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Liz Benston Gaming Guru - Page 38Casinos Take Steps to Fight Addiction2 August 2005
In the nearly two years since major casinos nationwide adopted a policy implementing a number of problem gambling safeguards, two industry giants say they are in some cases going above and beyond responsible gambling rules adopted by certain states.
For years, Nevada casinos have been required by law to educate employees about how gambling can be potentially addictive. ... (read more)
Cannery Owner Looks to Expand2 August 2005
The company that owns the Cannery and operates the Rampart casino has found a new equity partner and is raising additional funds to pursue an aggressive growth strategy that could include opening new locals casinos in Las Vegas as well as properties in new and mature casino markets ... (read more)
Hard Rock Opts Out Of Tribal Deal to Focus on Las Vegas Project29 July 2005
The Hard Rock hotel and casino has severed ties with a California Indian tribe in order to focus its energies on building its $1 billion-plus condominium project and casino expansion in Las Vegas.
Early this year, Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Inc. obtained its first tribal management contract when ... (read more)
MGM Mirage To Spend 'Hundreds of Millions' on Property Upgrades28 July 2005
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- MGM Mirage executives said today the company will embark on an aggressive capital spending program to upgrade its newly purchased Mandalay Resort Group casinos by adding noncasino attractions such as restaurants, retail stores, lounges and entertainment venues as well as upgrading ... (read more)
Station Plans Residential High Rise in Summerlin28 July 2005
Station Casinos Inc. said today it intends to build a residential high rise on eight acres of land next to its Red Rock Resort in Summerlin.
The company, which didn't disclose a potential cost, said the tower will have up to 600 luxury units and will be built in partnership with Las Vegas high-rise ... (read more)
More Hotels Are Trying Fewer Sheet Changes: Policies at LV Properties Vary27 July 2005
While more hotel operators move toward a policy of changing sheets every other day for guests, some Las Vegas casinos -- among the world's largest hotels -- say they have no plans to change the way they serve guests.
Casino hotels around town have very different practices on sheet-changing.
MGM ... (read more)
For Coast, Practical Equals Palatable26 July 2005
As restaurants with pricey menus become ever bigger profit centers for casinos, the Coast Casinos chain is choosing to stick to a tried-and-true strategy at its upcoming South Coast resort that will instead emphasize value and comfort over glamour.
Christopher Johns, the executive chef at the ... (read more)
Tilly Plays Part in Poker's Popularity25 July 2005
For hours on end, the woman sitting near the poker pit at Binion's during the final day of the World Series of Poker tournament sat out of the limelight, willingly letting her boyfriend bask in its glow.
Wearing a tank top that read, "My boyfriend can kick your ass," actress Jennifer Tilly was ... (read more)
Regulators Eye Charity Event Sponsored By Online Casino22 July 2005
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LAS VEGAS -- This weekend, thousands of military troops stationed in Hawaii are expected to participate in a charity event involving a meet-and-greet with Hollywood stars and a concert by rapper Snoop Dogg.
The sponsor of the event, an Internet casino company called Bodog, is ... (read more)
Reno Plans, Vegas Power Drive Station Casinos Stock19 July 2005
Just when investors thought they knew all about the multitude of casinos locals powerhouse Station Casinos Inc. expects to build over the next decade, the company threw a curveball.
Station Casinos recently announced plans to build at least three casinos on more than 120 acres of land the company ... (read more)
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