The reservation laws here are somewhat different from other places. Federal and state laws can be implemented here, but their autonomy is much greater than other cities and counties within the state. So, it's not uncommon to find casinos and other entertainment venues in the reservations. Many states that don't allow public casinos have them within the reservations, attracting people from surrounding areas to come and play.
New Mexico doesn't prohibit casinos, but the public ones are mostly in border towns and reservations, rarely found in major cities. Thus, the hotel owner naturally recommended the casino on the edge of the reservation to Jimmy and Hope, who came alone.
Jimmy confirmed the casino location, finished his beer with the owner, and returned to the room. He called Hope over and, from memory, drew several entertainment places recommended by the owner on a piece of paper.
