Employment Applications Now Being Accepted on the Red Hawk Casino Web Site

PLACERVILLE, CA--(Marketwire - April 9, 2008) - The Red Hawk Casino, formerly known as the Foothill Oaks Casino, announced today that it is now accepting applications for employment on its Web site.

Applications for employment will be accepted through an online application system at www.redhawkcasino.com. Applicants will be asked to set up a user account, including a user name and password. During the pre-opening phase, jobs will be posted on the Web site approximately three to four months prior to the date employees will be hired for a particular job. Applicants may return to the Web site as often as they would like to check on current job openings. For those without internet access, they may visit the local Employment Development Department office (One Stop Career Center) or a local library.

A temporary employment and training center is scheduled to open at 1117 Windfield Way in El Dorado Hills on July 1 for the general public. Computers will be available for anyone to complete an online application. Staff will also be available to assist with the application process. The center will house free training classes on how to deal games such as blackjack and baccarat. Those interested in the training classes will be able to apply through the online application system.

Scheduled to open in the fourth quarter 2008, the Red Hawk Casino will employ approximately 1,750 people. Initially, positions at the vice president, director and manager level will be filled. In the coming months, applications for dealers, casino hosts, restaurant staff and other positions will be made available.

"We are reaching out to Tribal Members and residents of the local community who are looking for employment and want to be part of a great service team," said Scott Holmes, Chairman, Shingle Springs Tribal Gaming Authority. "Our employees will enjoy competitive compensation packages, beautiful surroundings and a work environment that's based on mutual respect. They will be helping to create the premier gaming experience in the Northern California."

About the Red Hawk Casino

The Red Hawk Casino, formerly known as the Foothill Oaks Casino, is owned by the Shingle Springs Tribal Gaming Authority, an instrumentality of the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians. It is scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2008 near Placerville, Calif., located off of Highway 50, just 30 minutes east of Sacramento. The project is being managed by Lakes Entertainment, Inc. and will blend Las Vegas-style excitement with the natural beauty of northern California. Once complete, the Red Hawk Casino will feature more than 2,000 slot machines, table games, six restaurants, four bars, and lighted and covered parking. More information can be found at http://www.redhawkcasino.com.

Contact Information: Media Contacts: Joshua Taustein Dresner Corporate Services 312-780-7219 jtaustein@dresnerco.com Sara DeNio Dresner Corporate Services 312-780-7223 sdenio@dresnerco.com