This architectural image shows the planned Golden Mesa Casino near Guymon. The Shawnee Tribe staged a groundbreaking ceremony for the casino on Thursday. [Rendering provided]

Shawnee tribe breaks ground on casino

GUYMON — The Shawnee Tribe, in partnership with Global Gaming Solutions, broke ground Thursday on the Golden Mesa Casino, a 42,000-square-foot, casino entertainment center on 107 acres southwest of Guymon.

Shawnee Chief Ron Sparkman and Chickasaw Nation Gov. Bill Anoatubby spoke at the groundbreaking, expressing their support of the center.

“Today is a great day for the Panhandle community and the Shawnee Tribe,” Sparkman said. “We are thankful for the support we've received from the Guymon community and the Chickasaw Nation in bringing this economic opportunity to fruition. We look forward to working in tandem with community leaders and residents to build a better, stronger Panhandle.”