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Gaming News Archives - Page 3159Wynn Las Vegas sweepstakes winner named5 March 2008
Perfect Escapes report that Ms. Melissa Dickinson of San Clemente, California, is
the grand prize winner of the Perfect Escapes "Weekend at the Wynn Las
Vegas" Sweepstakes
Report: Mount Airy Casino has most diverse workforce5 March 2008
Mount Airy Casino
Resort has the most diverse workforce of any casino in Pennsylvania
according to a study on diversity released by the Pennsylvania Gaming
Control Board.
World Series of Golf returns5 March 2008
Described as the most
innovative golf event since the Skins Game, the World Series of Golf, returns to Las Vegas May 12 - 15.
National Problem Gambling Awareness Week declared5 March 2008
The National Council on Problem
Gambling and the Council on Compulsive Gambling of Pennsylvania to
proclaim March 9-15, 2008, National Problem Gambling Awareness Week.
IGT, Cyberview Technology in merger talks5 March 2008
International
Game Technology and Cyberview Technology, Inc. report that they are engaged in preliminary discussions regarding
IGT's potential acquisition of Cyberview.
Lightning Poker files lawsuit against PokerTek5 March 2008
Lightning Poker, Inc. reports that it has filed a
patent infringement lawsuit against PokerTek, Inc.
WSOP pre-registration opens5 March 2008
Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. said
today pre-registration for the 2008 World Series of Poker Presented by
Milwaukee's Best Light is now open.
Youbet.com renews Virginia license application5 March 2008
Youbet.com, Inc. has reached an agreement in principle with Colonial Downs, L.P., the Virginia Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association, the Virginia Racing Commission, and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Isle of Capri reports results, names new CEO5 March 2008
Isle of Capri Casinos, Inc. reports financial results for Q3 and announced that Jim Perry will become the Company's Chief Executive Officer on
March 10, replacing Bernard Goldstein in that position.
Heartland Poker Tour is flush with success5 March 2008
John G. Brokopp: Two enterprising poker fans, Todd Anderson and Greg Lang, realized the need for a top class tour for average people who hold down regular jobs and enjoy putting their poker skills to the test under tournament conditions.
Massachusetts casino job numbers disputed4 March 2008
News Brief: Governor Deval Patrick, House Speaker Sal DiMasi and Suffok Downs chairman Bill Mulrow got in a three-way fight yesterday over how many construction jobs would be created by building three resort casinos in Massachusetts.
Kansas Lottery wants contract deadline extension4 March 2008
News Brief: The Kansas Lottery plans to ask Gov. Kathleen Sebelius to extend its casino contract deadlines by 60 days.
New Jersey tracks get $90 million from casinos4 March 2008
News Brief: Atlantic City's casinos will spend $90 million underwriting horse-racing purses and supporting horse-breeding programs over the next three years, according to the New Jersey governor's Office.
Grim finances push Florida gambling proposal4 March 2008
News Brief: Grim state finances could create a golden opportunity for pro-gaming lawmakers hoping to gain ground in a state once known as an anti-gambling stronghold.
Phones light up for MGM Grand at Foxwoods4 March 2008
News Brief: With the phone lines open and the Web site ready, nearly 200 people Monday reserved rooms at MGM Grand at Foxwoods, which is scheduled to open in mid-May.
Illinois business group supports bingo agreement4 March 2008
News Brief: The Shabbona Business Association support the DeKalb County Board's recently approval of an agreement with the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation to build a 24-hour bingo facility in Shabbona, Illinois.
Debate over New York gambling revenue4 March 2008
News Brief: A share of slot machine revenue from the Hogansburg casino has been a boon for St. Lawrence County, New York, but legislators don't agree on how to spend it.
California tribe behind on payments4 March 2008
News Brief: The Santa Ysabel tribe is more than $400,000 behind on impact fees to the county for its casino near Julian and also owes an undisclosed amount in overdue payments to the California.
Oklahoma collects millions from tribal gaming4 March 2008
News Brief: Oklahoma received $70.4 million in 2007 from Indian gambling compacts or 'exclusivity fees,' state records show.
TimelessPoker.com joins Everleaf Gaming4 March 2008
TimelessPoker.com joins Everleaf Gaming Ltd Network and launches new affiliate program offering 50% revenue share for life time.
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