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Gaming News Archives - Page 4683Longtime MGM Executive Fred Benninger, 86, Dies2 March 2004
Fred Benninger, who with longtime friend and business partner Kirk Kerkorian developed notable Nevada resorts including the International and a pair of MGM Grand properties, died Sunday at his Las Vegas home.
Iowa Lawmakers Want Racetrack Deal in Writing2 March 2004
News Brief: Now that a wide-ranging gambling bill has passed the House, lawmakers are looking to formalize the deal they have with racetracks.
Macau Collects Record Gambling Revenues2 March 2004
International News Brief: The Macau government collected a record 10.17 billion patacas in casino gross-revenue tax last year, an increase of 33 per cent on 2002.
UK Official Seeks Consensus2 March 2004
International News Brief: The UK culture secretary is moving towards a consensus with peers and MPs over the need to provide stronger protection of vulnerable groups when the government publishes its bill to relax the laws on gambling.
Ameristar Amends Credit Facilities to Reduce Pricing2 March 2004
Ameristar Casinos, Inc. reports that it has amended its senior credit facilities, effective March 1, 2004.
Monarch Casino & Resort Refinances Debt2 March 2004
Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. has refinanced its reducing revolving term loan credit facility that was scheduled to mature on June 30, 2004.
Archon Reports Restated Year End Results2 March 2004
Archon reports a restated net loss applicable to common shares of $9.4 million, or $1.51 per common share, as compared to net loss applicable to common shares of $9.2 million, or $1.50 per common share, in fiscal 2002.
Why We Don't Go to the Erewhon Any More, Just So's You Know2 March 2004
US Justices Reject Appeal in Indian Gambling Cases1 March 2004
News Brief: The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday let stand rulings that allow American Indian tribal casinos to install electronic gaming devices that are similar to slot machines, driving up shares of the device makers.
Scotland Plans for Super Casino1 March 2004
International News Brief: “Plans are under way to build a super-casino in Scotland to rival some of the biggest and best gambling dens in Las Vegas.
Issue of Gambling Not Going Away1 March 2004
News Brief: Milton McGregor, the dog track owner who wants to expand gambling in Alabama, hasn't been roaming the hallways at the State House during the opening weeks of this year's legislative session.
Computer Glitches Delays Greektown Payouts1 March 2004
News Brief: Irate Greektown jackpot winners had to wait for up to three hours to be paid die to malfunctioning slots.
Buffalo Partnership Opposes Downtown Casino1 March 2004
News Brief: Buffalo's largest business advocacy group is 'staunchly opposed' to the construction of a casino by the Seneca Nation of Indians in downtown Buffalo.
SunCruz Bidder: Money is Coming1 March 2004
News Brief: One of two groups competing to purchase the assets of bankrupt SunCruz Casinos says it will have the funding in time to buy the company for $7.1 million more than the current bidder.
Monopoly, Battleship Lottery Games Planned1 March 2004
Lottery giant GTECH Holdings Corp. plans to distribute lottery products featuring the Monopoly and Battleship games.
Caesars Offers Shopping Promo1 March 2004
News Brief: Beginning Monday, players at Bally's, Caesars and Hilton can redeem their frequent-gambler points for gift cards that can be used at any Macy's department store.
Blackjack Games Popular with Players1 March 2004
News Brief: Several South Mississippi casinos have introduced a variety of blackjack that gives the house a greatly increased edge and causes gamblers to win less money. Despite the odds, the games are popular with gamblers.
Hawaii Religious Leaders Voice Opinions1 March 2004
News Brief: Interfaith Alliance of Hawaii has not wasted any time to voice their positions on gambling and other issues.
Iowa Tribe to Expand Casino Resort1 March 2004
News Brief: Meskwaki leaders have announced a $100 million plan to more than double the size of the Meskwaki Bingo-Casino-Hotel and add 400 jobs.
Gambling Lobbyist Earns More than $1 Million Annually1 March 2004
The top lobbyist for Nevada casinos in Washington receives an annual compensation package of more than $1 million, according to a new survey.
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