A grand opening date has been scheduled for a new, casino-based travel center in Winston County.
The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians announced Wednesday that its Crystal Sky travel plaza in Louisville will open on Thursday, Dec. 19 at 11 a.m. after nearly two years of construction.
The 18,000-square-foot facility will feature a casino with 150 slot machines, a sportsbook lounge, a restaurant, 3,000 square feet of retail space, and fueling stations for both commercial and passenger vehicles. The plaza will be open 24/7, promising limitless access to travelers and locals alike.
The Crystal Sky name, which was revealed earlier this year, is based on Winston County’s tribal community known as Crystal Ridge.
“This endeavor isn’t just about brick and mortar; it’s about weaving connections,” Tribal Chief Cyrus Ben said at the time. “Crystal Sky will not only serve travelers passing through but will also uplift the Louisville and Winston County area and honor the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians.”
The Crystal Sky travel plaza cost $25 million and is expected to employ at least 100 people. Ahead of the grand opening, a job fair will be held at Lake Tiak-O’Khata in Louisville on Friday, Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Career opportunities include security officer, maintenance engineer, maintenance engineer attendance, sous chef, kitchen steward, line cook, and deli associate.