In 1901 gambling was prohibited in Wyoming. In 1935 the Legislature approved the legalization of casino gambling but the governor vetoed the measure. In 1988, the Northern Arapaho Tribe was granted the right to partly gamble. Now, Wyoming residents are finally able to play blackjack again at the Wind River Casino.

On Saturday, the Casino inaugurated four blackjack tables in the middle of its main room. “People are having a blast despite the lack of alcohol on the premises,” said Peggy Black, Wind River Casino table games manager.

According to Black, the tables were packed with people from all over the State. The new table games were also welcomed by the casino staff. “Since I was unable to make a living dealing cards, I spent the last seven months working in the casino’s deli,” said Wanda Harris, one of the dealers.

Currently, the Wind River Casino has four tables and the minimums range from $3 to $10 on the biggest table.