The probable opening of a new casino in Port Huron is yet another hint that Michigan is well on its way to becoming the next Nevada.

After Gov. John Engler stated he would not approve new casino deals, The Detroit News reported Tuesday he announced the Bay Mills Indian Community would receive approval to open a new casino in Port Huron.

This is an addition to the existing 20 Native American casinos in the state, plus three commercial venues in Detroit.

It is disappointing Engler would go against his word, but what is more frustrating is the fact that Michigan is slowly becoming more gambler-friendly.

A Bay Mills spokesman told The Associated Press “this is a win-win for everybody,” but is that really the case?

If Michigan is willing to allow more land to be used for casinos’ profits, then it might as well simply legalize gambling throughout the Great Lakes state.

If the state ran these casinos, it would be an upside because they would be the only recipient of its earnings, and could open the door to more jobs for Michigan residents.

A downside to this is the potential saturation of casinos in certain areas.

Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick told The Associated Press he already is concerned the Port Huron casino will affect business down river in the Motor City.

As long as there is demand for more Michigan casinos, they should be allowed to be built. But Michigan leaders have said no more once. If too many casinos come in, bad will out weigh good.