Good evening Greg,
In case you donot know, the Grand Casino Avoyelles in Marksville, La.. Is no more; It is now the Paragon Casino. This is a indian owned casino. Grand Casino corp. had a management contract to run it for the indians. And to supply the start up money/expertise. When the compact expired(a couple of years ago) the indians took over management. And changed the name to Paragon Casino. The name has something to do with their ancestors & heritage.
If you would like to contact the Paragon. For as I know the address and phone numbers are still the same. I have called there, using the old Grand Casino numbers; with no problem. Its about 100 miles from my house. But have not been there in 7 or 8 months.
Hope this is helpful.
Far as the new Saratoga casino. I know nothing about it. Sorry
Dan, from Louisiana