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New Circa casino called a ‘game changer’ for downtown Las Vegas

The Stadium Swim rooftop pool complex, seen during a media preview of Circa on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020, is one of the resort's main attractions. Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020 | 2 a.m. The last time a casino in downtown Las Vegas was built from the ground up, Muhammad Ali was stepping into the boxing ring with Larry Holmes at Caesars Palace. When the Sundance…
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New Circa casino called a ‘game changer’ for downtown Las Vegas
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Is An IRS Change In Slot Machine Jackpot Thresholds Really Coming?

By Richard N. Velotta, Las Vegas Review-Journal (TNS) Color me skeptical, but I'll believe the recent news about the IRS and U.S. Treasury acting to increase the threshold on reportable slot machine jackpots when I see it. Last week, there was a report that the Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council recommended to IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel…
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Best Casinos In Las Vegas: Complete Guide (2024)

Las Vegas, famously known as the world's entertainment capital, is a dazzling hub of excitement, adorned with elaborate decorations, captivating attractions, and world-renowned casinos. Every year, millions of visitors flock to this vibrant city, eager to test their luck at the numerous gambling establishments that line the iconic Las Vegas Strip…
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Best Casinos In Las Vegas: Complete Guide (2024)
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6 Biggest Countries by Casino Revenue

Casinos significantly impact the global economy, with the market projected to reach over US$100.90bn in 2024. This figure highlights the important role of gambling establishments worldwide. They create jobs and increase tourism. This attracts visitors from all over. More visitors help local businesses like hotels and restaurants. They also boost…
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6 Biggest Countries by Casino Revenue
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MGM Las Vegas Strip casinos celebrate food donation goal

MGM Resorts International has exceeded its goal of donating 5 million meals to communities where it operates resorts by 2025, the company announced Monday. The company's Feeding Forward program has been successful in both donating food that would normally go to waste and levying about $375000 in grants to organizations that fight food insecurity in…
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MGM Las Vegas Strip casinos celebrate food donation goal
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What does Boyd Gaming own in Las Vegas

Boyd Gaming has long had a strong presence in the Las Vegas hospitality and gaming industry since casino operator Sam Boyd founded the company in 1975 to develop a downtown casino, The California. The company has more than 5703 hotel rooms, almost 4 percent of Southern Nevada's hotel room inventory. Nine operating hotel-casino properties make up…
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What does Boyd Gaming own in Las Vegas
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Top 10 Biggest Casinos In The US

America boasts some of the most outstanding casinos in the world. Whether you're on the Texas-Oklahoma border, where everything bigger is better, or visiting the opulent tribal casinos in Connecticut, the biggest casinos in the US are more than just a place to gamble; they are a place to make all your dreams come true. Join us as we take a look at…
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Top 10 Biggest Casinos In The US
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Did Donald Trump Ever Try for the Vegas Casino Market?

After reading today's QOD about presidents and casino gambling, I'm wondering if Donald Trump ever came close to entering the Las Vegas market back when he still owned casinos in Atlantic City. A: Well … yes and no. It depends on how serious he really was about making inroads in Sin City and only Donald Trump knows that for sure. In September 1986,…
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Caesars? Harrahs? Golden Nugget? NJ’s most luxurious casinos

When you think about gambling in the USA, the two main casino destinations that spring to mind are probably Las Vegas and Atlantic City. So it might surprise you to learn that there aren't that many casinos in New Jersey at all - there are less than a dozen of them in fact. From 1894 to 1939, gambling was prohibited in NJ, but the ban was pretty…
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Caesars? Harrahs? Golden Nugget? NJ’s most luxurious casinos
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The Venetian in Las Vegas celebrates a quarter century of excellence -Las Vegas Magazine

When The Venetian opened its doors 25 years ago, the Strip was a vastly different landscape. There was a convenience store on the street corner where The Palazzo now stands, and nearby golden-era casinos Desert Inn and Stardust had yet to be demolished. On the cusp of a $1.5 billion reinvestment and project that may be the largest and most…
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The Venetian in Las Vegas celebrates a quarter century of excellence -Las Vegas Magazine
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Top 7 Tourist Spots In Las Vegas Beloved By Travel Reviewers

You've probably heard the saying, "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas!" But when you stumble upon an incredible tourist spot, it's worth sharing with the world! If you haven't visited Las Vegas recently, we agree it's worth rolling the dice on a trip to Sin City. The Strip features luxurious hotels with stunning attractions for singles, couples,…
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Top 7 Tourist Spots In Las Vegas Beloved By Travel Reviewers
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Online Casinos: What the Future Holds?

The online casino industry is massive. In a relatively short time, iGaming has become a multi-million-dollar market, that can rival land-based gambling. In the 1990s, when online casinos first hit it big, nobody could have believed that the industry would reach this point. Which begs the question, what does the future of online casinos hold? In…
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Friends with Benefits: Kenny Hwong at Circa Resort & Casino -Las Vegas Magazine

Kenny Hwong is the epitome of a great bartender. He's friendly and funny. He cares about the guest. And he's got the skills. He's proved it by advancing to the top 30 in a global bartending competition-the 2024 United States Bartenders Guild Presents World Class sponsored by Diageo, taking place June 1 in Denver. If he wins, he'll go on to the…
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Friends with Benefits: Kenny Hwong at Circa Resort & Casino -Las Vegas Magazine
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The Decades-Long Romance of Las Vegas and Hawaii

If an oxtail soup from Hawaii seems an unlikely thing to eat in Las Vegas, you have a lot to learn about both places, as I did, and still do. Census data from 2020 showed that Clark County, Nevada, which includes Las Vegas, was the U.S. county with the largest population of native Hawaiians outside of Hawaii, a statistic that tells only part of the…
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The Decades-Long Romance of Las Vegas and Hawaii
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Wayne Newton celebrates 65 years of performing in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - Mr. Las Vegas is adding another career milestone to his long list of achievements. Last week, Wayne Newton celebrated 65 years of performing in Las Vegas. "Had you told me at 15 years old that I would still be performing for fans on the world-famous Las Vegas Strip 65 years later, I would have thought you were crazy," Newton…
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Wayne Newton celebrates 65 years of performing in Las Vegas
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How Far Is Red Rock Casino From The Strip? (Las Vegas)

The Red Rocks Casino Resort and Spa is a great option for a girl's trip, couple's getaway, or family weekend. It's located just 15-20 minutes from the airport and a short Uber drive from the Vegas Strip. After my recent stay, I highly recommend Red Rocks for anyone looking for a Vegas experience at a good price away from the crowds. Check out my…
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Full 1Spin4Win Software Review ➤ Best Online Casino List 2024

In the whimsical world of iGaming, where casinos and slots reign supreme, there emerged a newcomer with the power to make your head spin - and we're not talking about dizziness! Meet 1spin4win, the freshest face in the industry since May 2021. While they may be the new kid on the block, they've been secretly brewing a concoction of gaming genius,…
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Las Vegas Advisor: In an unexpected move, Mirage to close in July

It wasn't closing, until it was. After numerous proclamations that the Mirage would remain operating during the long transition to Hard Rock, it was announced last week that the entire casino will close on July 17. It's a significant development in that the opening of the Mirage in 1989 is credited with flipping the switch on the "new Las Vegas"…
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Las Vegas Advisor: In an unexpected move, Mirage to close in July
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Looking for a casino scapegoat

Your May 19 article on Scott Sibella starts with a pejorative characterization ("the disgraced former Las Vegas gaming executive") then prods that "the jury in the court of public opinion is still out." It's ironic because the Review-Journal has more impact on public opinion than anyone. This is a case of "corporate culpability," with the best…
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The Las Vegas (Nevada) Review-Journal has committed to a very large Goss Newsliner Press Drive upgrade project with imPRESSions Worldwide, Inc. from Burlington, Washington, in conjunction with DCOS from Sweden, following a large wave of printers making similar decisions as of late. The 234000-square-foot print facility, located just a stone's throw…
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Las Vegas Loop tunnel reaches Virgin Hotel near UNLV, company announces on X

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - The Las Vegas Loop has reached the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, according to a post on X Friday afternoon by the Boring Company, founded by Elon Musk. The progress is the latest update on the underground construction to expand transportation from the Las Vegas Convention Center, which was the original scope of the Las Vegas Loop…
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Las Vegas Loop tunnel reaches Virgin Hotel near UNLV, company announces on X
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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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Tropicana Las Vegas hosting second phase of public liquidation sale

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) - Tropicana Las Vegas will host a public liquidation sale this weekend featuring thousands of items from the hotel, ranging from signs to a baby grand piano. International Content Liquidations, Inc. of the sale will be held on Saturday and Sunday, May 25 and 26, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $20 per person each day, and the…
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Cirque du Soleil's KA Will Continue at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino

Performances will run through November 2026. Cirque du Soleil has announced that its beloved resident production KÀ will continue performances at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino through November 2026. A staple on The Strip since 2005, the cinematic masterpiece redefines storytelling with its heroic journey of love and conflict, taking adventure to an…
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Cirque du Soleil's KA Will Continue at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino
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Woman accused of conspiring with Las Vegas casino dealer to cheat

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - A woman allegedly conspired with a casino dealer with whom she was "in a relationship" on Facebook, leading to several allegations of cheating, the 8 News Now Investigators have learned. Yuk Wong faces five counts of cheating at a gambling game and one charge of attempting or conspiring to cheat at a gambling game, records said.…
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Police: Visitor shot glass door at Las Vegas Strip hotel after being ‘kicked out’

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a shooting a the Luxor Hotel & Casino Wednesday afternoon. Police say the shooting happened in the 3900 block of S. Las Vegas Boulevard near Reno Drive around 5 a.m. According to the Metro Convention Center Command, the Luxor was "kicking someone out of the…
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Police: Visitor shot glass door at Las Vegas Strip hotel after being ‘kicked out’
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The Neon Museum unveils restored signs from Flamingo casino

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - The Neon Museum is getting even brighter after adding several signs from The Flamingo casino, which have been restored and brought together to create one installation. That includes the hotel's historic 1976 pylon sign, which was inspired by sign designer Bill Clark, as well as two feather plumes, which were designed by Raul…
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The Neon Museum unveils restored signs from Flamingo casino
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2 Plaza guests win jackpots totaling $265K

There were two jackpot winners at the same downtown casino on Sunday. One, a Las Vegas local and the other, an Electric Daisy Carnival attendee. The Las Vegan won nearly $220000 while playing Pai Gow poker at the Plaza Hotel & Casino, the casino said in a news release. The casino said his buy in was $200, and he hit a 7-card straight flush to get a…
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2 Plaza guests win jackpots totaling $265K
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Neon Museum restores iconic Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel & Casino signs

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) - The Neon Museum unveiled some new signs in their iconic Neon Boneyard. On Tuesday, the museum showcased three restored signs from the Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. The signs dating back to 1976 stand more than 20 feet tall. According to officials, the 1976 roadside pylon was inspired by Bill Clarke's 1967 mega-pylon…
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Neon Museum restores iconic Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel & Casino signs
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Guest injured after window fell from hotel near Las Vegas Strip

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - FOX5 is getting answers as to why a window is missing from the Hilton Elara Hotel off of the Las Vegas Strip. Officials say one guest was injured. FOX5 was at the property Monday afternoon. A window is seen blown out. It appears to be open with a white fabric or backing covering from inside the hotel. The Elara is located…
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Guest injured after window fell from hotel near Las Vegas Strip
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Ellis Island Casino owners sue over 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix issues

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) - The owners of Ellis Island Casino are suing over last year's Las Vegas Grand Prix, alleging the traffic issues created by the Formula One race cost it millions of dollars in business. Three companies that collectively own Ellis Island filed the lawsuit in Clark County District Court last month, naming the Grand Prix and Clark…
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Eastside Cannery casino closed, business licenses still active

Operators of the Eastside Cannery can keep the shuttered casino closed for up to two more years without losing several business licenses, county officials said in approving a plan Tuesday. Clark County officials unanimously approved a request from Las Vegas-based Boyd Gaming, the operators behind the Boulder Highway hotel-casino that's been closed…
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Eastside Cannery casino closed, business licenses still active
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IRS embraces higher handpay limits for casinos and cruises

Generally, any interaction with the Internal Revenue Service means something bad has happened. The agency never sends you a letter saying "thanks for paying your taxes," and it rarely has an IRS agent check in on a business owner to see how his vacation was. More often, when an IRS letter shows up in your mailbox, it's a heart-stopping moment. At…
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IRS embraces higher handpay limits for casinos and cruises
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F1 News: Casino Owners File Lawsuit Against Las Vegas Grand Prix

Ellis Island Casino has taken legal action against the organizers of the Las Vegas Grand Prix and Clark County, citing severe business disruptions due to event planning and execution. The lawsuit was filed in Clark County District Court, seeking compensatory and punitive damages. The casino's operators - a coalition involving three linked companies…
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F1 News: Casino Owners File Lawsuit Against Las Vegas Grand Prix
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Las Vegas local wins $220,000 playing Pai Gow poker at downtown hotel

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - On May 20, a Las Vegas local won nearly $220000 playing Pai Gow poker at the Plaza Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas. According to a media release, the player's original buy-in was $200. He hit a 7-card straight flush for a total progressive win of more than $206000, plus a Fortune Bonus bet for another $12500. After his…
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Las Vegas local wins $220,000 playing Pai Gow poker at downtown hotel
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Free Spins and Blackjack Bonanza at Everygame Poker

This week at Everygame Poker, players are in for a whirlwind of excitement with an exclusive offer featuring free spins on four thrilling slots from Betsoft: Stacked, Gemini Joker, Mr. Vegas 2, and Mr. Macau. But that's not all - those depositing with LiteCoin or Bitcoin Cash will receive an additional 30 free spins, making the gaming experience…
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This is how the IRS taxes the winnings of players in Las Vegas casinos

Las Vegas, the oasis of entertainment and gambling deep in the Nevada desert, attracted 40 million visitors in 2023, seeking the chance to strike it rich. However, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has a keen eye on the winnings of these gamblers, ensuring that the house isn't the only one taking a cut. All gambling winnings, regardless of the…
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This is how the IRS taxes the winnings of players in Las Vegas casinos
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Southwest seeks new slot for nonstop Las Vegas flight

Southwest Airlines has announced that will apply to the Department of Transportation (DOT) for a newly created slot at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) in the United States (US). The slot will see a new, daily nonstop service run from the Washington airport to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas which is one of five…
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Southwest seeks new slot for nonstop Las Vegas flight
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Enjoy Gambling at the Best Online Casino Singapore

Before the era of online casinos, gamblers in Singapore and the rest of the world used to spend time and money visiting traditional casinos, which wasn't convenient. However, with the invention of online casinos, it is now much easier and more convenient to access and play online casino games. me88 is one of the best Singapore online casino…
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The Most Popular Video Games With Gambling

Video gaming and gambling have often gone hand in hand, as both games include elements of risk, skill, chance, and reward. As video games have progressed over the years, many titles have included gambling mechanisms in their gameplay experience. Wagering within video gaming attracts and entertains players with the promise of big wins and can take…
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Hotel-casino sues Las Vegas Grand Prix, Clark County over traffic issues

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - A Las Vegas Strip-adjacent hotel-casino sued Las Vegas Grand Prix over the traffic issues caused by the race construction and event. Ellis Island, which is located near Koval Lane and Flamingo Road, on the circuit, is suing the race organizers and Clark County over the ongoing traffic issues. The property makes several…
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Hotel-casino sues Las Vegas Grand Prix, Clark County over traffic issues
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Ellis Island casino files lawsuit against Las Vegas Grand Prix

The owners of Ellis Island Casino filed a lawsuit late last month for monetary damages it said was caused by the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix. Filed in Clark County District Court on April 30, the lawsuit lists the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Clark County and the state of Nevada as defendants. Ellis Island is seeking financial compensation greater than…
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Las Vegas souvenir suggestions for visitors

What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas - unless you want to take a momento home. If you're looking for the perfect only-in-Vegas tchotchke to commemorate your visit, consider the following options: Matchbooks A basic item at casino bars that call back to days when smoking was more common, these property-specific free items make a good collectible.…
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Some Las Vegas-area casinos still have coin-operated slots

LAS VEGAS >> As Las Vegas becomes more modernized, there's a crowd of tourists looking for ways to experience the old days. Few things activate the senses like the sound and feel of playing coin- and token-operated slot machines. But those visitors can only go to a few places for that ambience. Here are the casinos that still operate some…
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Some Las Vegas-area casinos still have coin-operated slots
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Mac's Hosts Las Vegas Casino for Cubs/Cardinals Series with Complimentary Buffet

ALTON - Mac's Downtown is offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity during the Cubs vs. Cardinals game this weekend. On Friday, May 24 and Saturday, May 25, 2024, people can enjoy the ultimate two-day baseball watch party, complete with sports betting from a Las Vegas casino. From 5-8 p.m. on Friday and 4-7 p.m. on Saturday, Circa Resort and Casino…
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Mac's Hosts Las Vegas Casino for Cubs/Cardinals Series with Complimentary Buffet
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What will happen to Mirage employees when the casino closes this summer?

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - For the second time this year, a long-standing Las Vegas Strip resort will close its doors for good. Last week, The Mirage set a July 17 closing date to prepare for remodeling and construction as Hard Rock International takes over operations. Nevada's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (known by most as DETR),…
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The Mirage in Vegas is closing. Here's what to know about its Hard Rock rebrand

The Mirage Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is getting ready to officially close its doors. On Wednesday, officials announced the casino will be closing on July 17, 2024 in order for crews to begin transforming the property into the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Guitar Hotel Las Vegas. "We'd like to thank the Las Vegas community and team members for…
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The Mirage in Vegas is closing. Here's what to know about its Hard Rock rebrand
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Off-Strip restaurant files lawsuit against Las Vegas Grand Prix

The owners of Ellis Island Casino filed a lawsuit late last month for monetary damages it said was caused by the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix. Filed in Clark County District Court on April 30, the lawsuit lists the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Clark County and the state of Nevada as defendants. Ellis Island is seeking financial compensation greater than…
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Off-Strip restaurant files lawsuit against Las Vegas Grand Prix
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Americans Gambled A Record $66.5 Billion In 2023

A merican casinos continued their winning ways in 2023, smashing the record set a year earlier. Total revenue generated from slot machines, table games, sports betting and iGaming (mobile casino games) hit $66.5 billion in 2023, a 10% increase over 2022, according to a new report published by the American Gaming Association. The new tally also…
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Americans Gambled A Record $66.5 Billion In 2023
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Mirage Las Vegas closing to make way for Hard Rock Cafe

LAS VEGAS - The iconic Mirage hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip will shut its doors this summer, the end of an era for a property credited with helping transform Sin City into an ultra-luxury resort destination. The July 17 closure will clear the way for major renovations and construction on the 80-acre property, which is to reopen in 2027 as the…
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Mirage Las Vegas closing to make way for Hard Rock Cafe
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Woman Claims Atlantic City Casino Refused to Pay $1.2M Jackpot: Reports

A woman from New Jersey claimed that an Atlantic City casino refused to pay her a more than $1.2 million jackpot win, 6abc Philadelphia reported. Roney Beal, 72, claims she won the jackpot in February while playing a "Wheel of Fortune" slot machine at Bally's Casino. "It went off, says, 'you're a winner,' and gold coins popped out," she told the…
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Woman Claims Atlantic City Casino Refused to Pay $1.2M Jackpot: Reports
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Las Vegas Advisor: Virgin to take over managing its casino

After three years of hiring out the management of its casino, Virgin Las Vegas is taking full control of the entire resort. Since its conversion from Hard Rock to Virgin, the casino has been run by Mohegan Sun. However, Virgin and Mohegan are parting ways, with Virgin expecting to take over gambling operations by the end of the year. Virgin…
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Las Vegas Advisor: Virgin to take over managing its casino
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The Mirage Las Vegas is closing to make way for Hard Rock guitar-shaped hotel

LAS VEGAS (KVVU /Gray News) - An iconic hotel and casino on the Las Vegas Strip is closing this summer. The Hard Rock International announced that The Mirage is scheduled to cease operations on July 17. Officials say the closure is to begin the transformation of the property into the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Guitar Hotel Las Vegas. The hotel is…
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The Mirage Las Vegas is closing to make way for Hard Rock guitar-shaped hotel
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Date set for closure of Mirage to make way for Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - The closure date for the Mirage is set as construction is planned to begin on the 700-foot guitar tower that will mark the new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. In a news release, Hard Rock International announced it would shut down The Mirage Hotel & Casino on July 17 in preparation for transforming the resort into Hard…
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Has a Sitting President of the U.S. Ever Gambled in a Las Vegas Casino?

Has a sitting president of the United States ever sat down at a slot machine or card table in a Las Vegas casino to play? For how long? Did they win? Which casino(s) and when? A: [Editor's Note: This answer is penned by LVA business and political blogger David McKee.] No. Never. Not a snowball's chance in hell. It might not be political suicide for…
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Has a Sitting President of the U.S. Ever Gambled in a Las Vegas Casino?
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Mirage Las Vegas closing in July for Hard Rock rebranding

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) - The Mirage on the Las Vegas Strip will close on Wednesday, July 17, as it prepares for renovations and rebranding as a Hard Rock International property. A spokesperson for Hard Rock International confirmed Wednesday that employees were informed of the closing date. The resort website says reopening is targeted for spring of 2027,…
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10 Best Dogecoin Casinos for May 2024

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Sigma Derby a nostalgic favorite, and it's running strong at The D in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Sigma Derby might be the most fun you can have in Las Vegas with a roll of quarters. The popular coin-operated horse racing game lives on at The D Casino & Hotel, drawing fans to the second floor day and night for a chance to see a little bit of gambling history. And when Mystik Dan is running at the Preakness on Saturday, you…
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Sigma Derby a nostalgic favorite, and it's running strong at The D in Las Vegas
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Why is the Mirage hotel-casino closing in Las Vegas?

The days are numbered for the Mirage Hotel & Casino which opened its doors in 1989 as well as a new era of megaresorts in Sin City. Hard Rock International, which purchased the property from MGM Resorts International for $1.1 billion in 2022, announced that the iconic hotel will be shuttering on 17 July. After which the property will undergoing…
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Man wins nearly $2 million placing $5 side bet at Las Vegas casino

A Connecticut man spent $5 making a side bet that ultimately won him nearly $2 million in Las Vegas earlier this month. Joseph Nardello made the win through the Millionaire Progressive, which allows customers to place a $5 side bet while playing table games at the Venetian Resort Las Vegas. Nardello was playing Three Card Poker on May 10 there when…
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Man wins nearly $2 million placing $5 side bet at Las Vegas casino
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Mirage closing date: What's next for the iconic Las Vegas hotel

An iconic Las Vegas resort that inspired the rise of mega-resorts on the Strip will close its doors to make way for a guitar-shaped hotel. The Mirage, which casino magnate Steve Wynn first opened in 1989, was influential not only for its massive number of guest rooms - 3044 rooms on 31 floors - but also for incorporating an anchor attraction that…
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Mirage closing date: What's next for the iconic Las Vegas hotel
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Mirage casino, which ushered in an era of Las Vegas Strip megaresorts, is closing

Estimated read time: 2-3minutes LAS VEGAS - The iconic Mirage hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip will shut its doors this summer, the end of an era for a property credited with helping transform Sin City into an ultra-luxury resort destination. The July 17 closure will clear the way for major renovations and construction on the 80-acre property,…
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Mirage casino, which ushered in an era of Las Vegas Strip megaresorts, is closing
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UAW represents thousands of casino workers on the Las Vegas Strip

Las Vegas workers have long called their home a union town, but there's one seemingly unlikely presence on the Strip: United Auto Workers. The 89-year-old union known for representing labor behind the American auto industry has been in Las Vegas for more than a decade, but organizing drives in more recent years have brought the membership up from…
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UAW represents thousands of casino workers on the Las Vegas Strip
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Hard Rock to rebrand Las Vegas Mirage Hotel & Casino

Hard Rock International is set to cease operations of The Mirage Hotel & Casino as of July 17 to begin the transformation of the property into the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Guitar Hotel Las Vegas. Hard Rock will develop a new integrated resort with a nearly 700-foot guitar-shaped hotel in the center of the Las Vegas Strip. "We'd like to thank…
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Hard Rock to rebrand Las Vegas Mirage Hotel & Casino
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Innovate Change Review: Top-Rated High Payout Casinos in New Zealand 2024

Innovate Change presents an in-depth review of New Zealand's most popular digital entertainment platforms for 2024. Innovate Change, a trusted online review company, offers a comprehensive guide to the digital realms where fun meets fortune. In this article, we'll learn about high-payout online platforms, highlighting those that not only provide an…
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Here’s when The Mirage Hotel & Casino will close its doors

LAS VEGAS - The end is near for another staple on the Las Vegas Strip. The Mirage will officially close its doors in mid-July. The property will be transformed into a guitar-shape and will reopen as the Hard Rock Hotel. The iconic Las Vegas property has been around for 34 years, dazzling crowds with its iconic volcano. Guests with room reservations…
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Here’s when The Mirage Hotel & Casino will close its doors
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History of Casino Development in Canada

Land-based gambling clubs appeared in Canada as early as the mid-20th century. Virtual casinos began to develop much later. Today, the gambling industry sees its future in the online sphere. This is confirmed by the emergence of a large number of new operators, providers and auditors. Today, the best online casinos Canada have nothing in common…
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Man celebrating 21st birthday wins $362,000 at Las Vegas' LINQ casino

One Ohio resident will remember his 21st birthday for years to come, and not just because he reached legal drinking age. Damon Howell, a resident of Union City, about 147 miles south of Toledo, won a life-changing $362640 jackpot while celebrating his birthday in Las Vegas. The 21-year-old won the haul while playing the Ultimate Texas Hold'em…
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Man celebrating 21st birthday wins $362,000 at Las Vegas' LINQ casino
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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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'Mirage' casino in Vegas closing, rebranding with guitar-shaped Hard Rock hotel

The Mirage hotel-casino will close its doors in July after 34 years of operating along the Las Vegas Strip in Nevada. The famous hotel, which opened in 1989, was the first megaresort to open on the Las Vegas Strip, and its success sparked a building boom in the 1990s for other large resorts, forever transforming the way the tourist hot spot did…
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'Mirage' casino in Vegas closing, rebranding with guitar-shaped Hard Rock hotel
Travel and Leisure

Las Vegas' Mirage Hotel to Close This Summer

It's the end of an era for a famed Las Vegas hotel. The Mirage Hotel & Casino will officially close its doors on July 17. The 65-acre property will then undergo an extensive construction and re-open in 2027 as the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Guitar Hotel Las Vegas. The Mirage's transition to become the Hard Rock will visibly change the Las Vegas…
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Las Vegas' Mirage Hotel to Close This Summer
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Mirage Hotel & Casino closing date announced ahead of Hard Rock hotel

A man charged with 13 felonies following the shooting of a Las Vegas middle school campus security monitor last year has agreed to plead guilty to a pair of those counts.The Hard Rock International said that The Mirage Hotel & Casino is scheduled to cease operations on July 17, 2024.Henderson, the second largest city in Nevada, is often…
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Newsweek

Iconic Las Vegas Hotel to Suddenly Close. Here's What Will Replace It

After more than three decades towering over the Las Vegas Strip, the iconic Mirage Hotel and Casino unexpectedly announced Wednesday that it will be closing its doors this summer. A new Hard Rock Hotel and Casino will replace the 65-acre property, known for its Beatles-themed attractions and as the one-time home of Siegfried & Roy. "We'd like to…
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Iconic Las Vegas Hotel to Suddenly Close. Here's What Will Replace It
New York Post

Las Vegas' the Mirage hotel-casino closing for Hard Rock rebrand

The iconic Mirage hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip will shut its doors this summer, the end of an era for a property credited with helping transform Sin City into an ultra-luxury resort destination. The July 17 closure will clear the way for major renovations and construction on the 80-acre property, which is to reopen in 2027 as the Hard Rock…
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Las Vegas' the Mirage hotel-casino closing for Hard Rock rebrand
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Mirage casino announces closing date, what's next

After more than three decades of business, Las Vegas' famed Mirage Hotel and Casino is shuttering its doors. The Las Vegas Strip business announced the closure Wednesday night according to a post on social media, noting the Nevada property will soon "transform." "We look forward to the beginning of an exciting journey into a new era as Hard Rock…
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Mirage casino announces closing date, what's next
CNN

The iconic Mirage in Las Vegas is closing after 34 years

The Mirage Hotel and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip, and its instantly recognizable volcano, is soon shutting down after more than three decades in business. The 3000-room resort will cease operations on July 17 as it undergoes a three-year renovation that wipes away any markings of the Mirage and its tropical theme. Opened in 1989 by casino mogul…
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The iconic Mirage in Las Vegas is closing after 34 years
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The Mirage’s contribution to Las Vegas history remembered as closure announced

Alan Feldman remembers the anxiety that reigned on Nov. 22, 1989, the evening when The Mirage first opened its doors. "There was the normal chaos that occurs anytime you open a new property with all the last-minute things that had to be done," he recalled. Feldman said he stood with the resort's founder Steve Wynn and his wife Elaine on the inside…
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Caesars Palace Online Casino Gets Refresh

Caesars Entertainment is looking to take advantage of the lucrative online casino business in the American market with a revitalisation of its online gaming product. Caesars Sportsbook is already one of our best sports betting apps. It has been a couple of weeks since Caesars Entertainment announced via a press release what it calls a "refresh…
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Caesars Palace Online Casino Gets Refresh
Fox 10 Phoenix

Mirage: Las Vegas Strip hotel to close for years-long transformation project

LAS VEGAS - A rather well-known hotel and casino along the Las Vegas Strip is set to close its doors soons. According to the website for The Mirage, the resort's last day of operations is scheduled for July 17, while the last day of hotel occupancy will be on July 14. "The property will be closed for construction and the transformation will begin…
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Mirage: Las Vegas Strip hotel to close for years-long transformation project
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Iconic Mirage Casino on Vegas Strip to Officially Shut Down in July

The iconic Mirage Hotel & Casino will officially close for good in mid-July to make way for the new Hard Rock hotel. Hard Rock International will cease operations of The Mirage as of July 17, 2024. The last day of hotel occupancy will be July 14, 2024. The volcano is set for demolition, but no official date yet has been announced. Hard Rock Las…
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Iconic Mirage Casino on Vegas Strip to Officially Shut Down in July
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Mirage closing in July 2024, transforming into Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - The Mirage Hotel & Casino is getting ready to officially close its doors. On Wednesday, casino officials announced the casino would be closing on July 17, 2024 in order for crews to begin transforming the property into the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Guitar Hotel Las Vegas. "We'd like to thank the Las Vegas community and team…
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Mirage closing in July 2024, transforming into Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
ABC News

The Mirage casino, which ushered era of Las Vegas Strip megaresorts, is closing

The iconic Mirage hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip will shut its doors on July 17 LAS VEGAS -- The iconic Mirage hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip will shut its doors this summer, the end of an era for a property credited with helping transform Sin City into an ultra-luxury resort destination. The July 17 closure will clear the way for major…
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The Mirage casino, which ushered era of Las Vegas Strip megaresorts, is closing
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Moulin Rouge site to open for slot machine play for 1 day

You'll be able to play slot machines at the site of the Moulin Rouge next month if a recommendation from the Nevada Gaming Control Board is approved by the Nevada Gaming Commission. Control Board members on Wednesday recommended approval of a nonrestricted gaming license for slot machines only at the historic casino site at 840 W. Bonanza Road. The…
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Moulin Rouge site to open for slot machine play for 1 day
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Man wins nearly $365K at Las Vegas casino while celebrating 21st birthday

LAS VEGAS (KVVU /Gray News) - A lucky gambler got himself a nice bonus birthday present while playing poker in Las Vegas. According to Caesars Entertainment, Damon Howell of Union City, Ohio, was celebrating his 21st birthday on May 10 at the Linq hotel-casino when he hit a six-figure jackpot while playing Ultimate Texas Hold'em. Howell was…
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Man Wins $365K On His 21st Birthday From Progressive Jackpot

A 21-year-old celebrating his birthday and the first day that he could legally gamble in Las Vegas went to The LINQ and won over $362000. I don't want to be the one to have to tell him but it really isn't going to get any better than that. Damon H. was playing Ultimate Texas Hold'em Poker when he hit the progressive jackpot in O'Shea's pit at The…
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Man Wins $365K On His 21st Birthday From Progressive Jackpot
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Moulin Rouge casino reopens for 8 hours of gambling 69 years after its 1955 heyday

Back in mid-1955, the Moulin Rouge, Las Vegas' first desegregated casino, was a place to see and be seen. Sixty-nine years later, on Tuesday, the site became a place to see - at least, for eight hours. Gamblers played slot machines at the Moulin Rouge site Tuesday in one of those only-in-Nevada moments as owners of the property set up a temporary…
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Patrick Miller has been appointed President and CEO at Rio Hotel & Casino

The Rio Hotel & Casino Las Vegas is pleased to announce Patrick Miller has been appointed President and CEO. Miller has an impressive career spanning 28 years in the gaming and hospitality industry and a proven track record of success leading some of Las Vegas' most popular Strip resorts. Miller's journey to Rio Hotel & Casino has been marked by…
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