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Gaming News Archives - Page 5055Programmer Remembers First Lottery Computer20 May 2002
News Brief: People sometimes ask John Holder for tips on playing the state lottery. After all, he designed the computer system for Michigan's first lottery.
Alabama Boosts Georgia Lottery Sales20 May 2002
News Brief: Alabamians spent at least $98.55 million on Georgia lottery tickets in 2001, according to estimates from that state’s lottery officials.
Mississippi Casinos Post Best April Ever20 May 2002
News Brief: Mississippi casinos had their best April ever last month, earning $234.3 million, some $13 million more than in April 2001.
Black Hawk, Colorado's April Gaming Results Increased 14.7%20 May 2002
Nevada Gold & Casinos, Inc. announced the Black Hawk gaming market grew 14.7% in April 2002 to $43.9 million compared to $38.2 million in April 2001.
Global Entertainment Reports Q1 Revenue Growth20 May 2002
Global Entertainment announced Q1 results with revenue growth of 30% driven by its online gaming software subsidiary, Interactive Gaming & Wagering, compared to Q1 2001.
Wisconsin Casino Managers' Licenses in Limbo20 May 2002
News Brief: Four managers from Oneida Bingo & Casino who were suspended last fall apparently over their role in an unannounced trip to a secure area of the casino will learn next month whether they will receive their gaming licenses back.
Canadian Lottery Proposed to Fund Olympics20 May 2002
Canadians across the country could potentially help cover the cost of staging the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver and Whistler with a little good-natured gambling.
Texas Judge Rules Tribe Can Resume Limited Gaming20 May 2002
News Brief: A judge has cleared the way for the Tigua Indians to offer certain types of gambling.
Kansas Bill on Slots Fizzles20 May 2002
News Brief: Kansas plan for slots at tracks loses steam and remained stuck in committee when legislators adjourned the longest session in Kansas history on its 106th day.
New York Budget Targets Gamblers, Smokers20 May 2002
News Brief: Facing a pressing need for cash, state government is turning to tried and true sources of revenue: gamblers and smokers.
Illinois Judge Allows Lawsuit on Casino Law20 May 2002
News Brief: A judge ruled that a taxpayer represented by the Better Government Association could file a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the state law that allows a riverboat casino in Rosemont, Illinois.
York, Maine, Residents Reject Casino Proposal20 May 2002
News Brief: York, Maine, residents soundly rejected the idea of legalized casino gambling in a nonbinding referendum held during the weekend.
New Jersey Governor to Talk About Atlantic City's Future20 May 2002
News Brief: In his first major address here as governor, James E. McGreevey will be in the crosshairs of steely-eyed casino executives opposed to his proposed sales tax on complimentary hotel rooms and meals.
Niagara Falls, Buffalo Ready for Next Step20 May 2002
News Brief: Local officials are wrestling with questions in the wake of the Seneca Nation of Indians approving in a May 14 referendum a proposal that will help clear the way for casino gaming in Buffalo and Niagara Falls.
NYRA Franchise Extension Approved17 May 2002
News Brief: A deal to extend the New York Racing Association's franchise to run three tracks in the state was approved May 16 by the Senate and Assembly as part of a state budget package. NYRA must have VLTs in operation at Aqueduct by April 1, 2003.
Nevada May Change 'Post Time' Bets for Horse Races17 May 2002
News Brief: The Nevada Gaming Commission is considering changing how `post times’ for horse races are regulated in casino race and sports books.
Hooligans' Banned from World Cup17 May 2002
International News Brief: More than 1,000 alleged English football hooligans, described as hard-core by police, have been banned from attending the World Cup.
California's Smallest Casino Ready to Open17 May 2002
News Brief: The La Jolla Indian band has big hopes riding on California's smallest casino. The North County tribe's 30-machine slot arcade is scheduled to open 8 a.m. Tuesday.
Cactus Petes Resort Casino Presented with AAA Four Diamond Award17 May 2002
For the 10th consecutive year, the American Automobile Association has awarded Cactus Petes Resort Casino the prestigious Four Diamond Award.
Virtual Las Vegas Style Treatment at Sunny Casinos17 May 2002
Sunny Casinos have pooled all their customers’ suggestions and ideas to make the online gaming experience at Casino Fortune, Mapau and Miami Beach an unforgettable one.
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