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March 2, 2026
Casino City Times Weekly Newsletter
March 2, 2026 Latest From Our Strategy Experts | | Robison explains how unique progressive setups and "overlay symbols" can legally boost odds for players, clarifying that these mechanics differ from historical "near-miss" traps.
read more | | Featured StoryThe U.S. commercial gaming industry reached a record high in 2025, generating $78.72 billion in gross gaming revenue, a 9.2% increase over the previous year, according to the American Gaming Association.
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 | Sphere in Las Vegas has already welcomed some big-name performers, including Eagles, Kenny Chesney, and U2. Who will headline the next Sphere residency? Our video has some predictions.
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On 18 April, the Las Vegas resort will feature a one-night-only performance from Journey and will host Taste of Station, a poolside tasting.
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The operator has reached a definitive agreement to divest Sam's Town Hotel & Casino Shreveport to Bally's Corporation, with the deal expected to close in Q3 2026, pending regulatory approvals.
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New offerings include a collection of original food and beverage concepts, highlighted by the California resort's first rooftop restaurant, a sports bar, and a new 144,000-square-foot, fully non-smoking gaming floor.
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One jackpot was from a player on a Dragon Link Panda Magic slot, turning a $50 bet into $1.3 million, while the other was a $1 million win on Three Card Poker.
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The 23,000-square-foot venue in Kentucky features 225 historical racing machines, a retail sportsbook, simulcast wagering, and multiple food and beverage offerings.
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The property located at the Westmoreland Mall announced the opening of a new fast-casual Italian dining and market destination, Mangia featuring DeLallo.
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 | The app will bring sportsbook, predictions, casino and lottery into one experience through a single account and wallet, with access tailored to each jurisdiction.
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Fans can enjoy watch parties throughout the Strip and downtown, deals on food and beverage and live entertainment long after the final buzzer.
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A local sports bettor in Las Vegas, who originally signed up for the mobile app at Palms Casino Resort, turned a $275 wager on NBA and NHL games into a payday of $513,257.
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The New York Racing Association announced the stakes schedule for the 2026 summer meet at Saratoga Race Course opens 3 July and runs through Labor Day.
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Account holders in the Commonwealth wagered $687,946,666 and won $608,405,098 from those bets.
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The event tomorrow will feature former Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Deryk Engelland, followed by a VGK watch party inside the new sportsbook later that afternoon.
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 | On 22 February, a guest at the Connecticut casino was playing a Jackpot Buffalo slot in Casino of the Earth when a $5 spin hit the Mega Grand Jackpot.
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Last Saturday, the player at the Florida casino was on a Dragon Link slot machine when a $5 wager turned into $113,843.
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A California resident was playing Dragon Link Panda Magic on 16 February when a $50 bet turned into the life-changing jackpot win.
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 | Opening 6 March, the six-acre pool district at Fontainebleau Las Vegas features four bars, six pool experiences, poolside restaurant La Côte, a 2,300-square-foot gaming area, and a daylife destination LIV Beach.
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The restaurant helmed by Chef Grant Achatz will host a special anniversary collaboration with the Las Vegas Strip resort from 16 April to 31 May.
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Starting in December, the new seasonal Las Vegas-to-Sydney service will run through mid-March 2027 and save customers up to five hours in travel time by eliminating connections.
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 | From 26-29 March, the Connecticut casino will host the event that will feature a $150,000 guaranteed prize pool and a payout structure rewarding the top 12% of the field.
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 | The acclaimed actor, comedian, screenwriter and director is bringing his worldwide stand-up tour back to the Pennsylvania resort on 17 April.
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The eight-show Life Burns Faster residency in Las Vegas will take place on 1 and 3, 15 and 17, 22 and 24, and 29 and 31 October.
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Did You Know?
After 12 straight months of declining visitation in 2025, Las Vegas welcomed 3.3 million visitors in January, down 2.2% year over year, according to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority.
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- Rehauled POY race
- Opportunities for low-stakes
- High roller series remains in place
- Mystery bounties are popular
- Bracelet number has stabilized
- World Cup could affect Main Event
- GGPoker remains a silent partner
- WSOP+ app will make things easy
- WSOP remains a marathon
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