New Orleans gambling halls see increased winnings in January
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New Orleans' gambling halls had a 19.1% hike in revenue in January compared to the year before, with every one of the area's properties posting a year-to-year increase in business.
The three riverboats, Harrah's land-based casino and the slot machines at the Fair Grounds brought in $43.9 million in January, according to figures released last week by the Louisiana Gaming Control Board. That compares to $36.8 million in winnings during January 2021.
Treasure Chest was the big winner. The Kenner casino brought in $8.2 million in January, 23.7% more than the $6.6 million it won in January 2021.
Winnings at Louisiana’s state-regulated casinos were up 7.8% in January compared to the year before. The 13 riverboat casinos, four racinos and Harrah’s brought in $188.2 million during the month, compared to $174.6 million in January 2021.
