SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. —Kewadin Casinos will soon begin work on the next phase of its multimillion dollar upgrade project with each casino seeing a substantial investment into their property over the next three years. Previous phases of Kewadin Casinos’ multimillion dollar upgrade project have included a complete interior and exterior renovation and remodel of the Kewadin Casino Sault Ste. Marie hotel tower, new dining concepts bringing in Black Rock Bar & Grill and The Eatery Sault Ste. Marie and casino main entrance.

The next renovations are scheduled to begin in summer 2026 and will include:

Kewadin Casino St. Ignace
• Room renovations and upgrades beginning fall 2026
• Development of a new RV Park with full hook ups beginning spring 2027

Kewadin Casino Sault Ste. Marie
• Demolition of the original casino and hotel known as the East Wing structure along Shunk Rd.
beginning fall/winter 2027
• Construction of a new sports bar including virtual game bays beginning summer 2027
• Construction of a new waterpark with specific children and adult areas beginning summer 2027

Kewadin Manistique
• New RV Park including full hook up options beginning summer 2026
• Renovation of restaurant and bar, schedule to be announced

Kewadin Casino Christmas
• RV Park enhancements including full hook up options beginning summer 2026

Kewadin Casino Hessel
• Renovation of bar and deli beginning Fall 2026
• Improvements of the cabin and RV Park including 50 amp hook up options, schedule to be
announced

“We understand that the needs of our guests have evolved over the years, and we are excited for the opportunity to evolve with them. These renovations are designed to enhance the guest experience in the areas guests value most, whether it is a family traveling to camp or a local resident looking for a great meal and a fun night out. This next phase will allow us to better meet those needs by enhancing our RV park offerings, improving our hotel at Kewadin Casino St. Ignace, and bringing more family-friendly experiences to Kewadin Casino Sault Ste. Marie with the only water park in Michigan’s eastern Upper Peninsula,” said Kewadin Casinos CEO Allen Kerridge.

Kewadin Casinos has continued its successful partnership with Integrated Designs Inc. (IDI) for architecture and engineering services and Gundlach Champion to provide construction management services for this project.

Located in one of the most scenic regions of North America, Kewadin Casinos currently offers over 2,000 slot machines, 26 table games, hotels, dining, and other amenities at five properties in Michigan’s eastern and central Upper Peninsula. Owned and operated by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, Kewadin Casinos are the premier gaming destinations for people who live in and visit the Upper Peninsula, which is bordered on the south by Lake Michigan and Lake Huron, on the west by Wisconsin, and on the north by Lake Superior and Canada.

For more information about the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, please visit www.saulttribe.com. For more information about Kewadin Casinos, please visit www.kewadin.com.

Kewadin Casinos announces next phase of multimillion dollar upgrade project

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Are you interested in working in the #earlychildhood field? If so we have opportunities for you.

We have many new positions as we are planning on expanding our services and opening some new classrooms.

Click on this link https://www.saulttribe.com/newsroom/employment to apply today or scan our QR code!

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Due to recently received grant funding, Sault Tribe Education is opening a Winter/Spring, 2026 TED Scholarship application window. Funding is limited, so applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Deadline for submission is July 3, 2026. This scholarship opportunity is open to eligible Sault Tribe members who attended U.S. undergraduate, graduate, or vocational school during the Winter/Spring 2026 semester, both part-time or full-time. Applications and required documents should be submitted via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Any questions can also be directed to that email address. Don’t waste time, make sure to get your application in as soon as possible!

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2026 Winter/Spring Application

Sault Tribe Housing Open House July 2, 1-4 p.m., 2163 Migisa Ct. in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. Please join us for punch and cookies to celebrate the new space.

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Sault Tribe Health Division and MSU Extension Present: Canning and Preserving Workshop. Please join us for a session in June. Learn the basics of food preservation. Free to all community members. Limited spots available.

Low-sugar Jam & Blanching and Freezing
June 3: Newberry
Newberry Tribal Health Center
4935 Zee Ba Tik Ln, Newberry, MI 49868

June 4: Sault Ste Marie
Big Bear Arena Kitchen (upstairs)
2 Ice Circle, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783

June 8: Munising
Munising Tribal Health Center
622 West Superior Street Munising, MI 49862

Sign up for one of the locations above. All sessions are from, 1p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

To register or for more information, please contact Community Health at 906‑632‑5210.

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