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Richard N. Velotta Gaming Guru - Page 24McCarran January Traffic Jumps1 March 2005
Passenger traffic counts got off to a strong start in 2005 with a 9.8 percent increase in the number of passengers served at McCarran International Airport over last year.
Airport officials reported 3.3 million passengers used the airport in January, a month during which New Year's Eve revelers, ... (read more)
Golden Nugget Pays $30,000 Fine25 February 2005
LAS VEGAS -- Executives of the downtown Golden Nugget resort paid a $30,000 fine Thursday, wrapping up a state complaint that addressed sports book wagering irregularities and an incident in which a Nugget executive misdealt cards at a blackjack table during a celebrity event.
The three-count complaint was filed last month by the state Gaming Control Board. ... (read more)
Low-Fare Carrier Song to Add Transcontinental Flights22 February 2005
Delta Air Lines' discount subsidiary Song made a big splash in Las Vegas when the lime green-scripted Boeing 757 jets first rolled into McCarran International Airport in July 2003.
Song was Delta's entry in the low-cost carrier arena and Las Vegas represented the prototypical destination for the fledgling airline.
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Aristocrat Enjoys Record Earnings22 February 2005
The Australian parent company of Las Vegas-based Aristocrat Technologies Inc. reported record revenue and earnings for 2004, company executives said in a conference call today.
Aristocrat Leisure Ltd. also forecasts continued growth thanks to its improved market share position in Macau.
"Our ... (read more)
Control Board Meetings on MGM, Mandalay Buyout Set16 February 2005
Nevada's gaming regulators have set special meetings to consider the combination of MGM Mirage and the Mandalay Resort Group, an indication that federal regulators are close to reaching a decision on the $7.9 billion deal.
Regulators posted meeting notices for the state Gaming Control Board for 10 a.m., Tuesday, and for the Nevada Gaming Commission on Feb. ... (read more)
Golden Nugget's Poster Deals, Property Accepts $30,000 Fine9 February 2005
Executives of downtown's Golden Nugget casino have settled a three-count complaint filed last month by the state Gaming Control Board and would pay a $30,000 fine under a proposed settlement agreement.
The Golden Nugget made headlines last week when it was announced that it was being purchased for $295 million by the Landry's Restaurants Inc. ... (read more)
Clayton To Recuse Himself From Megamerger Debate9 February 2005
NEVADA -- Mark Clayton's greatest strength as the state's newest gaming regulator may be his ability to analyze complex securities issues.
"His background will make him a huge asset of the board," said state Gaming Control Board Chairman Dennis Neilander. "He's cutting edge in the industry for ... (read more)
Tourists Budgeting More for Gambling Trips9 February 2005
LAS VEGAS -- Las Vegas visitors spent less time on the casino floor, but budgeted more money to gamble in 2004, a year-end report by Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority analysts said.
Kevin Bagger, director of Internet marketing and research for the LVCVA, told the board of directors ... (read more)
Wynn Ad A Prelude To Resort's April Opening8 February 2005
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Yes, Steve Wynn really was on top of his Wynn Las Vegas hotel when the resort's new television commercial was filmed.
"630 feet in the air," Wynn said with a laugh Monday afternoon as he described the elaborate measures taken to secure him to the top of his new hotel tower as a ... (read more)
Big Game Hunting7 February 2005
Bob Ameral was so excited about watching the Super Bowl in a casino Sunday that he got to the tiny sports book at the Cannery 2 1/2 hours before kickoff to get the best seat.
"I've waited for this all year," said Ameral, who moved to Las Vegas with his wife, Judy, from the San Francisco Bay Area in ... (read more)
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