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Benjamin Spillman Gaming Guru - Page 29NBA All-Star weekend: Spanning the globe12 February 2007
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- During nine seasons with the National Basketball Association's Dallas Mavericks, the long arms of German-born Dirk Nowitzki have blocked nearly 700 shots.
When the league's All-Star Game tips off in Las Vegas next Sunday, Munich, Germany-based consultant Keith Mangum is betting ... (read more)
Lady Luck remains shuttered8 February 2007
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- A hotel-casino that was supposed to become "the anchor of the downtown market" remains shuttered almost one year after its owners closed the property and displaced nearly 700 workers.
When the Lady Luck closed Feb. 12, 2006, its owners said renovations would be complete within nine to 12 months.
... (read more)
McCarran passenger traffic rises to 46.2 million in 20067 February 2007
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- A record 46.2 million people went through McCarran International Airport in 2006, airport officials said Tuesday.
The total is a 4.4 percent increase from 2005 and is expected to increase again in 2007 with new hotel rooms in Las Vegas and more locals flying in and out of the city. ... (read more)
Allegiant flying ever higher1 February 2007
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- Las Vegas-based Allegiant Travel Co. flew high into 2007 despite a hefty tax bill related to its recent stock offering.
The airline and travel company's profits increased to $8.7 million for 2006, up nearly 20 percent from 2005.
Operating revenue for the year was up almost 84 ... (read more)
Winter Las Vegas trade market: Market keeps on growing31 January 2007
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- The builders of the World Market Center in downtown Las Vegas on Monday announced two more steps toward completing the $3 billion furniture trade center.
The steel frame of the third phase of the eight-building project started rising Tuesday and construction on the fourth building ... (read more)
Expanding market29 January 2007
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- When an estimated 60,000 furniture buyers descend on the World Market Center on Monday, they'll find a lot more than bedding and chairs.
They'll also be welcomed by a futuristic, 16-story structure dedicated to displaying, buying and selling furniture.
The $345 million Building B ... (read more)
Hotel chain exec sees tourism, travel as foreign policy25 January 2007
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- Las Vegas casinos have long targeted big-spending foreign gamblers to help boost the bottom line.
Look for an even broader version of that strategy to emerge far off the Strip now that Loews Hotels owns a nongaming property at Lake Las Vegas.
Loews Chairman and Chief Executive ... (read more)
No glitz or glitter for Loews25 January 2007
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- Jonathan Tisch won't be putting his name on a massive hotel tower, isn't feuding with rival operators and plans to use subtle charm instead of slot machines to attract visitors.
Not the type of business titan one would expect to find eager to make a mark on Las Vegas ... (read more)
Wynn dealers talking union23 January 2007
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- A dispute over the biggest tips in Las Vegas could prompt card dealers to take a step toward unionizing by the end of the week.
On Friday, union organizers will start a card-signing effort at Wynn Las Vegas, home to some of the most sought-after dealing jobs in the gambling ... (read more)
Travel and Tourism: Leaders of the packed22 January 2007
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- People like Barry Manilow, Penn & Teller and Pete "Big Elvis" Vallee make visiting Las Vegas a memorable experience.
People like baggage handler Tony Pelham make sure visitors take home more than just memories.
Pelham is one link in the chain of people, conveyors, carousels, carts, ... (read more)
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