Casino Oklahoma Panhandle
Golden Mesa Casino is the exclusive gaming experience in the Oklahoma Panhandle – now open 24/7! Located just south of Guymon, OK, along Highway 54, Golden Mesa features more than 600 of your favorite electronic and table games. List of casinos in the U.S. State of Oklahoma; Casino City County State District Type Comments Ada Gaming Center: External links. Media related to Casinos in Oklahoma at Wikimedia Commons. Top Florida Panhandle Casinos: See reviews and photos of casinos in Florida Panhandle, Florida on Tripadvisor. The Shawnee Tribe and the Chickasaw Nation are working together on an off-reservation casino project in Oklahoma. The Shawnees plan to spend $25 million on the Golden Mesa Casino in Guymon, a city in the Panhandle portion of the state. Global Gaming Solutions, a Chickasaw subsidiary, would manage the facility if it ever gets built.
Map of counties in the Northern Panhandle | |
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| State | West Virginia |
| Largest city | Wheeling |
| Other cities |
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| Population (2010 Census) | |
| • Total | 132,295 |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
The Northern Panhandle is the northern of the two panhandles in the U.S. state of West Virginia. It is a culturally and geographically distinct region of the state. It is the state's northernmost extension, bounded by Ohio and the Ohio River on the north and west and the state of Pennsylvania on the east. Its unusual configuration is the result of the Revolutionary-era claims of Virginia's former Yohogania County boundary lying along the Ohio River, conflicting with interpretations of the Colony of Pennsylvania's royal charter. The conflict was settled by compromise in the 1780s. Today, due to the southern boundary being an extension of the Mason–Dixon line and the panhandle's proximity to the Pittsburgh area, the Northern Panhandle resembles more of the Midwestern United States[1] or the Northeastern United States compared to the rest of the state (including the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia), which is classified as part of the Upland South.[2]
In 2013, its northernmost two counties were included in the Pittsburgh consolidated area by the U.S. Census.[3]
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The region has a total combined population of 132,295 as of the 2010 census.
Counties[edit]
The following counties, listed from north to south, are universally accepted as being part of the Northern Panhandle:
Most West Virginians also include Wetzel County, and sometimes Tyler County, directly to the south of Marshall County, as a part of the Northern Panhandle, although they do not lie strictly within the northern extension.[4] Since statehood, they have formed the core of West Virginia's 1st congressional district.
The northern counties of the Northern Panhandle comprise part of the Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH Metropolitan Statistical Area, as well as the western regions of Greater Pittsburgh. The southern counties are part of the Wheeling, WV-OH Metropolitan Area.
Economy[edit]
In the late 19th century, the Northern Panhandle developed as an industrial area, especially in the manufacturing of steel and glass products. It still largely retains its industrial character, although many of its factories have closed down or fallen on hard times like others in the Rust Belt. The region also contains the Panhandle Coalfield.
Banks in these counties are serviced by the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, while the rest of West Virginia is in the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond.
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Education[edit]
The region houses three four-year colleges—the publicWest Liberty University and the private Bethany College and Wheeling University. All five counties listed in this article, plus Tyler County, are in the service area of West Virginia Northern Community College.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^Regional report
- ^Regional report
- ^http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/bulletins/2013/b13-01.pdf
- ^'Regional Map'. West Virginia Department of Commerce. Retrieved August 11, 2013.
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For years, the Shawnee Tribe in Oklahoma has been working to open a new gambling venue. This week, the tribe officially opened the doors to the Golden Mesa Casino, located in Guymon. It’s exciting news for casino gaming fans located in the Oklahoma panhandle area.
There are many great tribal casinos now operating in Oklahoma. Today, we’re going to look at this state’s casino revenue. We’ll also take a quick look at what other gambling options may come here. Let’s get into it!
Golden Mesa Officially Opens to the Public
Yesterday, the Shawnee Tribe, along with its partners, Global Gaming Solutions, celebrated the grand opening of the Golden Media Casino. It was a long time coming. The tribe had worked for years to open a casino in this state and spent millions on the construction of the Golden Mesa.
This casino, located just two miles southwest of Guymon in the state’s panhandle, is bringing 175 new jobs to the area with an expected $3.7 million in annual payroll. Shawnee Tribe Chief recently spoke to the media about the opening of his new gambling establishment.
“Today marks an historic day for Guymon, the entire Oklahoma Panhandle and the Shawnee Tribe,” he said. “The opening of Golden Mesa Casino positions this region as an emerging entertainment and tourism destination as we expect this casino entertainment center to bring visitors from Texas, Kansas, Colorado and New Mexico.”
The casino features 40,000 square feet of gambling space. There are 600 electric games, a range of popular table games such as blackjack and roulette, and a fully-functioning bar.
It’s expected to be a financial success for the Shawnee Tribe. According to a study from Oklahoma City University, this casino will generate $34 million annually. That’s great news for the state, as well, who will earn millions in taxes each year.
Oklahoma’s Casino Industry is Booming
Oklahoma is home to several major Native American Tribes. Since 1988, these tribes have been giving federal permission to open casino venues. Incredibly, there are now 102 casinos in the state of Oklahoma, with an estimated 70,000 slot machines and 4,600 bingo seats. As you might expect, this industry is bringing in serious revenue for the state.
In 2018, the state earned $139 million from casino taxes. At the moment, lawmakers tax the state’s casinos between 4-10% of their overall revenue. Unfortunately, Governor Kevin Stitt has begun calling for a reevaluation of this tax structure, causing a serious rift with Oklahoma Tribes.
The tribes argue that they provide more than just money to the state. They also invest their own earnings into healthcare, education, and infrastructure. Stitt isn’t backing down, however, continuing to ask the state’s Gaming Board to review the current set of tax rates.
It’s still unknown whether or not the rate at which these gambling venues are taxed will change. Other states tax their casinos from 20-25%. It’s possible that lawmakers will recognize this and request that Oklahoma implement similar rates. The tribes aren’t likely to accept that without a long, drawn-out legal battle.
Oklahoma May Soon Legalize Sports Betting
Earlier this year, several politicians in Oklahoma presented a bill that would allow tribal casinos to offer sports betting options. Unfortunately, the bill failed to be approved during the state’s legislative session. Many gambling analysts still feel that Oklahoma’s sports betting market will become regulated within the next few years.
Ultimately, the decision lies in Governor Stitt’s hands. He clearly recognizes the huge revenue potential from sports betting. Allowing sports gambling options inside tribal casinos would bring millions of additional dollars to the state every year.
Several major tribes in Oklahoma have also expressed a desire to see sports betting regulated.
Matt Morgan, chairman of the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association, commented on the future of sports betting in this state to the media recently.
“Tribes are ready to have that discussion,” he said. “The ball is in Gov. Stitt’s court.”
Many states around the country, recently including Iowa, now have fully-regulated sports betting industries. Even states with harsh gambling laws such as North Carolina and Georgia are interested in legalizing and regulating this popular form of wagering.
For now, gambling fans in Oklahoma are limited to casino gambling. Those in the panhandle area can check out the brand new Golden Mesa Casino, now officially open to the public.
Make sure to stay tuned for more Oklahoma gambling news over the next few months!