The Ho-Chunk Nation is expected to put shovels-into-ground on its major casino project in Beloit later this year.

Drew Pennington, Beloit’s Economic Development Director, said the casino is the latest in a series of major developments to Beloit over the last 15 years. 

He said it will only add to the community’s pitch as a place to live and vacation, complementing other projects like new hotels, the new ABC Supply Stadium and expanded shopping and dining options.

While a casino project is also planned in Rockford, Ill., Pennington said he believes the two properties will be able to coexist with Beloit still seeing ample economic benefit.