Coushatta Casino Resort Temporarily Closed As a Result of a Power Outage

Closed Temporarily Until Further Notice

August 30, 2008

Kinder, LA - Tuesday, September 2, 2008, Coushatta Casino Resort will remain temporarily closed due to a power outage as a result of Hurricane Gustav. All casino venues will be closed, including Koasati Pines at Coushatta, The Pavilion, Feather Fuel, and all on- and off-property hotels.

The casino and its venues will reopen after the power has been restored. Please check back for re-opening information.

The Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana considers the safety of its guests and Associates of utmost importance, and has ordered the closure as a safety precaution.

Coushatta Casino Resort is located in Kinder, Louisiana on US Highway 165 (I-10 exit 44), featuring nearly 2,000 slots and more than 55 table games including live poker, plus live Bingo, sportsbook and off-track betting. Phone 800-584-7263 for more information or visit the website at www.ccrla.com.

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