MGM Springfield Opening in Two Weeks
The arrival of the 600-pound golden MGM lion (l.) signaled the fact that the MGM Springfield will be opening August 24. The $960 million casino’s opening will be heralded by a huge parade on opening day, led by the Budweiser Clydesdales.
University to Buy Former Atlantic City CasinoUniversity to Buy Former Atlantic City Casino
Stockton University will seek to expand its growing presence in Atlantic City by buying the former Atlantic Club casino (l.) on the city’s Boardwalk. The purchase would include the casino’s current owners demolishing the casino tower on the site. The Atlantic Club was formerly the Golden Nugget, owned by Steve Wynn.
Florida Court Considers Greyhound Racing Ban
Amendment 13, which would ban greyhound racing in Florida after December 31, 2020, may not be allowed on the November 6 ballot. The state Supreme Court unanimously voted to consider whether the proposal’s title and summary would mislead voters, as a Tallahassee circuit judge recently ruled. Arguments are set for August 29.
Rhode Island Casino to Close Soon
The Newport Grand, which has operated a slots parlor in Rhode Island since 2008, will be closing at the end of August. The casino license is being transferred to the Tiverton Casino Hotel, which will open September 1.
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Caesars’ Atlantic City Casinos Add Sports Betting, Mississippi Is Next
Bally’s Atlantic City launched sports betting on July 30, and Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City began taking bets on August 1. In mid-August, Mississippi casinos Harrah’s Gulf Coast in Biloxi and Horseshoe Tunica will start taking bets on-site.
PartyPoker, PartyCasino Launch New Cash Back, Loyalty System
PartyPoker and PartyCasino are significant players in New Jersey’s iGaming market, but are sometimes overshadowed by their partnerships with BorgataCasino and BorgataPoker. The sites offer cash back, no minimum pay, tournament tickets and more.
Pennsylvania Operators Pony Up for iGaming Licenses
Saratoga and Arlington Park command center stage with million-dollar plus races in early August, while Mountaineer in West Virginia tosses in $500,000 and $200,000 races on one card.
Progressive Slots Are iGaming Standouts with Big Shared Jackpots
Place a bet on a progressive slot, and you’re taking a shot at the progressive jackpot that grows with each bet. The jackpot only grows a little with each bet, of course, but it adds up fast. Here’s a rundown of New Jersey’s top online progressive slots.
Sci Games Launches Monopoly Slot App
Scientific Games has launched a mobile slot machine app based on the classic Hasbro board game Monopoly, under a continuing agreement to produce Monopoly-branded games.
Washington Casino to Launch iGaming App this Fall
Muckleshoot Casino in Auburn, Washington, is launching a new online gambling app that players can access from anywhere, but they have to be on-site to purchase games or cash in their winnings. The app will be available this fall.
Pennsylvania Casino Prepares for iGaming
The owner of Parx Casino in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, which was the first to apply for a full online gaming license, is now making additions to its staff to handle the property’s online gaming and sports betting domains. Former San Manuel Interactive chief Matt Cullen (l.) has been named to lead the effort.
