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Casino Dealer School Opens Near Atlantic City as Industry Seeks Skilled Workers
A casino dealer school where future table game croupiers can hone their craft has opened just outside of Atlantic City in Pleasantville, NJ. In response to most of its classes moving online, the T. Byrd Center, an education and career-advancement training facility,...
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Undergoing $100M Renovation
Big changes are in store for the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. One of the largest convention facilities in the United States -- Mandalay Bay, operated by MGM Resorts -- is set for a $100 million renovation. In announcing the project today, MGM...
Parx Casino Sues Pennsylvania Skill Gaming Company, Alleges Machines Illegal
Parx Casino is the richest gaming property in Pennsylvania. But the Bensalem venue believes it would be generating more revenue if it weren't for unregulated skill gaming machines operating throughout the Commonwealth. Georgia-based Pace-O-Matic (POM) and its Pennsylvania subsidiary, Miele Amusements, are...
Atlantic City-Based Smoke-Free Casino Group Taking Campaign Nationwide
The smoke-free casino group that originated in Atlantic City says it's taking its fight nationwide. The group, "Casino Employees Against Smoking's Effects (CEASE)," made the announcement at this week's Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas. CEASE was formed after New Jersey...
2024 Odds Present Attractive Long Shots, Says Political Betting Insider
The 2024 odds currently suggest a three-horse presidential race between sitting President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump, and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R). But Matthew Shaddick, head of political markets for Smarkets, says some current long shots could present considerable value...
Maryland Sports Betting Commission Publishes Scolding Public Comments
The Maryland sports betting agency tasked with determining the licensing process and governing regulations for expanded gaming has taken another step. It has unveiled the public remarks it fielded during its comment period that concluded on September 26. Much of the public input...
Ohio State Consensus National Championship Favorite Ahead of Busy Week 7
Six weeks into the college football season, Ohio State has emerged as the consensus favorite to win the 2022 College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship. Though the SEC holds four of the top 10 spots in the Associated Press Top 25, it's...
Oklahoma Casino Implements Gun Detection Software to Thwart Threats
An Oklahoma tribal casino has contracted an artificial intelligence (AI) software company that promises to be able to more quickly pinpoint a potential shooter. The River Spirit Casino in Tulsa is teaming up with ZeroEyes, an AI software company that produces camera...
Caesars Entertainment Reveals Diversity Hiring Progress
Caesars Entertainment is moving towards achieving its minority and racial/ethnic hiring goals targeted for implementation by 2025. That's the claim the casino company's latest "Corporate Social Responsibility" report shows. Caesars is one of the world's largest casino operators. The Las Vegas-based gaming...
Penn Entertainment Bringing Hollywood Casino Riverboats Ashore in Illinois
Penn Entertainment is bringing its Hollywood Casino riverboats in Illinois inland. It's part of an $850 million investment spree from the Pennsylvania-headquartered casino operator. Penn, formerly Penn National Gaming until the organization's rebranding earlier this year, plans to move its Hollywood riverboats...
