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Gaming News Archives - Page 4491New Hampshire Track Plans Abandoned6 October 2004
News Brief: Winners Circle Development Ventures have abandoned the possibility of bringing Thoroughbred racing to Nashua, New Hampshire.
Seabiscuit, Smarty Jones Credited for Arizona Track Success6 October 2004
News Brief: The lingering popularity of the film ‘Seabiscuit’ and dual classic winner Smarty Jones as well as a concerted effort by tracks to reach a broader audience has helped spark Arizona’s racetracks to their best fiscal numbers in five years.
Dunbar Council Restricts Video Lottery Parlors6 October 2004
The Dunbar City Council has adopted zoning regulations that ban video lottery parlors from all areas except the central business district.
Aztar Releases Update on Tropicana Resort6 October 2004
Aztar Corporation has provided an update on the status of the expansion construction project at its Tropicana Casino and Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Playboy Reaches Licensing Agreement with Palms6 October 2004
News Brief: In a marriage made in sin, Hugh Hefner is coming to Las Vegas, where he'll have a vertical version of his Playboy mansion.
Mohawks Complete Land Deal6 October 2004
News Brief: Mohawk tribal leaders met with Governor George Pataki to complete a proposed land claim settlement important to a plan to create a casino in the Catskills.
Study: Two Casino Options for Victoria6 October 2004
News Brief: A market study of gaming opportunities identifies two options for bringing a casino to Victoria, British Columbia, including one that would see View Royal's casino closed to make way for a larger and more profitable casino on the downtown waterfront.
Tribal Group Accuses Pawlenty of Inflating Casino Numbers6 October 2004
A group representing American Indian bands that run casinos in Minnesota accused Gov. Tim Pawlenty on Tuesday of distorting gambling revenue to increase pressure on them to share profits with the state.
California Tribe Makes Second Casino Revenue Payment6 October 2004
News Brief: A $3.5 million check made out to Yolo County, California, was handed over by the Rumsey Band of Wintun Indians Tuesday.
Michigan Casino Initiative Coalition Grows6 October 2004
The coalition working to pass Proposal 1 on the Nov. 2 ballot has now grown to include more than 25,000 Michigan organizations and citizens.
Strike Targets Harrah's Atlantic City6 October 2004
News Brief: Shortly after 8 in the morning, the shrill sound of whistles and the dull thumping of sticks beating against plastic drums pierced the air as strikers staged a protest at the front entrance of Harrah’s Atlantic City.
Poll: Majority Supports Michigan Casino Proposal6 October 2004
News Brief: One month before the November election, supporters of a controversial Michigan casino ballot proposal are leading by a 2-1 margin, according to a recent newspaper poll.
New Seneca Leadership will Face Casino Issue6 October 2004
News Brief: The Seneca Nation of Indians will elect a new president later this fall, but its feelings about putting a casino in downtown Buffalo remain the same.
Florida Casino Boat Ordered Closed6 October 2004
News Brief: Mayport-based La Cruise Casino has been ordered to close operations and move the boat from U.S. waters after the Coast Guard said it found ongoing safety problems with the 215-foot vessel.
Study: Gambling Hurting the Weakest6 October 2004
News Brief: Gambling in Nova Scotia is threatening the security of low-income earners, the less educated and seniors and is draining money from charities, a new study shows.
Nebraska City Officials Worried About Expanded Gambling6 October 2004
News Brief: La Vista officials expressed fear that expanded gambling could jeopardize continued success of their keno parlor.
Schwarzenegger Campaigns Against Gambling Propositions6 October 2004
News Brief: Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today begins a vigorous four-week campaign to oust incumbent Democrats from the Legislature and defeat two propositions that would significantly expand gambling in California.
South Carolina Judge Rules Casino Boat Ban Unconstitutional6 October 2004
News Brief: Georgetown County lost the first round in its fight against casino boats this week after a circuit judge said a local ban placed on the vessels was unconstitutional.
Youbet.com Offers $9.5 Million for American Wagering6 October 2004
Youbet.com, Inc. is seeking approval to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of American Wagering, Inc. for $9.5 million, approximately half in cash and half in Youbet common stock.
Caesars Atlantic Offers 'Once in a Lifetime' Event Package6 October 2004
Caesars Atlantic City will offer one special guest a "Once in a Lifetime" opportunity to participate in a private event with Muhammad Ali in support of the Muhammad Ali Foundation/Charities.
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