Originally published Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at 8:50 AM
Snoqualmie Casino opens Thursday
The King County sheriff's office is preparing for heavy traffic after the new Snoqualmie Casino opens Thursday in Snoqualmie.
The King County sheriff's office is preparing for heavy traffic after the new Snoqualmie Casino opens Thursday in Snoqualmie.
As many as 30,000 people are expected to back up the I-90 exits and surface roads between Snoqualmie and North Bend. Singer Jessica Simpson headlines Friday night's events.
The $375 million casino has 1,700 electronic slot machines and five restaurants. It employs about 1,300 workers.
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