Living Sky Casino in Swift Current is celebrating its first year of operation.

     The Casino has been open to the public since December 29, 2008, and the Sky Centre performing arts centre has been in operation since February.

     General Manager Lionel Tootoosis says they've appreciated the support they have received from the community since opening.  Tootoosis says there were many highlights in the Casino's first year, not the least of which, was the grand opening performance by Wayne Newton.

     He adds that they are looking forward to 2010, where they will be holding the first annual Living Sky Casino Round Dance and Pow Wow Celebration.