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Gaming News Archives - Page 4632Horn Recovering 'Nicely' After Tiger Attack8 October 2003
News Brief: Illusionist Roy Horn is communicating with doctors and recovering ‘nicely,’ though he remains in critical condition after a tiger attack during a performance, his neurosurgeon said today.
Pennsylvania Gambling Expansion Meets Opposition8 October 2003
News Brief: Pennsylvania’s People Against the Race Track has invited churches to take part in a anti-casino rally.
Economic Impact: Mirage to Take Big Hit8 October 2003
The closing of one of the Strip's biggest shows after Friday's tiger mauling of Siegfried & Roy star Roy Horn is the second big hit absorbed by The Mirage this year.
Bettors Predict Schwarzenegger Will Win Easily8 October 2003
If you believe the betting public, body-builder-turned-action-hero-turned-politician Arnold Schwarzenegger is pretty much a shoo-in to replace Gray Davis as California governor in today's recall election.
Nevada Casinos Follow California Election Closely7 October 2003
Nevada gaming companies will be watching the California election tonight with more than a passing interest, and they won't all be rooting for the same candidate, gaming experts say.
Promotions Battle Grows Amongst Tribal Casinos7 October 2003
News Brief: There's a growing battle among New Mexico’s Indian casinos. Some are gobbling up billboard space as fast as it becomes available.
UK Minister Criticizes Online Gambling7 October 2003
International News Brief: UK Minister for Gambling Andrew McIntosh has found himself at odds with new forms of internet-based gambling.
Florida County Decides on Pari-mutuel Wagering7 October 2003
News Brief: Hamilton County's future could be decided by today's referendum on pari-mutuel wagering.
MTR to be Reviewed7 October 2003
News Brief: M.T.R Gaming Group is scheduled to have its operations reviewed Wednesday by Nevada gambling authorities.
FBI Questions Slots Figures, Maryland Lawmakers7 October 2003
News Brief: Federal investigators have interviewed top Maryland lawmakers, lobbyists and members of the state's racing industry as part of a preliminary inquiry into political fundraising by Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller Jr.
West Virginia Lottery Sales Up7 October 2003
News Brief: The West Virginia Lottery had the second-biggest percent increase in sales in the country last year, according to a lottery trade journal.
Casino Employees Working for Tips7 October 2003
News Brief: From the valet who parks cars to the coat check attendant and the beverage server who brings free drinks, many casino employees are working for tips.
Marmora Bank Robbed, Suspect Arrested in Casino7 October 2003
News Brief: A joint investigation of the Monday morning robbery of the Cape Savings Bank in Marmora led to the arrest of a suspect who police said might be connected to other robberies in the area.
Africans Increasingly Take to Gambling7 October 2003
ews Brief: With betting restrictions eased in some nations and with foreign investors and corporations beginning to capitalize on Africa's gambling market, more and more Africans are regarding the good life as just one scratch card, sports bet or roulette spin away.
Harrah's Testing Flights7 October 2003
News Brief: Harrah's will test the market for flights from Williams Gateway Airport to its casino in Reno and Lake Tahoe.
New Highway may Boost Town's Economy7 October 2003
News Brief: Construction began Friday on a $42.5 million highway from Interstate 70 to Central City, Colorado, where community leaders hope the quicker, easier access will bolster gambling and other business.
Harrah's Plans to Stay the Course7 October 2003
News Brief: Casino owner Jack Binion was in Hammond last week, as part of a transition involving the $1.45 billion deal by Harrah's Entertainment Inc. to acquire Horseshoe Casino ventures in Indiana, Mississippi and Louisiana.
Hotel Owner Promotes Gambling in Kansas7 October 2003
News Brief: A Wichita hotel owner says casino gambling downtown would turn the local economy around like nothing else can.
Station Bond Deal Delayed7 October 2003
Station Casinos Inc. has terminated a tender offer for $199.9 million in company bonds due in 2008.
County Might Grant Casinos Exemptions7 October 2003
News Brief: Eye-catching water attractions are essential to the Strip's allure, and keeping them flowing is vital to Las Vegas' tourist-driven economy, even in the face of a five-year drought, Clark County officials said Monday.
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