[3] The casino was approved by voters in a statewide referendum in 2010,[4] and opened on June 5, 2012.

[6] Early in its development, the project was called the Black Bear Four Season Resort and Casino.

[7] In March 2013, Black Bear Development agreed to sell the casino to Churchill Downs Inc. for $160 million.

[9] Churchill Downs announced a $25-million expansion plan for the casino in April 2016, including the addition of a hotel.

[10] In November 2017, the hotel, new dining venues, and an expansion of the gaming floor opened.