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New $200 Million Casino To Open In Las Vegas29 August 2000LAS VEGAS , NEVADA—Aug. 29, 2000—As reported by The Associated Press: “The Suncoast hotel-casino, the newest resort in Las Vegas, will open its doors Sept. 12 in the city's northwest. ”Company officials originally said the $200 million casino that will target residents could open as soon as Friday. ”…Once fire inspectors give clearance, the Mediterranean-themed Suncoast will open with 2,100 slot and video machines, 48 table games, a 16-theater movie complex, a bingo parlor, a bowling alley and four restaurants. The average rate for the 200-room hotel will be $65. ”David Ross, vice president and general manager, told state gaming commissioners earlier this month that he hopes to draw 85 to 90 percent of its business from residents. ”Ross said at the time he is hoping to compete with Station Casinos' neighborhood gambling properties. In addition Suncoast wants to attract seniors from a nearby masterplanned community…" |