Northwest Indiana casino operator, observers point to market strength as Chicago enters the business

Northwest Indiana casino operator, observers point to market strength as Chicago enters the business

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  • Carrie Napoleon, Post-Tribune
May 9, 2022 6:17 PM
  • Carrie Napoleon, Post-Tribune

Lake County casinos, Gary’s mayor and the head of the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority are not terribly concerned that Bally’s won the Chicago casino contract.

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Andy Qunell, chairman of the board of the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority, said the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana in Gary continues to be the best performing casino in the state.

“As they increase development that will continue to create a larger draw for them. More people in the casinos, more people in the hotels transfers to more revenue,” Qunell said.

He said he is not too concerned about the impact a future Chicago casino may have in the Northwest Indiana market.