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Discover Mississippi’s Most Luxurious Casino Destinations

Can you believe that you can cruise up the Mississippi River and play slots at the same time? It sounds almost too good to be true, if you ask us. Gambling in Mississippi has been a pretty contentious issue since the early 20th century, when religious residents of the state were less than keen on casinos. Finally, in 1990, they were legalized, with…
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Discover Mississippi’s Most Luxurious Casino Destinations
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Scarlet Pearl Casino Has Three Jackpot Wins In One Night

Scarlet Pearl Casino in D'Iberville, Mississippi, had three jackpot winners last Friday night. This was highly unusual for the brick-and-mortar casino, but the three big hits extended this year's string of slot machine wins. "It was just like pop, pop, pop all day long," said Angela Black, director of gaming operations at Scarlet Pearl Casino, when…
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Boomtown Casino Biloxi Introduces Chipless Technology 'Smart Pit'

Boomtown Casino Biloxi unveiled Interblock's new, chipless gaming technology known as Smart Pit. Powered by Smart Pit, the EZ Play Zone allows gamblers to play live craps, dual roulette, and blackjack. The casino, which is a Penn Entertainment property, confirmed that the chipless technology "ensures seamless play and accurate payouts," the company…
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These 4 U.S. Cities Are The Best Alternatives To Las Vegas This Summer

Summer is beginning to heat up in more ways than one, especially in places like Viva Las Vegas. Las Vegas may be one of America's newest cities, essentially built from scratch in the desert to create one of the most iconic destinations across the globe. Anyone who has paid a visit to Vegas knows it's impossible to have a dull moment, but many…
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These 4 U.S. Cities Are The Best Alternatives To Las Vegas This Summer
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Florida’s Gulfstream Park earns top 10 spot among US casinos

While Las Vegas in home to some of the best casinos in the world, outside of Sin City, Florida, is home to the third best casino in the nation. Located 20 minutes north of Fort Lauderdale in the city of Hallandale Beach, Gulfstream Park is not just a casino, it's also one of the most important venues for Thoroughbred horse racing - as well as an…
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Florida’s Gulfstream Park earns top 10 spot among US casinos
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Beau Rivage casino in MS ranked best in US outside Las Vegas

A Mississippi Gulf Coast casino made it onto the Top 10 list of best casinos in the U.S. and is rated the best casino outside of Las Vegas. Beau Rivage Resort & Casino is the tallest building in Mississippi, and is often a surprise to first-time visitors when they see this Vegas-style casino on the shores of Biloxi. Many of those who visit leave…
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Beau Rivage casino in MS ranked best in US outside Las Vegas
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Beau Rivage MS player wins $1 million on Dragon Link slot

The Mississippi Gulf Coast now has three new millionaires in as many months after a lucky person won more than $1.2 million while playing at Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi, the MGM property confirmed Saturday. The player was gambling on a $1 Dragon Link slot machine when a $1.21 million jackpot was hit Saturday, said Mary Cracchiolo Spain,…
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Beau Rivage MS player wins $1 million on Dragon Link slot
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'It's the Hottest Casino in the South'

Louisiana loves to take chances. Heck, just look at where we live. We build houses on the ground that's way too soft, next to an ocean that is sucking our land away when it's not spinning hurricanes and tropical storms in our general direction. So, yeah, it takes a lot of luck just to live in Louisiana but then again we also like the thrill of the…
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'It's the Hottest Casino in the South'
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Why an Alabama man is banned for life from Mississippi casinos

An Alabama man is a member of a very exclusive club -- a club so exclusive it has fewer members than the number of astronauts who have walked on the moon. The Mississippi Gaming Commission, like its Nevada counterpart, keeps a list of those who have earned a lifetime ban from state-regulated casinos. Those on the list are typically there after…
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Why an Alabama man is banned for life from Mississippi casinos
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Wheel of Fortune jackpot at Beau Rivage casino in Biloxi MS

As the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi was preparing for the 25th anniversary party in March, a slot player was celebrating a'life-changing' win. The lucky spin came March 8, when a Wheel of Fortune slots player won $1254996. The person was playing a $1 denomination Wheel of Fortune Triple Gold Gold Spin at the Beau Rivage. The winner…
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Wheel of Fortune jackpot at Beau Rivage casino in Biloxi MS
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The biggest casinos in North America

North America is famed for its casinos, with several cities across the continent boasting some of the most iconic gaming establishments on the planet. Las Vegas undoubtedly stands head and shoulders above the rest, with'Sin City' renowned for its association with the gambling industry. Although the emergence of online casinos powered by operators…
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Casino revenue down on the MS Coast, impacted by changes in Alabama

Competition from neighboring states is affecting Mississippi, Atlantic City and other regions, and the American Gaming Association said the challenge will grow as more states expand casinos and legalize sports betting. The AGA released its annual State of the States report Tuesday, showing commercial casino revenue was up 10% for the year across…
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Casino revenue down on the MS Coast, impacted by changes in Alabama
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What States Is BetMGM Casino Legal In?

This page contains references to offers from one or more of our partners. We may receive compensation when you click on those links and redeem an offer. Terms and conditions apply to the offers listed on this page. BetMGM Online Casino and Sportsbook are legal and available in a select number of States in the USA, including New Jersey, Michigan,…
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What States Is DraftKings Casino Legal In?

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Maurice Wooden takes helm as president Of Fontainebleau Las Vegas

Maurice Wooden has been designated as the president of Fontainebleau Las Vegas, a renowned five-star luxury resort and casino situated on the iconic Las Vegas Strip. Boasting an impressive 36-year tenure in the luxury hospitality sector, Mr. Wooden's wealth of experience and expertise align seamlessly with the newly inaugurated Fontainebleau Las…
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Former Wynn Las Vegas exec named president of Fontainebleau

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) - The former president of Golden Nugget and Wynn Las Vegas is moving to Fontainebleau. Fontainebleau Development announced on Sunday that Maurice Wooden was appointed as president of the Las Vegas resort. "Maurice will be an excellent steward of our brand, its culture, and heritage; and we eagerly anticipate his leadership in…
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Former Wynn Las Vegas exec named president of Fontainebleau
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Fontainebleau Las Vegas names exec Maurice Wooden as new president

Fontainebleau Development, the parent company of the resort, named longtime Las Vegas hospitality executive Maurice Wooden as the north Strip property's new president, according to a Sunday news release. Wooden was previously Wynn Las Vegas' president and principal executive officer between 2013 and 2019 and a member of the Las Vegas Convention and…
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Fontainebleau Las Vegas names exec Maurice Wooden as new president
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Pier Creates Brouhaha Around Mississippi Casino Project

The future of a ninth retail casino in Biloxi may be in question after the Mississippi Secretary of State earlier this week issued a statement contending that the state gaming commission "incorrectly assessed and improperly applied" a court decision with regard to the building of a pier at a new casino site. In a statement Monday, Secretary of…
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Pier Creates Brouhaha Around Mississippi Casino Project
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Atlantis named one of the best casinos outside of Vegas by Newsweek

RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The Atlantis Casino Resort and Spa was named by Newsweek as one of America's best non-Las Vegas casinos. The casino came in third out of ten spots, which were chosen by panelists and contributors and voted on by readers. It was the only casino in northern Nevada to be named. "It's exciting and deeply gratifying to see our resort…
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Atlantis named one of the best casinos outside of Vegas by Newsweek
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Top 5 Hottest USA Gambling Destinations for 2024

Online casinos have become increasingly popular, with good reason. It is convenient, sure, but there is nothing quite like getting the live experience. Those who love to get out on the casino floor and experience the best games, there are a few major destinations to check out. Here are the five best spots in the USA to enjoy live, in-person…
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Wagering on Wanderlust: Finding Luck and Leisure in the World of Blackjack and Travel

Welcome to a thrilling journey where luck meets leisure in the exciting realms of blackjack and travel. Whether you're a seasoned card shark or just looking for a new adventure, combining the thrill of the blackjack table with the allure of exotic destinations can elevate your gaming experience to new heights. So, buckle up and get ready to explore…
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Wagering on Wanderlust: Finding Luck and Leisure in the World of Blackjack and Travel
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Top 5 Underrated Gambling Destinations in the USA

There is nothing quite like hitting a major gambling destination. With the bright lights, the bustle of the casino floor, and the feeling of the chips in your hand, there is nothing quite like it. Going to Las Vegas or another luxury gambling destination can be a bit pricey these days, but there are thankfully a few underrated spots that are worth…
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Top 5 Underrated Gambling Destinations in the USA
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Table Games Manager Talks Jackpots, House Edge, Online Casino

Gambling and storytelling go hand in hand. From big wins and wild spins to bad beats and attempted cheats, if you frequent casinos, you've seen it all. Kevin Lentz, a table games shift manager at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi on the Gulf Coast in Mississippi, is in his fourth decade working in the industry. So he's really seen it all. (Full…
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Table Games Manager Talks Jackpots, House Edge, Online Casino
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Detroit Casino Workers Strike After Casinos Play Hardball on Wages, Healthcare

DETROIT- Thousands of union casino workers are on strike today after months of full-table negotiations and meetings by department failed to result in a deal with the city's three casinos. The workers, represented by the Detroit Casino Council (DCC), are seeking contract improvements after years of pandemic hardship, but casino management remains…
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These 2 Mississippi Gulf Coast casino hotels among USA Today’s Top 10 for 2023

It's perhaps something of a surprise that USA Today readers who cast votes for the top 10 casino hotels in the U.S. selected as many from the Mississippi coast -- two -- as they did from Las Vegas. Nominees for the USA Today's "10Best" were submitted by a panel of experts in casinos, lifestyle and travel. From there, 10Best editors narrow the field…
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These 2 Mississippi Gulf Coast casino hotels among USA Today’s Top 10 for 2023
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MS Gaming Commission September 2023 Report

The Mississippi Gaming Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. at the Jackson office. Executive Director Jay McDaniel and Chairman Franc Lee and Commissioner Kent Nicaud were in attendance. The following matters were considered: The Commission approved the issuance of licenses to the following: Boyd…
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Pocono casino named one of nation's top casino hotels

From 2019: Mount Airy Casino Resort unveils $40 million expansionMount Airy Casino Resort held a ribbon cutting ceremony Friday May 3, 2019. Mount Airy Casino Resort placed fifth on USA Today's top 10 readers' choice list for Best Casino Hotel in the country. Located in Mount Pocono, it was the only Pennsylvania casino resort to make the list. The…
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Pocono casino named one of nation's top casino hotels
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Paragon Casino Resort’s new and improved south tower on track to be unveiled this winter

MARKSVILLE, La. (WNTZ) - Following last year's renovation of the North Tower, Paragon Casino Resort's South Tower renovation is moving along and has already begun to welcome guests. The upgrades, once completed, will impact 190 guest rooms and 24 suites for a total of 214 rooms, plus three hotel corridors. The project began in March of this year…
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Paragon Casino Resort’s new and improved south tower on track to be unveiled this winter
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Parent of Las Vegas Strip casino to settle sexual harassment claim

This March 15, 2016, file photo, shows casino mogul Steve Wynn at a news conference in Medford, Mass. Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023 | 5:31 p.m. A parent company of a Las Vegas Strip casino and nine unnamed women are settling a lawsuit alleging the company failed to investigate allegations that female employees were sexually harassed by the company's…
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Parent of Las Vegas Strip casino to settle sexual harassment claim
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What's Happening at Bally's Evansville in September

24-HOUR CASINO. MUST BE 21 TO PLAY. PROMOTIONAL RULES AND CONDITIONS APPLY. BALLY'S EVANSVILLE ENCOMPASSES 45000 SQUARE FEET OF GAMING SPACE FEATURING OVER 950 SLOT GAMES AND 30 LIVE AND ELECTRONIC TABLE GAMES TWO FIRST-CLASS HOTELS THREE DINING OPTIONS THREE BARS SEPTEMBER PROMOTIONS GIFT GIVEAWAYS Qualified, invited Bally Rewards Members receive…
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What's Happening at Bally's Evansville in September
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What Casinos Have Roll to Win Craps

What Casinos Have Roll to Win Craps: A New Era of Craps Gaming Craps is one of the most popular casino games around the world, known for its fast-paced action and exciting atmosphere. With the introduction of new gaming technologies, casinos have constantly been innovating to enhance the player experience. One such innovation is the Roll to Win…
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Top 5 Easy to Get Destinations for Gaming in the USA

With hundreds of casinos operating worldwide, it's important for US players to know the best gambling destinations within their own country. The US is home to a multitude of popular casinos and excellent venues that offer opportunities to play thrilling casino games or partake in sports betting. However, gambling laws and regulations can…
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Top 5 Easy to Get Destinations for Gaming in the USA
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Las Vegas Casino Mogul Fined $10M to End Fight Over Claims of Workplace Sexual Misconduct

Casino mogul Steve Wynn has ended a yearslong legal fight with Nevada gambling regulators that started with claims of workplace sexual misconduct, agreeing to pay a $10 million fine and cut ties to the industry he helped shape in Las Vegas. The Nevada Gaming Commission accepted a settlement last week to end the state's look at allegations that led…
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Las Vegas Casino Mogul Fined $10M to End Fight Over Claims of Workplace Sexual Misconduct
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Las Vegas casino mogul Steve Wynn to pay $10M to end fight over claims of sexual misconduct

LAS VEGAS (AP) - Casino mogul Steve Wynn's long legal fight with Nevada gambling regulators over claims of workplace sexual misconduct is expected to end Thursday with a settlement calling for him to pay a $10 million fine and cut virtually all ties to the industry he helped shape in Las Vegas. The Nevada Gaming Commission was scheduled to meet in…
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Las Vegas casino mogul Steve Wynn to pay $10M to end fight over claims of sexual misconduct
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Las Vegas casino mogul Steve Wynn will pay $10 million

Casino mogul Steve Wynn's long legal fight with Nevada gambling regulators over claims of workplace sexual misconduct is expected to end Thursday with a settlement calling for him to pay a $10 million fine and cut virtually all ties to the industry he helped shape in Las Vegas. The Nevada Gaming Commission was scheduled to meet in the state capital…
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Las Vegas casino mogul Steve Wynn will pay $10 million
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3 New Developments in Las Vegas’ Meetings & Events Scene

Renovation news from Rio Hotel & Casino and M Resort & Casino, plus a new partnership between Marriott and MGM Resorts. Four years after Caesars Entertainment sold the 2500-room Rio Hotel & Casino to the Dreamscape Companies, the plan to reimagine the property with a more luxurious style and environment is finally coming to pass. At the end of this…
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3 New Developments in Las Vegas’ Meetings & Events Scene
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Colorado's Golden Nugget Casino Opens Soon As It Takes Over Wildwood

The Wildwood Hotel and Casino in Cripple Creek will soon be no more. It will be the Golden Nugget Casino. Dubbed "the highest casino in the world," the facility is undergoing a facelift and name change after Fertitta Entertainment bought the resort at the base of Pike's Peak last year. The official grand re-opening as Golden Nugget will happen this…
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Colorado's Golden Nugget Casino Opens Soon As It Takes Over Wildwood
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Marriott, MGM Form Online Gambling Marketing Deal

Marriott International has entered into a loyalty marketing agreement with BetMGM, MGM Resorts International's online gambling and sports betting joint venture. Marriott Bonvoy will become BetMGM's exclusive hospitality loyalty program partner in the U.S. and Canada. Under this agreement, Marriott and BetMGM will collaborate to provide Marriott…
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Marriott, MGM Form Online Gambling Marketing Deal
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Las Vegas Strip still leads the US in casino gambling, according to AGA

The American Gaming Association recently published data showing the first quarter of 2023 produced the highest gaming revenue of any quarter in industry history. It wasn't a surprise. After all, Nevada results have been stellar for around two years and most of the publicly traded casino companies have said their results in jurisdictions outside…
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Las Vegas Strip still leads the US in casino gambling, according to AGA
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American Gaming Association reports casino gaming revenue nationwide

The American Gaming Association recently published data showing the first quarter of 2023 produced the highest gaming revenue of any quarter in industry history. It wasn't a surprise. After all, Nevada results have been stellar for around two years and most of the publicly traded casino companies have said their results in jurisdictions outside…
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American Gaming Association reports casino gaming revenue nationwide
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Bally’s grows Las Vegas presence with stadium, Trop renovation

Lost in the news surrounding the entry of casino operator Bally's Corp. as a partner in the effort to bring Major League Baseball to Las Vegas were executive suite management changes. The Rhode Island-based company last week named Marcus Glover as chief financial officer. His experience includes overseeing two of MGM Resorts International's largest…
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Bally’s grows Las Vegas presence with stadium, Trop renovation
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John Travolta filming a movie in Mississippi casino

D'IBERVILLE, Miss. -- Imagine sitting at a slot machine at Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort here and seeing John Travolta walk by. The actor is in south Mississippi filming his new movie, "Cash Out," and customers at Scarlet Pearl are sharing the casino floor with the star, cast and crew. "They're here for a month," said LuAnn Pappas, CEO of Scarlet…
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John Travolta filming a movie in Mississippi casino
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Why did a gambler sue MGM casinos over pocket change? What to know about the payouts

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit claiming the parent company of Beau Rivage Resort and Casino in Biloxi cheated slots customers by using a redemption system that returns whole dollars only and not coins. U.S. District Court Judge Sul Ozerden ruled that disputes about a gambling debt should be heard by the state Gaming Commission, not the…
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Why did a gambler sue MGM casinos over pocket change? What to know about the payouts
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Effort to create Nevada lottery picks up steam despite casino industry opposition

A legislative proposal allowing Nevada to operate a state lottery could slice into the revenue stream of Northern Nevada casino operator Truckee Gaming. But it wouldn't be a large chunk of the company's cash flow, said CEO Ferenc Szony. Truckee Gaming is a retailer licensed by the California Lottery to sell tickets from a store adjacent to the Gold…
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Effort to create Nevada lottery picks up steam despite casino industry opposition
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South Beach site pending MS Gaming Commission consent

On Thursday, March 23, the developer of South Beach Casino and Resort will have a location approval hearing from the Mississippi Gaming Commission. On that note, South Mississippi may have one more competitor to officially become the 13th casino on the Coast. However, one more South Beach Casino was proposed in 2008. Its planned location was…
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South Beach site pending MS Gaming Commission consent
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The Best Casino Cities for a Weekend Getaway For Everyone

When it comes to planning a weekend getaway, there are a plethora of options to choose from, but few provide the excitement and entertainment of casino cities. Whether you're a high-stakes gambler or a casual player, these cities offer endless entertainment, dining, and nightlife options that are sure to keep you entertained for days. In this…
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The Best Casino Cities for a Weekend Getaway For Everyone
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Scarlet Pearl Casino CEO’s big gamble is paying off

In gambling terms, the risky wager LuAnn Pappas made on herself back in 2014 was a longshot. Even Pappas herself admits she was probably a heavy underdog after she made the bold move to pack her bags and leave Atlantic City and a 30-year career with Caesars Entertainment (formerly Harrah's Entertainment) to run a new casino resort in little-known…
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Indy Gaming: Expanded multi-state online gaming may not benefit Nevada

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz The inclusion of Michigan into the…
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Indy Gaming: Expanded multi-state online gaming may not benefit Nevada
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REITs Lead Charge to Consolidate Casino Real Estate

The slowdown in transactions across commercial real estate as a result of higher interest rates is unlikely to dramatically change in the near term as the question of value continues to plague buyers, sellers and lenders. But properties that house gaming operators are proving the exception. Not only did casino tenants pay rent when closed during…
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REITs Lead Charge to Consolidate Casino Real Estate
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Bally's Tiverton Casino & Hotel announces completion of real estate transaction with GLPI

Bally's Corporation today announced that it has completed a real estate transaction with Gaming & Leisure Properties, Inc., in which the two firms sold and leased back the land and real estate assets of Bally's Tiverton Casino & Hotel in Tiverton, Rhode Island, and Bally's Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi in Biloxi, Mississippi. According to a press…
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Bally's Tiverton Casino & Hotel announces completion of real estate transaction with GLPI
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IGT's Wheel of Fortune awards two $1M+ jackpots in November

International Game Technology (IGT) announced Friday its Wheel of Fortune slots awarded two million-dollar-plus jackpots in November. Last month, a player won $1.3 million playing Wheel of Fortune Triple Red Hot 7s at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona, on November 11. And on November 27, another player won $1.17 million playing the same…
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IGT's Wheel of Fortune awards two $1M+ jackpots in November
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Tablet, internet service distribution at Paragon Casino Resort

The following has been provided by the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana and Paragon Casino Resort: The Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana and Paragon Casino Resort are encouraging Marksville neighbors to check their eligibility to qualify for a free LTE tablet and internet service through the Affordable Connectivity Program. Members of the community…
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Woman hits $1.1 million jackpot at Mississippi casino slot machine

It wasn't the sound of Christmas bells, but the sound of a $1.1 million jackpot at a Mississippi casino that made one Alabama woman's holiday weekend especially bright. The woman won more than $1 million on Sunday when she bet on a progressive slot machine. The woman, who did not want to be identified, was playing the Wheel of Fortune, $1…
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Woman hits $1.1 million jackpot at Mississippi casino slot machine
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Woman hits big jackpot at Biloxi casino the day after Mattress Mack’s $500,000 wager

The day after furniture tycoon Mattress Mack came from Texas to the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino in Biloxi to place a $500000 bet, a woman from New York hit one of the largest jackpots in awhile on the Coast. The Beau Rivage announced that Linda, no last name provided, was playing the Blackjack Match progressive game Wednesday when she hit the…
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Woman hits big jackpot at Biloxi casino the day after Mattress Mack’s $500,000 wager
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Woman takes home more than $200,000 with jackpot win at Mississippi casino

A New York woman was not going to be outdone by Texas furniture tycoon Mattress Mack, who traveled to the Beau Rivage casino on the Mississippi Gulf Coast to place a $500000 bet. One day after Mack's spotlight-grabbing bet, Lynda (no last name provided) walked out of the same casino with more than $200000, according to the Biloxi Sun-Herald. Lynda…
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1st riverboat casino in U.S. found in Mississippi River

The first riverboat casino to open in the United States and Biloxi now sits in the mud in Memphis as the waters of the Mississippi River recede. To see the fate of the Diamond Lady on Facebook - covered in muck as she emerged from where she sank a year ago - is a sad end to her story. "It made my heart sink. I didn't really know what happened to…
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New Borgata casino boss eyes redone rooms, new slot machines

ATLANTIC CITY - Travis Lunn takes over Atlantic City's top-performing casino as its two newest competitors are surging in the market. But far from being worried, he's glad for the success of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City and the Ocean Casino Resort. That, he said, presents an opportunity for the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa to up its own…
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New Borgata casino boss eyes redone rooms, new slot machines
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Tilman Fertitta’s hotel-casino plans on Las Vegas Strip headed for vote

Las Vegas' famed casino corridor is poised to get a big new competitor: billionaire Tilman Fertitta. Clark County commissioners are scheduled Wednesday to consider the Houston mogul's plans for a 43-story, 2420-room hotel-casino on the Strip. Located at the southeast corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Harmon Avenue, the upscale project calls for…
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Tilman Fertitta’s hotel-casino plans on Las Vegas Strip headed for vote
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Keep the Change? Class Action Says MGM Casinos Refuse to Refund Change When Players Cash Out

A proposed class action alleges MGM Resorts International has short-changed hundreds of thousands of slot machine players nationwide by refusing to refund cash change in its casinos, essentially robbing customers "a few cents at a time, on millions of transactions." According to the 11-page complaint, the issue arises whenever a player decides to…
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Keep the Change? Class Action Says MGM Casinos Refuse to Refund Change When Players Cash Out
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MGM slot players shortchanged, suit claims

A Louisiana woman has filed suit against MGM Resorts International, claiming it shortchanges gamblers when they cash out slot machine vouchers at casino kiosks that don't pay exact change. Attorneys for Leane Scherer of New Orleans, filed the lawsuit in U.S. District Court's Southern District of Mississippi and hope to make the complaint a…
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Gervonta Davis Net Worth: Can This Money Buy a Casino?

Gambling is an integral part of American and Canadian culture; almost all American and Canadian towns and cities have at least one casino. Casinos offer various games like slots, table games, and keno. Everything about a casino appeals to people. A gambling trip can be thrilling or even life-changing for some people. However, most people don't…
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Gervonta Davis Net Worth: Can This Money Buy a Casino?
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Legal changes make Colorado an enticing casino market for Nevada operators

DENVER - Nevada's major gaming companies avoided Colorado for nearly two decades after casinos were legalized in the historic mining towns of Black Hawk, Central City and Cripple Creek. It wasn't much of a gamble. Initially, bets in the state were limited to $5 and casinos were not open 24/7. The idea behind the 1990 legalization was to boost…
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Legal changes make Colorado an enticing casino market for Nevada operators
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Gambling: These different regulations exist in the U.S. states

The glittering city of Las Vegas in the United States of America is particularly en vogue among gambling enthusiasts from all over the world. The gamblers' paradise is located in the state of Nevada in the west of the USA and borders directly on California. Las Vegas is known beyond all national borders for its gigantic casino offer. Tourists from…
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Gambling: These different regulations exist in the U.S. states
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Louisiana's Paragon Casino renews gaming floor by installing 150 new machines

Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville, Louisiana, has announced the installation of 150 new gaming machines on its casino floor. The new gaming machines are set to replace a total of 15% of the estimated 1000 total machines that are currently in the venue. The new machines feature bingo-style and Las Vegas-style gaming, according to the…
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Louisiana's Paragon Casino renews gaming floor by installing 150 new machines
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Paragon Adds 150 New Games to Casino Floor

MARKSVILLE, LA - Paragon Casino Resort has installed 150 new gaming machines on the casino floor. The influx of new machines features both "bingo-style" and "Las Vegas-style" slot machines, in addition to a series of entertainment-focused enhancements Paragon Casino Resort has implemented over the last five years. Paragon is the only casino to…
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Paragon Adds 150 New Games to Casino Floor
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Paragon Casino Resort unveils new games, amenities in their 28th year

MARKSVILLE, La. (WNTZ) - Paragon Casino Resort is revving up for a high-volume fall season with 150 new gaming machines on the casino floor. This influx of new machines features the latest gaming technology, featured in both "bingo-style" and "Las Vegas-style" slot machines, in addition to a series of entertainment-focused enhancements Paragon…
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Paragon Casino Resort unveils new games, amenities in their 28th year
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10 Sin-City Worthy Alternatives To Visiting Vegas

A vacation in Vegas is a golden opportunity to escape life's daily hustle and bustle. Visitors heading to Vegas encounter a city flocked with world-class dining, exotic shopping centers, art galleries, and museums. With distinctive styles of game selection, Las Vegas Casinos are designed to offer visitors many ways of trying their luck. However,…
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10 Sin-City Worthy Alternatives To Visiting Vegas
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Frank Cullotta, The Chicago Mobster Who Inspired 'Casino'

One of the most infamous members of the Chicago Outfit and the Hole in the Wall Gang burglary ring, mobster Frank Cullotta also ended up providing law enforcement with key information on the mob's activities in Vegas - and was one of the primary sources for the legendary book-turned-movie Casino. Although he had a reputation as a crackerjack thief…
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Frank Cullotta, The Chicago Mobster Who Inspired 'Casino'
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What are the best casino films?

Land-based and online casino operators continue to develop more exciting and entertaining games. Due to the rapid increase in the number of casinos and the ever-increasing number of players, film production companies have started to make films about casinos. These films have grown in popularity because they feature intriguing elements that appeal…
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What are the best casino films?
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Bally’s files application with state for first Chicago casino

Bally's filed its application with the Illinois Gaming Board on Wednesday, taking a major step in the process to build Chicago's first casino and the flagship property for its fast-growing company. The application was posted on the gaming board website Thursday morning. The clock is now running for the publicly traded Rhode Island-based company to…
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Bally’s files application with state for first Chicago casino
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The 10 Richest People in the Casino Industry

Casinos are getting bigger, with more slots and tables games, spectacular shows, Michelin quality dining, and five-star hotels. In a chaotic world, where life can sometimes seem a little dark, casinos are man-made paeans to excess, indulgence, and fun. Gambling politics aside, casinos are built for both pleasure and profit. When it is done well,…
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The 10 Richest People in the Casino Industry
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Gambling Towns Outside Of Vegas Worth Putting Your Money On

Gambling towns outside of Vegas worth putting your money on are located in states like Washington, Colorado, Louisiana and Connecticut. While sin city is always a great time, there are other places for gambling while on vacation that may be closer to home. Playing outside of Vegas generally brings more fun and relaxation to the table games. Dealers…
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Gambling Towns Outside Of Vegas Worth Putting Your Money On
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How a Santa Barbara Mathematician Beat the Casinos

For a bigtime troublemaker, Eliot Jacobson is jarringly pleasant. He volunteers at a wildlife rescue center and helps out at the Planned Parenthood book sale. Every Sunday afternoon, he and friends gather under the big tree at Alice Keck Park to play traditional Irish music. He talks lovingly of his family and he always asks you about yours. But…
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How a Santa Barbara Mathematician Beat the Casinos
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Get a 3-foot long daiquiri at new poolside venue opening soon at Biloxi casino resort

A colorful venue operating at Caesars resorts in Las Vegas and Lake Tahoe will make its debut Memorial Day Weekend at Harrah's Gulf Coast. The Biloxi location will be the sixth Purple Zebra Daiquiri Bar at Caesars Entertainment, which now has 54 properties throughout the United States, said Jonathan Jones, general manager of Harrah's Gulf…
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Get a 3-foot long daiquiri at new poolside venue opening soon at Biloxi casino resort
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KISS set to open Rock & Brews Casino in Oklahoma

KISS, the infamous 80s classic rock band, will open its first-ever casino in Braman, Oklahoma. The band already operates 20 restaurants and bars within its signature chain and will now feature casino gaming as well. Rock & Brews is slated to open today, with Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The grand opening…
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KISS set to open Rock & Brews Casino in Oklahoma
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Borgata Casino Boss Travis Lunn Eyes Redone Hotel Rooms, New Slot Machines

Travis Lunn takes over Atlantic City's top-performing casino as its two newest competitors are surging in the market. But far from being worried, he's glad for the success of Hard Rock and the Ocean Casino Resort. That, he said, presents an opportunity for the Borgata to up its own game and make sure it continues to be the market leader. In a…
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Borgata Casino Boss Travis Lunn Eyes Redone Hotel Rooms, New Slot Machines
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Full House names new COO, confirms summer opening of temporary casino for Illinois project

Gaming operator and developer Full House Resorts has announced the appointment of a new Chief Operating Officer. Moreover, the company issued on Thursday an update regarding its American Place project in Waukegan, Illinois, which will see the opening of a temporary facility this summer. The company will be promoting John Ferrucci, General Manager…
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Full House names new COO, confirms summer opening of temporary casino for Illinois project
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Top 5 Best Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

When it comes to choosing the best Hard Rock Hotel and Casino for your pleasure, there are several establishments across the world that you can choose from. These hotels are based in different locations, and amazingly, the company continues to grow and expand. One thing that remains sure is no matter the geographic location of any of the resorts;…
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Top 5 Best Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
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Popular Mississippi casino planning multi-million dollar remodel, new president says

Packing a bachelor's degree in marketing fresh from the University of Louisiana-Monroe, Brandon Dardeau headed to Las Vegas and a job in the casino industry. In those days, a degree didn't impress as much, he discovered. He started at the reservation call center - earning about $10 an hour - rather than in his dream position of casino host. That he…
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Popular Mississippi casino planning multi-million dollar remodel, new president says
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Travis Lunn Named New President of Atlantic City’s Borgata Casino

Travis Lunn, a veteran casino executive, was named Wednesday as the new president of Atlantic City's Borgata casino. He most recently served as the southeast group president and chief operating officer for MGM Resorts, where he led Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi, and Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Mississippi. Lunn…
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Travis Lunn Named New President of Atlantic City’s Borgata Casino
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Travis Lunn named new president of Atlantic City's Borgata

By WAYNE PARRY - Associated Press ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) - Travis Lunn, a veteran casino executive, was named Wednesday as the new president of Atlantic City's Borgata casino. He most recently served as the southeast group president and chief operating officer for MGM Resorts, where he led Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi, and…
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Pennsylvania casinos not ready to cut smoking from gambling experience

Like flashing lights, dings and coins splashing into a slot machine tray, an equally familiar - even stereotypical - casino experience involves plumes of smoke wafting skyward from patrons puffing on ash-tipped cigarettes. Casinos, and the states that host them, have permitted smoking for decades, with the industry bypassing a sweeping ban that in…
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Pennsylvania casinos not ready to cut smoking from gambling experience
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Which US State has the best Casinos?

Casinos are increasingly common in many parts of the US, although the quality can vary from place to place and some states are better endowed in this regard than others. If you are planning a trip that includes some casino visits, here are just a few of the states where world-class venues are found in abundance. Where better to start than the state…
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Deutsche Bank Stick to Their Hold Rating for Penn National Gaming By Investing.com

Deutsche Bank (DE:) analyst Carlo Santarelli maintained a Hold rating on Penn National Gaming (NASDAQ:) on Friday, setting a price target of $38, which is approximately 27.99% below the present share price of $52.77. Santarelli expects Penn National Gaming to post earnings per share (EPS) of $0.55 for the fourth quarter of 2021. The current…
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South Mississippi Casinos Add Face Masks as COVID-19 Expands

As COVID-19 cases in South Mississippi, just like in other parts of the US, rise again, casinos in this region have started mandating their employees to wear masks. Palace Casino and the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino are among the latest gambling facilities to instruct staff members to protect themselves by wearing masks, while Scarlet Pearl has…
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South Mississippi Casinos Add Face Masks as COVID-19 Expands
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Mississippi Sees First Cryptocurrency ATM Installed at Casino

Mississippi has been one of the pioneers of sports betting. Yet, as betting technology progressed, the state slowly started falling behind. That will now change. Mississippi Casino Adds Crypto ATM That isn't to say there aren't efforts to make a change. The Scarlet Pearl Casino in D'Iberville has recently installed a cryptocurrency ATM. According…
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Mississippi Sees First Cryptocurrency ATM Installed at Casino
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Most Luxurious Casino Hotels in Mississippi

If there's one thing that can be said with certainty, it's that gambling is one of the most popular entertainment activities around the world, including Mississippi. The state has always had a progressive attitude toward gambling in general, with the location boasting way more commercial casino resorts than similar southeastern states. No matter if…
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CT Online Betting Launch Soon, LA Casinos Await Licensing

Connecticut and Louisiana are the latest states to join the US's booming legal sports wagering market. Lawmakers in both jurisidictions legalized the vertical earlier this year, and now casino operators and officials are adding the finishing touches to those new markets. the state Department of Consumer Protection has approved a soft…
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CT Online Betting Launch Soon, LA Casinos Await Licensing
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KISS Still Planning Mississippi Casino Despite COVID Delay

KISS frontmen Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley have entertained rock and roll fans since the early 70s. Now, they are turning their attention to the world of gambling by investing in a new casino venture in Biloxi, Mississippi. KISS performed in Biloxi on Tuesday night as part of its End of the Road Tour. The rock band's official Twitter page posted a…
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KISS Still Planning Mississippi Casino Despite COVID Delay
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Details on casino proposals emerge

Further information on the proposals of four companies vying for the Vigo County casino license became available today. Those four license applicants are CDITH LLC (Churchill Downs of Louisville, Ky.); FHR-Atlas LLC (Full House Resorts Inc.), HR Terre Haute LLC (Hard Rock); and Terre Haute Entertainment LLC (Premier Gaming Group of Union, Ky., and…
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‘What’s the endgame?’ No resolution projected as decades-long feud between Culinary and Station Casinos continues

A second-floor meeting hall in the aging downtown Las Vegas headquarters of Culinary Workers Local 226 has long attracted local, state and national candidates seeking support from the influential labor group's membership. Oftentimes, Station Casinos is a talking point. In November 2019, Vice President Kamala Harris, then a California senator who…
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‘What’s the endgame?’ No resolution projected as decades-long feud between Culinary and Station Casinos continues
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Biloxi casino shooting leaves Mississippi man dead, Alabama man in custody

Multiple shots rang out early Saturday on the gaming floor of the Golden Nugget Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi, resulting in the death of one man and the arrest of another, according to reports. Biloxi police arrested Jereme Lamond Jones, 30, of Mobile, Alabama, and charged him with first-degree murder in the death of a 41-year-old man from…
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Biloxi casino shooting leaves Mississippi man dead, Alabama man in custody
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Despite The Pandemic, Casinos Have Never Been Busier

This is true, especially in Maryland and Nevada, where the leisure and hospitality sectors are slowly digging themselves out of the hole. Over the past year, the staff at Maryland's six casinos have been developing ingenious strategies to keep the dice rolling on the craps tables while observing COVID safety measures. Most of the U.S. casinos that…
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Despite The Pandemic, Casinos Have Never Been Busier
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US Fire and Hurricane Conditions Lead to Casino Closures

With hurricanes and fires impacting people across the United States, casinos in a number of regions have been forced to close their doors. called for the evacuation of all residents who live up to the Nevada border The major casinos in South Lake Tahoe closed parts of their gaming floors on Monday as California fire officials called for the…
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US Fire and Hurricane Conditions Lead to Casino Closures