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Live Casino GM: Shreveport, Bossier gambling changes in 2025

There are some things you need to know about new Live! Casino and Hotel Louisiana executive vice president and general manager John Chaszar. He is one new kneecap away from being bionic. He once "retired" from the gaming business and became a substitute teacher. He has worked in just about as many places as Johnny Cash sang about in "I've Been…

Industry ・ 28 June 2024

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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…

Land-based ・ 17 May 2024

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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,…

Winnings ・ 05 May 2024

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Las Vegas Advisor: The Strip by far the lead in U.S. gambling market

To the surprise of absolutely no one, the Las Vegas Strip was the top U.S. gambling market in 2023, with the casinos there winning $8.83 billion, a 7.2% increase over 2022. The Strip far outdistanced the second biggest market, Atlantic City, which won $2.86 billion. They were followed by Chicagoland ($2.19 billion), Baltimore/Washington ($2.08…

Industry ・ 25 February 2024

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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…

Land-based ・ 27 September 2023

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The Best of Entertainment and Dining at Scarlet Pearl Casino

1. Introduction 2. Key Takeaway about Scarlet Pearl Casino 3. The History of Scarlet Pearl Casino 4. Unparalleled Entertainment 5. Exquisite Dining Options 6. Luxurious Accommodations 7. A World-Class Casino Experience 8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Scarlet Pearl Casino is a premier resort and gaming destination situated on the…

Industry ・ 30 July 2023

European Gaming

Which casinos have the biggest market share in the US?

We have basically two worlds when it comes to gambling in the US: traditional land-based operators like those famous in Vegas, and Atlantic City and abroad in places like Macau, for example, and online operators. Traditional casinos have a more steady form of business model, and comparing the evolution of these enterprises across time is easier as…

Industry ・ 06 June 2023

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2022 was a golden year for casinos in the U.S.: grossed $60 billion

The year 2022 has gone on record for the best casinos in the United States, with more than $60 billion in takings. Figures released by the American Gaming Association, the gambling industry's national trade group, show that in-person remains the industry's bread and butter, accounting for more than 80 percent of its revenue. In 2022, Americans…

Sports ・ 23 May 2023

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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…

Movies ・ 16 April 2023

Albuquerque Journal

US casinos top $60B in revenue in 2022, their best year ever

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) - Commercial casinos in the United States won more than $60 billion from gamblers in 2022, the best year in the industry's history. Figures released Wednesday by the American Gaming Association, the gambling industry's national trade group, show that in-person gambling remains the bread-and-butter of the industry,…

Industry ・ 13 March 2023

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US casinos top $60 billion in revenue in 2022, with Chicago the 4th largest market

Commercial casinos in the United States won more than $60 billion from gamblers in 2022, the best year in the industry's history. Figures released Wednesday by the American Gaming Association, the gambling industry's national trade group, show that in-person gambling remains the bread-and-butter of the industry, accounting for more than 80% of its…

Industry ・ 11 March 2023

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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…

Industry ・ 27 February 2023

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US casino gambling markets see record $60B year in 2022

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. -- Commercial casinos in the United States won more than $60 billion from gamblers in 2022, the best year in the industry's history. Figures released Wednesday by the American Gaming Association, the gambling industry's national trade group, show that in-person gambling remains the bread-and-butter of the industry, accounting…

Industry ・ 27 February 2023

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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…

Winnings ・ 23 November 2022

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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…

Travel ・ 02 November 2022

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Bellagio, Aria and Atlantis Casino Reno lead Yahoo's top 10 casino ranking in the US

The newly released Yahoo list of "10 best casinos in the U.S. if you love to gamble" has put MGM's Bellagio Resort & Casino, Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas and Monarch's Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno atop the list, and a South Mississippi casino rounding out the Top 10. The fourth and fifth positions are taken by two leading Atlantic City…

Top and Best ・ 18 August 2022

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MGM’s Beau Rivage opens new exclusive zone for Aristocrat’s Buffalo-themed slot games

Aristocrat Gaming and MGM Resorts' Beau Rivage Resort & Casino have announced the opening of the Mississippi Gulf Coast's first " Buffalo Zone", as already anticipated in February. Located on the resort's casino floor at the base of the convention level escalators, the new 1500-square-foot'Buffalo Zone' is dedicated exclusively to Aristocrat's…

Strategy Guide ・ 31 May 2022

The Advocate

Casino business booms in 2021, but Louisiana lags behind

While 2021 set a national record for casino revenues, Louisiana's state-regulated gambling halls brought in less money last year than they did pre-pandemic. The 19 riverboats, racinos and Harrah's land-based casino brought in $2.38 billion during 2021, a 43.5% increase over the COVID-marred 2020, but down 3.2% from 2019. The decrease in revenue…

Industry ・ 19 May 2022

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MGM Resorts Expands Beau Rivage with Aristocrat's Buffalo Zone

Aristocrat and MGM Resorts International have reached an agreement on an exclusive relationship that will see the creation of a Buffalo Zone at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, which MGM Resorts International owns. The 1500-square-foot gaming parlor will be devoted to Aristocrat's Buffalo-themed slot machines, which will be exhibited and developed…

Travel ・ 09 May 2022

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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…

Covid ・ 30 January 2022

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Column: Heavy lifting now begins with Waukegan casino licensee named

Illinois gaming officials last week agreed with Elvis Presley in issuing the long-awaited casino license for Waukegan: "Viva Las Vegas, Viva Las Vegas." Much to the relief of city officials. The unanimous vote by the state Gaming Board handed Las Vegas-based Full House Resorts the license for its American Place casino on 28 acres of city-owned…

Covid ・ 14 December 2021

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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…

Covid ・ 06 October 2021

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Mississippi Casino reaches 100% COVID-19 vaccination rate among employees; Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort first in country to reach milestone with $500,000 effort

D'IBERVILLE, Miss., Sept. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As of Friday, August 27, all associates of Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort have had at least one shot of the COVID-19 vaccine. Scarlet Pearl is the first casino in the country to have 100% vaccination rate among all applicable employees and was able to do so through a concerted effort of…

Covid ・ 02 September 2021

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Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort Welcomes New Food & Beverage Leadership Team, 95 Years of Combined F&B Experience to Boost Award-Winning Outlets

D'IBERVILLE, Miss., Aug. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort proudly announces a new food and beverage leadership team to guide the award-winning restaurants and VIP experiences at the nationally recognized property. Industry veteran Ryan Hayes leads the team as Director of Food & Beverage along with four new managers…

Travel ・ 11 August 2021

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SALTER: State’s casinos showing record growth as pent-up demand drives overflow crowds

Below is an opinion column by Sid Salter: How ready were gamblers to return to Mississippi Gulf Coast casinos after COVID and the resulting shutdowns? Big time ready, it would seem. Back in 2007, as the Gulf Coast began to rebuild from Hurricane Katrina, one of the early signs of recovery was when the Coast casinos earned $124.7 million in the…

Lottery ・ 28 July 2021

New Orleans

Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort Announces Grand Opening of Orchid Room Sunday, Sept. 6 at 10 a.m.

D'Iberville, MS (press release) - Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort will open its new high-limit experience Orchid Room, Gaming Elevated on Sunday, Sept. 6 at 10 a.m. The new Orchid Room redefines high limit gaming with 8 blackjack and mini-baccarat table games, 53 slot and video poker machines, and a dedicated cashier and player services…

Travel ・ 04 February 2021

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On First Day Of New Live! Casino, Impact On SE PA Market Is A Question

Gamblers visiting four southeastern Pennsylvania casinos already leave behind well more than a billion dollars a year ordinarily at slots, blackjack, and other games, and the big question starting Tuesday afternoon is how they'll take to a fifth option - especially now in the COVID era. The Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia opens at 4 p.m. as the…

Sports ・ 19 January 2021