Fruitport Township will actually come to fruition involves Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Leadership for the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians has shared that they are trying to get a face-to-face meeting with Whitmer. If that goes according to the tribe’s plan, there could be more work for Whitmer soon.

About 10 months after Whitmer nixed the tribe’s plans for a second Michigan casino, that issue is again on her agenda. According to Drew Ellis of PlayMichigan, Little River Band Tribal Ogema Larry Romanelli is seeking an audience with the governor.