(Michigan City, IN) The coronavirus pandemic has closed casinos across Northern Indiana and Michigan for months, and the latest word from Governor Holcomb us that they will not open before at least June 14.   

Michigan City's Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa, has furloughed employees. However, they are now saying it will permanently lay off 25% to 60% of its workforce.   The layoffs will take effect between July 1 and July 14.  It's not yet known exactly how extensive they will be.