Article Archives for 2007-11-06

Beginning Nov. 14, Maryhill will be hosting a series of day retreats led by Catholic authors.

Ameristar Casinos 3rd-Quarter Profit Falls on Weak Demand and Construction at Some Sites

LAS VEGAS (AP) - Hotel and casino operator Ameristar Casinos Inc. said Monday its third-quarter profit fell 5.2 percent because of weak demand and disruptions at some of its properties.

Two Suspects Charged in Shooting at Biloxi Casino

Two suspects have now been officially charged in the shooting of a Hot Springs man last month. On Tuesday, October 30, Capital Murder warrants were issued for Weldon Leagea and Chana Wells.

As sales of ATVs rise, so do accidents

RENO, Nev. (AP) - Injuries and deaths from accidents involving all-terrain vehicles continue to rise each year, and a significant number involve youth, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Election lessons on gambling and family

Before you go to the polls it's good to glean as many facts as you can about the issues and the candidates. Here are some gleanings that provide electoral lessons.

Mudslinging Ends Tuesday When Mississippi Voters Go To Polls

We're about to find out who did a better job showcasing their platforms to Mississippi voters. WLOX News will follow 78 races Tuesday night -- everything from the Choctaw casino referendum, to the gubernatorial election.

'Grab-and-run' robber sentenced

A man who pleaded no contest to a grab-and-run casino robbery was sentenced Monday in District Court.

IBF Purse Bids Canceled!

The IBF purse bid scheduled for November 6 for the IBF jr. middleweight mandatory between Cory Spinks and Verno Phillips has been canceled.

Goulet to be honored on marquees of Las Vegas Strip casino-hotels

Associated Press - November 5, 2007 5:04 PM ET LAS VEGAS (AP) - Robert Goulet will again be featured on Las Vegas Strip marquees. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority is...

Crunch Wraps Up Five-Game Road Trip

The Crunch finished up a five-game road trip Saturday as they fell to the Binghamton Senators, 4-3. It was the seventh game in nine nights for Syracuse. The Crunch picked up four out of a possible ten points on the week-long excursion, going 2-3-0-0.

Bookies fear cup bloodbath

Bookmakers around the nation are bracing for a betting “bloodbath” if firming favourite Master O’Reilly wins today’s $5.1 million Emirates Melbourne Cup (3200m) at Flemington.

Gateway Casinos Income Fund Announces October and Stub Distribution

BURNABY, BRITISH COLUMBIA-- - Gateway Casinos Income Fund is pleased to announce a cash distribution of $0.02823 per unit for the period of October 25 to October 31, 2007. This distribution, with the $0.9677 per unit stub distribution for the period of October 1 to October 24, 2007 paid on October 29, 2007, brings our total distribution for the month of October to our normal monthly amount of ...

Monday November 05, 2007 - 16:59 EST

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- Investors on Friday continued to pummel shares of Las Vegas Sands Corp. a day after the company announced a quarterly net loss.

Accused "Waddling Bandit" gets court date

A retired millionaire teacher from Tillamook is accused of robbing banks in Eugene and other Oregon cities.

RAGE Domainer Tracks Multiple Domains

RAGE Software announced on Monday the immediate availability of RAGE Domainer for website owners, marketers and investos to track and manage their domain names

Cameron Diaz, Ashton Kutcher film movie at Oheka Castle

Cameron Diaz and Ashton Kutcher recently stayed for a week at Oheka Castle in Huntington -- the newly restored Gold Coast estate of financier Otto Hermann Kahn turned catering and events hall -- to film the upcoming movie "What Happens in Vegas ...

Man Arrested for Robbing Waco Bingo Hall

Jeffrey Allen Pickens, 32, is charged with robbery and bodily injury. Pickens is accused of robbing the Redman Bingo Hall of October 26th.

Choctaw Indians Seek to Expand

Choctaw seeking to expand into Jackson County.

Pair charged in Arkansas businessman's death

Police have charged two suspects in the murder of Arkansas businessman Jim Johnson, who was found gunned down in his hotel room at the Isle of Capri Casino on Oct. 18.

Wichita council to vote on arena neighborhood plan

The Wichita City Council on Tuesday finally could put a wrap on the downtown arena neighborhood revitalization plan.

MGM Executive Exercises Options

The executive vice president, general counsel and secretary of casino operator MGM Mirage exercised options for 50,000 shares of common stock, according to Securities and Exchange Commission filings Friday.

Ameristar Reports Third Quarter Results

Ameristar Casinos, Inc. today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007.

Labor pledges $5m cash for Casino

A LABOR plan to pump $5 million into two Casino infrastructure projects would be a major boost to the town s economic and social future, Mayor Charlie Cox says.

BLUTIGEROO OUR LOCAL CUP HOPEFUL

BALLINA trainer Jerome Hunter will be looking on with envy when Blutigeroo runs in the $5 million Emirates Melbourne Cup (3200m) at Flemington this afternoon.

Early NCAAB lines even playing field for bettors, books

Sportsbooks and their customers aren’t usually on par when it comes to gambling. Oddsmakers usually hold an edge over the bettors when it comes to pointspreads and moneylines. But with NCAA basketball beginning this week, the early-season lines c...

BORNSTEIN: Theater company aims for balance

Changing the sign over the building is the least of what Steve Tangedal has in mind. It's also the easiest.

Jindal trumped for nation’s first Indian-American governor status

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana Gov.-elect Bobby Jindal can claim many distinctions, but despite many reports to the contrary, he can’t claim the title of the country’s first Indian-American governor.

Original member of Mississippi Gaming Commission dead at 86

Robert Engram, one of the three original members of the Mississippi Gaming Commission and a former commander at the Naval Construction Battalion Center, has died. He was 86.

Fitch Rates Polk County, Iowa's $30.4MM GOs 'AA+'

CHICAGO----Fitch assigns an 'AA+' rating to Polk County, Iowa's approximately $2,695,000 general obligation bonds, series 2007A and approximately $27,715,000 GO refunding bonds, series 2007B.

Nailers Weekly

November 2, 2007 - The Wheeling Nailers won their second consecutive game by beating the Trenton Devils by a score of 5-3 Friday night. Wheeling jumped out to a 3-0 lead 25 seconds into the second period only to see it disappear with 14:14 remaining in the third.

NSW to cut costs for small bars

New South Wales Premier Morris Iemma says the Government has decided to make major changes to the state's liquor laws in response to a shift in community attitudes towards drinking.

WPT Enterprises, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2007 Financial Results

LOS ANGELES----WPT Enterprises, Inc. today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007. Business highlights for the quarter and through the date of this release include the delivery of three episodes of Season V of the World Poker Tour® television series, progress in the online gaming business and hiring two key executives, Andy Goetsch, Executive Vice President ...

WMS Reports 46% Increase in Earnings Per Share to $0.19 on 20% Revenue Growth to $132.5 Million for Fiscal 2008 First ...

WAUKEGAN, Ill.----WMS Industries Inc. , a leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of gaming machines to the global gaming industry, today reported fiscal 2008 first quarter results.

Monday November 05, 2007 - 15:44 EST

It's easily obtainable, whether you're at a casino or bar or need to pick some up on the way to a friend's house for a card party, and there's a vast variety to choose from.

Civic Groups Sue Over Philly Casino Sites

Several Philadelphia neighborhood civic groups are suing state gambling regulators over their approval of two casinos.

Greektown Casino and All In Magazine Host Benefit for Share A Smile

Greektown Casino and All In magazine have teamed up to host a benefit for Share A Smile, a Troy-based charity. The benefit - the inaugural Motown Showdown Charity Fall Classic Poker Tournament - is slated for Tuesday, Nov. 13 at Greektown Casino.

Neighborhood civic groups sue over Philly casino sites

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Several Philadelphia neighborhood civic groups are suing state gambling regulators over their approval of 2 casinos. The plaintiffs fear the casinos will bring traffic congestion, crime and other problems to their neighborhoods.

Cruise Crunch Hits Port Everglades

The South Florida cruise industry has been hit with some rough waves over the last few years, and one port in particular is treading water.

American Gangster Defies PreRelease Doom

Number 1 at the box office.

Thanksgiving in New Mexico

Thanksgiving in New Mexico means the smell of roasting chilies and pinon wood, a river of lights in Albuquerque, and the start of ski season.

Soldiers’ stockings stuffed with care at Naples event

There was a personal touch to each of the nearly 1,000 stockings stuffed for the troops on Monday night in Naples.

Recap of top stories for the week of Oct 29th

Contact Music reports: Linda Stein, the former manager of The Ramones and real estate agent to the stars, has been murdered in her New York home. Stein was found dead in the kitchen of her Manhattan apartment on Tuesday night (30Oct07). She was 62.

Former Macao official on trial over $100 m kickbacks

A former senior official went on trial Monday charged with taking $100 million in kickbacks in the gambling resort of Macao, where analysts warned organized crime was once again taking root.

Farewell to Michael Boogerd - Part 1

Farewell to Michael Boogerd - Part 1 Michael Boogerd hangs up his wheels at his farewell race in Valkenburg. Photo Journal of the race and part one of a salute to Boogie.

Barela-Perez for WBC youth belt

This Saturday's "Night of Destiny" card at the Sky Ute Casino in Ignacio, Colo., has been finalized.

All About Eve Is All About Brilliant Bitchiness!

DVD Tuesday: Fasten your seat belts — All About Eve elevates backbiting, betrayal and world-class bitchiness to an art form!

Phoenix Craftsman Truck entry list

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Casino Execs Fight Ballot Initiative

Several casino executives are calling on Governor Jim Gibbons to drop his no new taxes pledge and balance the budget.

Pittsfield, Chicopee, Worcester to weigh in on casinos

CHICOPEE, Mass. (AP) — Voters in three Massachusetts cities will have an opportunity to weigh in on casino gambling when they go to the polls. Chicopee, Worcester and Pittsfield have nonbinding referendums on their ballots tomorrow.

Singaporeans expect quick riches from gambling at new casinos

Singapore - With two casino resorts set to open in Singapore, more people are seeing gambling as a way to get rich quick, two surveys revealed on Tuesday. Fewer people regard gambling as leading to family breakups. ...

Monday November 05, 2007 - 18:59 EST

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND, Canada -- As reported by the CBC: "Some high school students in Atlantic Canada are getting a lesson on the dangers of gambling addiction from the Atlantic Lottery Corporation.

Canadians Don't Just Fight Well On Skates

TOP TRAINER SAYS: "The chances are that a Canadian fighter will be recognized is soon. It's coming."

Bute to defend on Feb. 29, title bouts await Lontchi, Ross, Alcine, Ngoudjo

A date of Feb. 29 was set for Lucian Bute's first defence of his IBF super-middleweight title, but the name of his challenger is still to be determined, promoter InterBox announced Monday.

Earnings roundup: Bradesco, Burger King

(AP) - Among the earnings stories for Monday, Nov. 5, from AP Financial News: SAO PAULO, Brazil (AP) -- Profit at Bradesco, Brazil's largest private-sector bank, rose 19 percent in the third quarter, boosted by a big increase in its loan portfolio amid strong consumer demand, the company said Monday.

Casinos bounce back in Biloxi building boom

The casino floors are full, and construction is on the rise, but there's a dilemma amid the economic revival in the storm-battered Gulf Coast city of Biloxi, Miss. Should casinos and the condominium projects they draw be allowed to sprawl across the city? Or should city leaders and residents rein in the development surge?

STOMP OUT LOUD to Perform on Latin Grammy Awards Nov. 8

The cast of STOMP OUT LOUD will perform on the 8th Annual Latin Grammy Awards, which is set to air Nov. 8.

Ameristar Casinos Lowers 2007 Guidance

Ameristar Casinos Inc. lowered its earnings forecast for the year to include costs for two casino hotels. The company now expects yearly earnings of $1.19 to $1.22 per share, down from its prior forecast of $1.25 to $1.29 per share.

Cruise business rocky at Fla. port

The cruise business has hit some rough waters in south Florida, as land-based casinos and a loss in the Caribbean's luster have hurt the industry.

Groups sue over Philly casinos

Several neighborhood civic groups sued state gambling regulators today over their approval of two Philadelphia casinos.

Survivor Describes I-95 Crash

A survivor of the Interstate 95 crash that left three people dead tells Eyewitness News from her hospital bed Monday that she's thankful to be alive.

Diamond status for eight hotels, restaurants

The Automobile Club of Southern California doled out eight of 10 AAA four diamond awards for 2008 to Palm Springs area hotels and restaurants.

NEW SOUTH WALES TO REVAMP LIQUOR LAWS

Regulations / Law Small bars in NSW will be allowed to serve alcohol without food, and liquor licences will cost less under a radical shake-up of the state's liquor laws to be announced today.

Monday November 05, 2007 - 17:59 EST

Developer Triple Five, best known for its Mall of America near Minneapolis and the world's largest mall in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, has plunked down $180 million for a piece of the Strip that was home to the historic La Concha Motel.

Groups Sue Over Placement Of Philly Casino Sites

Several neighborhood civic groups sued state gambling regulators Monday over their approval of two Philadelphia casinos.

Wednesday at 10pm: Lead discovered in popular casino chips

The popularity of casinos and card games has exploded. The ABC15 Investigators discovered one of the most popular brands of poker chips - used in casinos like the MGM Grand, Bally's, Mandalay Bay, The Venetian and Caesar's Palace - contains lead.

Cameron Diaz, Ashton Kutcher film movie in Huntington

Public face of RIPEC is retiring

PROVIDENCE — Gary S. Sasse, who for 30 years has been the public face of the Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council and an influential voice at the State House in fashioning state tax and spending policies, is retiring, RIPEC president Ronald K. Machtley announced yesterday.

Langley going to the slots

A second casino proposed for the Langley regional town centre would give the surrounding four-kilometre area the largest concentration of slot machines in B.C.

Casino Crooks Busted

(Tunica County, MS 11/05/2007) The Tunica County Sheriff's Department has busted up a car-burglary ring. They took three suspects into custody late Monday night.

With Brothel Plans Delayed, a Madame Does Laundry

Her plans for a new brothel stymied, Heidi Fleiss is making due by overseeing a small coin-operated laundry some 60 miles west of Las Vegas.

Counties claim Oneidas owe $50 Million

Leaders in Madison and Oneida counties believe they should be able to seize land from the Oneida Indian Nation due to unpaid property taxes. Tuesday, lawyers from both counties will be in New York City to argue a two-year-old ruling that says counties can't seize land because it's sovereign territory. News 10 now's Jim McCann has more.

Audit confirms integrity of casino system

An independent audit has confirmed that there is no evidence of money being skimmed or misappropriated from Christchurch Casino’s gaming machines, Internal Affairs Minister, Rick Barker, said today.

Macao: Ex-Official Goes on Trial

The former transport and public works minister went on trial, accused of taking $100 million in kickbacks from developers.

Podcast - Mac Geek Gab #126: Torrents, Automounting, Keychain Migration, and Leopard Nitty Gritty

Dave shares a tip for getting your keychain up to date if you've upgraded your Mac over the years. Dave and John talk more about Leopard's details, and also answer some of your questions and share your tips about torrent speeds, auto-mounting, waking remote Macs and UNIX

Accused 'Waddling Bandit' Freed From Jail

EUGENE, Ore. -- A Tillamook retiree accused of stealing almost $10,000 from an Oregon bank last month has been freed pending trial.

Three Arrested For Car Break-ins Outside Tunica Casinos

Monday afternoon, November 5, 2007, a security guard at the Grand Casino says he caught three people breaking into cars.

ISAF Awards Six Inductees for Inaugural ISAF Sailing Hall of Fame

Tonight in Estoril, Portugal, the International Sailing Federation announced Paul ELVSTRÖM, Sir Robin KNOX-JOHNSON, Dame Ellen MACARTHUR, Olin STEPHENS, Barbara KENDALL and Éric TABARLY as the first six inductees for the ISAF Sailing Hall of Fame.

Former President Clinton strikes back over driver's license issue

LAS VEGAS (AP) - Former President Bill Clinton struck back Monday at Republican pundits for criticizing his wife for her stance on driver's licenses for illegal immigrants, comparing the attacks to the swiftboat ads that helped sink John Kerry's run at the White House.

See the Tulalips' luxe new hotel

TULALIP -- A nondescript trailer outside the Tulalip Resort Casino holds some intriguing contents: A foot-for-foot replica of a luxury hotel room. Walking through the trailer's door, a visitor ends up in an area mimicking a hotel hallway.

Paul Tassi: Losing my (and your) religion

Guess what Hollywood's latest controversy is? No, it's not a starlet found shooting up heroin between her toes. No, it's not an Englishman playing Superman in the "Justice League" movie. It's about armored polar bears. That's right - in one corner we have "The Golden Compass," a movie based on a book series by notable atheist Philip Pullman, and in the other "The Chronicles of Narnia" by C.

KHQ Producer Cam: La Cage Follies

Go behind the scenes of La Cage Follies a full-scale show featuring top female impersonators doing the famous superstars, complete with spectacular production numbers.

DVD Pick of the Week: Ratatouille

This week's pick is also one of the best films of 2007. Welcome back, once again, to your one place for finding my thoughts on the weekly crop of DVD releases. I pour over the new-release list hunting for the select titles worthy of being mentioned in my weekly column. Carefully perusing the weekly offerings so you don't have to. Plus, in addition to the list you will get personal thoughts ...

New owners confident in Resorts turnaround

The new owners of Resorts East Chicago said Monday they plan a quick turnaround of the casino to the Ameristar brand.

Where to vote: Polling places for today's elections

Polling places for today’s election will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Bolton: (1) Town Hall, Town Board meeting room; (2) Town Hall, courtroom. Chester: (1, 2, 3) Town of Chester Municipal Center auditorium, Route 9, Chestertown.

DUTCH EXPERTS TRAIN CEBU CONSULTANTS ON EXPORT MARKETING M'MENT

Publishing Dutch experts are training around 38 top consultants from the Mactan Export Processing Zone Chamber of Exporters and Manufacturers (Mepzcem), furniture and fashion accessory industries and some individual proprietors on export marketing management.

Gaming still a priority for UG lobbyists

Every fall, Unified Government officials lay out a comprehensive legislative agenda - a list of issues they want to pursue with state legislators and federal lawmakers.

Richard Terselic Rolling the dice

I am not a fan of games of chance, and you're not likely to find me at a casino or buying lottery or scratch-off tickets. However, as a careful consumer I am willing to take risks in search of the best value or return.

Herbst Gaming Reports Third Quarter Earnings

Herbst Gaming, Inc. and Subsidiaries today announced the results of their operations for the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2007.

It's decision time

Less competition in races at the top of the ticket will mean a smaller turnout than in the last statewide election, Secretary of State Eric Clark predicted Monday.

The International School of Hospitality Announces Seminar on "Going Green in the Hospitality Industry"

Las Vegas, NV | The International School of Hospitality (TISOH) announced a special seminar on environmental concerns in the hospitality industry, to be held at the school's new facility at 3614 E. Sunset Road, at 6 pm on Monday, November 19th. The seminar is an integral part of the regular curriculum for the wedding, special events, and meeting planning students. But because of the urgency and ...

BEST OF THE BAY: The Area's Best Signature Event

ALBUM REVIEW: At end of the tunnel

As the music business continues its downward spiral in 2007 sales, a light at the end of the tunnel may have finally been discovered in Jimmy Eat World's latest release, "Chase This Light." The power-pop pioneer from Tempe, Ariz., that is Jimmy Eat World has returned to the "emo-rock" roots that solidified its name in the music scene on 2001's self-titled release, also known as "Bleed American.

Philippines: 2 New Impeach Cases Filed Against Philippine President

MANILA, PHILIPPINES: In a move admittedly more “symbolic” than legal, groups seeking to oust President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo Monday (5 Nov) filed two impeachment cases, one of which sought to add muscle to the purportedly “sham” complaint initiated by lawyer Roel Pulido.

5th November 2007

In a report on the current writers strike in the USA, Deadline Hollywood has revealed pay details on the script Paul Haggis turned in for Bond 22 . According to the site, "Paul Haggis walking the picket line during the morning shift at Sony, the studio that's paying him $4+ million (rumoured near $5 mil) for the new Bond script.

Lotteries and Casinos in the Horizon of Arkansas?

Little Rock - Most states surrounding Arkansas have some form of Lottery or casino. Some Arkansans may be asking why the natural state hasn't followed suit?

Needed: One lucky winner / Politicians vie for cushy job as Mifal Hapayis chairman

Billions of shekels at your disposal and a seven-year term assured combine to make the position of the Payis lottery chairman one of the most lucrative in the market. No other job transforms its ruler into master of the kingdom and dispenser of funds at his discretion like the Payis chair.

Holy Name places first overall at middle school academic meet

Holy Name School placed first overall in a Henderson Middle School Academic Meet held Oct. 23 at that same school. North Middle School placed second and South Middle School placed third overall.

Big & Rich needed more bang in their country ying-yang

Big & Rich are -- how shall I put this? -- the most unusual duo in the history of country music. Their albums are a swirling, intoxicating blend of country, rock, gospel, pop and rap. Their concerts are like a collision between a circus and a freak show. But their career has been a roller coaster. After playing to more than 14,000 at Xcel Energy Center in November 2005, Big & Rich returned ...

YOUR VIEW: Middleboro squandered its chance to cooperate

I've heard a lot of reasons why Middleboro does or doesn't deserve to be a part of the 18-town Regional Task Force on Casino Impacts. The task force is expected to vote this week on whether to allow Middleboro a seat at the table.

The stench coming out of Macau

A spectacular corruption trial is unfolding in the gambling enclave of Macau this week. Prosecutors say a sacked official who approved land sales to developers pocketed a cool $100 million over seven years.This is a big sum even for Macau, which last year surpassed the Las Vegas Strip in gambling revenues.

Authority may dole out casino cash

EASTON | Northampton County's General Purpose Authority could dole out gambling revenue earmarked for municipalities adjacent to Bethlehem's Sands BethWorks casino complex.

Mayor rejects casino design

Unless changes are made soon, the Ravenstahl administration will urge the planning commission to reject the proposed design of the North Shore casino and the massive parking garage to be built ...

Tuesday November 06, 2007 - 00:14 EST

When we talk "volatility" in casino games, we're often talking about electronic games. Reel-spinning slot machines concentrate more of their returns in fewer big wins than video slot machines, which bring more frequent small wins. The reel-spinners are more volatile.

Officials seek man, 47, who fled custody

The Norfolk County Sheriff's Office and various South Shore police departments were searching last night for a fugitive who escaped custody about 5 p.m. after being charged in Quincy District Court with a third shoplifting offense, said David Weber, spokesman for the sheriff's office. A shackled Sean M. Ciulla, 47, slipped from police while being led from the courthouse to ...

Williams-Rogerson team take Cup spoils

It was the sort of win the real Howard-Costello team would long for. Eccentric trainer Graeme Rogerson described himself as the Howard to multi-millionaire Lloyd Williams' Costello after the unlikely pair teamed to win the Melbourne Cup with Efficient.

Ratterman only started rebound

NEWPORT - Many think that George Ratterman's dramatic election to sheriff in 1961 marked the beginning of the end for illegal gambling and organized crime in Newport.

Local boxer/kick boxer is also very cagey

Nov. 6 (UNION-TRIBUNE): Mixed martial arts suit K.J. Noons. No one involved in combat has ambitions as mixed as his. A boxer and a kick boxer as well as an MMA fighter, Noons, based at Mark Dion's City Boxing gym in Pacific Beach, goes for a 160-pound championship in the Elite XC phase of MMA in Corpus Christi, Texas, Saturday.

Boxing notebook

Nov. 6 (UNION-TRIBUNE): A fight being postponed generally serves to lessen interest in it. For Fernando Vargas and Ricardo Mayorga, having their bout delayed seemingly has stimulated its attraction.

Brothel plans on hold, the 'Hollywood Madam' does laundry

Heidi Fleiss, whose prostitution ring in Los Angeles once serviced the stars, now runs a laundry business but has plans to set up shop legally in Nevada.

Man, woman arrested in bogus $100 bill case

BULLHEAD CITY - A man and a woman were arrested on forgery charges Saturday after police allegedly found paper cutters and sheets of copied $100 bills inside their River Valley Suites motel room.

Guitarist shares love of blues with Green Bay Lombardi Middle School students

Nearly 400 Lombardi Middle School students were happy to have the blues Monday as musician Joe Bonamassa shared his music and his story.

Struggling teens hurt by Star Jones' no-show

Rush & Molloy: The bottom line in the latest Star Jones mess is that teenage girls struggling with their weight and self-esteem say they were hurt by Jones' no-show.

Roping in a win

When Mandan's Dale Little Soldier was a young boy, his father, Nathan, told him to focus his rodeo energy on roping.

Quabbin Resort future unclear

BELCHERTOWN - Important decisions face the Economic Development Industrial Corp. when it meets tomorrow for the first time since announcing the chosen developer for the former Belchertown State School bounced a $100,000 deposit check.

No races for post of mayor at polls

Voters in Chicopee and Holyoke head to the polls today to decide Board of Aldermen, City Council and School Committee races and to voice their opinion on non-binding ballot questions.

Harrah's Reopens 501 Vegas Hotel Rooms Post-inspections | usatoday.com

LAS VEGAS (AP) | Casino operator Harrah's Entertainment Inc. has reopened 501 guest rooms at its Harrah's Las Vegas property that had been taken off-line to complete overdue inspections by county officials, the company said. Those rooms were pulled from service due to remodeling that had been performed without permits or inspections. The rooms were out of service for 25 days.

Racino plan dominates voting today

AUGUSTA (AP) - State election officials hope for a 30 percent turnout on Tuesday when Mainers vote on racino gambling and other questions. While the prospect of wet weather could drag the numbers down, new get-out-the-vote policies could nudge numbers up.

Illinois woman's indecent acts at casino land her in jail 8 days

GARY -- Rubashuana Ford testified she was too drunk to remember what she did at the Majestic Star Casino in August, but denied exposing her breasts and other indecent acts at a gambling table.

WMS posts record earnings

WMS Industries Inc. reported record first-quarter 2008 earnings Monday, a 20 percent increase year over year. Riding the wave of casino growth, the Waukegan-based designer, manufacturer and marketer of gaming machines said it shipped 4,894 new units, led by a 19 percent rise in international sales, while net income rose 56 percent to $11.1 million, or 19 cents a share.

Pack football notes: Nevada ready to catch up on some rest

Nick Fuhr has big plans Saturday and Sunday.

Diamonds in the desert

Eight Coachella Valley hotels and restaurants earned the 2008 AAA Four Diamond Award, the Automobile Club of Southern California announced Monday.

Neighborhood organizations sue over Philadelphia casinos

PHILADELPHIA -- Several neighborhood civic groups sued state gambling regulators Monday over their approval of two Philadelphia casinos. The plaintiffs fear the casinos will bring traffic congestion, pollution, increased crime and other problems to their neighborhoods.

Wagers remain in slump

Gambling at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs was down for the second week in a row.

Board approves funds

The St. Landry Parish School Board intends to spend $180,000 to provide supplies for career and technical education in the parish's seven high schools and three career centers.

Slots casino built on site of legendary resort hotel

MOUNT POCONO, Pa. - Pennsylvania has its first freestanding slots casino in the heart of the tourist-friendly Pocono Mountains.

How to Hire Entertainment for your Corporate Holiday Party

National corporate entertainer reveals the simple steps to hiring great entertainment for your corporate holiday party. Follow these guidelines and feel confident and secure that you will have an outstanding corporate event. (PRWeb Nov 6, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/U3VtbS1aZXRhLU1hZ24tWmV0YS1UaGlyLVplcm8=

Dan Gross | Neil Stein back in action?

PEOPLE WERE wondering why they kept seeing Neil Stein east of Broad Street. We may have the answer. The restaurateur-turned-federal-inmate-turned-free-man is working with Morris House Hotel (225 S. 8th) owners Michael DiPaolo and Gene LeFevre in bringing a restaurant to their hotel where M recently closed.

Mellencamp at the ACC Feb. 6

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Man accused of being the 'Waddling Bandit' freed from jail

A Tillamook retiree accused of stealing almost $10,000 from an Oregon bank last month has been freed pending trial.

John Robert Powers Modeling and Acting School Students Take Top Awards at iPOP! Las Vegas Convention

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Foes of Phila. casinos turn to federal court

Repeatedly rebuffed in the Pennsylvania courts, neighbors of two casinos planned for Philadelphia's waterfront are seeking federal help to block the projects. A collection of neighborhood organizations, led by the Society Hill Civic Association, yesterday announced a lawsuit in U.S. District Court seeking to prevent the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board from issuing permanent licenses to ...

Nutter left out of casino confab

Mayor Street and Gov. Rendell met three weeks ago with the owners of SugarHouse, a proposed casino that can't start construction because zoning approval is stalled in City Council.

CASINOS SUED

Four civic associations and 10 neighbors of two proposed riverfront casinos filed suit in federal court on Friday, asking a judge to stop the developments.

[Campus] Poker craze officially hits U with birth of new student group

In the past few years, escalating poker popularity has made names like Phil Hellmuth and Chris Moneymaker as common as baseball legends in some households. The game escaped the confines of mere casino play, and made its way...

Board to consider casino plan

The first of three major casino resort projects expected to open by 2012 will be presented to the city planning board Wednesday for preliminary site plan approval.

Planned casinos would create 17,000 jobs

Revel Entertainment's mammoth casino hotel would employ between 5,000 and 6,000 upon its projected 2012 opening.

Ed Anderson's column "Tee to Green": El Rancho Chico holds four-man zone qualifying tournament

The team of Dan Caviness, Randall Caviness, Ken Landis and Rudy Melashenko will represent the El Rancho Chico (Bidwell) Men's Golf Club in the NCGA 4-Man North Zone Tournament in Monterey next spring.

Bank robbery suspects arrested

The woman believed to be responsible for two bank robberies in Napa last month is behind bars, along with the man police say is her accomplice.

A whopper of a phone bill

A 32-year-old Helena man pleaded guilty Monday to stealing a woman’s credit card number while working at a local fast-food restaurant and then using the account to make calls to phone sex lines from work.

DVDs released this week

A weekly listing of new DVDs.

Tribe gets warnings of booze checks

BELLINGHAM — The Nooksack Indian Tribe gets 24 hours’ notice when state liquor agents are headed to the tribe’s Nooksack River Casino for undercover liquor-law enforcement.

Berkshire County voters head to the polls

The polls are open across the state. Voters will decide who win in the rematch for Pittsfield mayor. Voters in Pittsfield will also cast their vote on allowing legalized casino gambling.

HSC Unveils Purify Email Spam Filter

Hendrickson Software Components announced the immediate availability of Purify 1.0 on Tuesday. Purify is an application that filters, traces, and reports spam email messages

2 charged in casino murder of Ark. businessman

Associated Press - November 6, 2007 8:24 AM ET BILOXI, Miss. (AP) - Biloxi police have charged two people with capital murder in the shooting death of an Arkansas businessman at the Isle of...

Two Charged In Mississippi Casino Murder

Biloxi police have charged two people with capital murder in the shooting death of an Arkansas businessman at the Isle of Capri casino.

Great Wolf Resorts Reports Third Quarter 2007 Results

Great Wolf Resorts, Inc. , North America's leading family of indoor waterpark resorts, today reported results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007.

Mellanox to Host Event on High-Performance I/O at SC07; Andy Bechtolsheim to Keynote

SANTA CLARA, Calif. & YOKNEAM, Israel----Mellanox™ Technologies, Ltd. , a leading supplier of semiconductor-based, server and storage interconnect products, today announced that it will host an evening event that focuses on the impact I/O innovations have made in dramatically accelerating the introduction of new galactic discoveries and life-saving medicines in addition to improving severe ...

U of M murder suspects in court

Three men charged with killing a University of Memphis football player are expected in court Tuesday.

98-Foot Wide 3D Lenticular Mural by Big3D Is Largest Ever

LAS VEGAS----The Guinness Book of World Records® certified a 98-feet long by 13-feet tall lenticular mural by Big3D to be the largest lenticular mural ever.

Larc and ECHO Host Casino Night

After three years away, the Casino Night fundraiser at Belmont Country Club is back. The event will be held Saturday, Nov. 10, beginning at 7 p.m., and is hosted by and will raise money for The Arc of Loudoun (Larc) and Every Citizen Has Opportunities (ECHO).

Pinnacle Entertainment Reports Third Quarter 2007 Results

Pinnacle Entertainment, Inc. today reported financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2007.

Kate Hudson to reunite with Owen Wilson?

Folks close to Kate Hudson recently broke up with Dax Shepherd because she thinks there might be a chance to reunite with ex-boyfriend Owen Wilson.

Molitor in demand

Fashung 3K Battery from Thailand (left) challenged Mississauga's Steve Molitor for the IBF super featherweight championship - and lost. Now, unbeaten Olivier Lontchi says he wants s shot at the champ.

3 Towns To Vote On Casino Gambling

Voters in three Massachusetts communities will go to the polls Tuesday with gambling on their minds.

Genting reports S$800m cost overrun for Sentosa IR project

GENTING International said on Tuesday the estimated cost of building its casino resort on Singapore's Sentosa Island has soared by S$800 million due partly to higher construction expenses.

Mayor opposes Pittsburgh casino design plans

Design plans for Pittsburgh's proposed slot machine casino have a new enemy - Mayor Luke Ravenstahl.

Falls Council backs construction of new airport terminal building

NIAGARA FALLS — The City Council drew up a lastminute resolution Monday night to support a $27.5 million project to build a new terminal at Niagara Falls International Airport, despite a request to take a second look at the facility’s size.

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Transitional Housing BARN Inc. to host annual Festival of Trees

The ninth annual Festival of Trees will be conducted on Nov. 17 at Westfields Marriott to benefit Transitional Housing BARN Inc., Bristow. BARN provides homeless women and children temporary housing, supportive services and programs such as counseling, life skills, case management, financial management, child development and education. During its 10 years, BARN has helped 116 women and 227 ...

ATLANTIC CITY: Proposal for new casino seeks key approval

ATLANTIC CITY -- The first of three major casino resort projects expected to open by 2012 will be presented to the city planning board Wednesday for preliminary site plan approval.

The new British invasion

By JOANNE WEINTRAUB Hugh Laurie wields a mean electric guitar, has one of prime time's best scowls and plays an American doctor with enough artistry to have picked up a pair of Emmy nominations, a couple of Golden Globes and a Screen Actors Guild award. It wasn't so long ago that someone like the Cambridge-educated Laurie -- if he appeared on a series like Fox's House at all -- would play, ...

Scientific Games signs three-year racebook deal

Log in to remember this page. Email this Scientific Games' subsidiary Autotote Enterprises has signed a three-year deal to supply the Oneida Tribe with race book venue management services at the Oneida Bingo & Casino Resort in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Financial terms of the deal were not released.

Injunction set for Castlebar casino

AN APPLICATION for an interlocutory injunction for the closure of a casino in Castlebar has been adjourned to this week. Castlebar Town Council made the application at Castlebar Circuit Court for the mandatory injunction against Niall Mulholland who runs the casino at McHale Retail Park, Castlebar.

Mainers Head To Polls To Vote On Slot Machines, Term Limits

It's Election Day, and Mainers are going to the polls to vote on slot machines, term limits, bond issues and local elections.

Pileup's Sole Uninjured Survivor Is Philosophical About His Luck

— The police officer who drove John Hampton home from the scene of Friday's crash told him, “Buy a lottery ticket today. You're lucky.”

Suit Filed Over Philly Casinos

Philadelphia (AP) — Several neighborhood civic groups sued state gambling regulators Monday over their approval of two Philadelphia casinos.

Girl, 11, Among 3 Youths Charged In Thefts, Car Chase

None of three young suspects is old enough to legally drive in New Jersey, but authorities say that didn't stop them from getting around in a stolen car.

Firm's private; invention's alive

As founder and chairman of Cook Group Inc., Bill Cook leads the world's largest privately held medical device company.

Progressive Gaming and Derek Webb Settle All Outstanding Litigation

LAS VEGAS----Progressive Gaming International Corporation, , announced today it has entered into a settlement agreement with Derek Webb and Prime Table Games concerning all outstanding litigation in the Derek Webb, et al v.

LifeAgent Update Adds Leopard Support, More

Memeo announced the immediate availability of an updated version of LifeAgent on Tuesday with support for Mac OS X 10.5. The new version of the content management and data backup application also added support for backing up data to older AFP network drives, and support for backing up to iDisk for .Mac users

New Zealand connections put on style for big race

A New Zealander caused the first big upset on Melbourne Cup day by taking out the top prize in the fashion stakes.

Dixmoor woman's act at casino lands her in jail 8 days

GARY - Rubashuana Ford testified she was too drunk to remember what she did at the Majestic Star Casino in August, but denied exposing her breasts and other indecent acts at a gambling table.

Kentucky Central Insurance: Latest Ethics Issue in Gov.'s Race

Kentucky's race for governor between Democrat Steve Beshear and Gov. Ernie Fletcher looked like it would focus on the ethics of the Republican incumbent, who spent much of his first term battling a hi

Horse Racing: Efficient stuns internationals at Melbourne Cup

MELBOURNE : Locally-trained four-year-old Efficient stormed up the last straight on Tuesday to win Australia's biggest horse race, the US$4.7 million Melbourne Cup, stunning international competitors.

PRSA-Las Vegas Valley Chapter Announces Winners in 11th Annual Pinnacle Awards Competition

LAS VEGAS----From an outstanding field of nearly 80 entries, MassMedia Public Relations and UNLV Office of Information Technology won Best of Show honors in the Public Relations Society of America-Las Vegas Valley Chapter's 11th annual Pinnacle Awards.

Nation, counties in court today

VERONA (AP) - Lawyers for two upstate New York counties will argue Tuesday before a federal appeals court that the counties should be able to seize land from the Oneida Indian Nation if the tribe doesn't pay its property taxes.

Two charged in casino murder of Ark. businessman

Biloxi police have charged two people with capital murder in the shooting death of an Arkansas businessman at the Isle of Capri casino.

North Shore Casino Design Could Be Rejected

Rejecting the proposed design of the North Shore casino? According to the Post Gazette, Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl is expected to urge the planning commission to do just that if he wins Tuesday night's election.

Feds set Nov. 15 deadline for state to strike deal with Seminoles on casino gambling

TALLAHASSEE — The federal government told Gov. Charlie Crist that it will take steps to allow expanded gambling in Seminole Indian casinos if he doesn’t reach an agreement with the tribe by Nov. 15.

CORR (EL CAJON) - Douglas Motorsports Finals Report

Douglas Wins Round 12 & Takes Second Place in the PRO-4 Championship Douglas Motorsports headed to Las Vegas, looking to take the $66,000 Baldwin Cup as well as the PRO-4 points championship home to California.

Voters in 3 Massachusetts cities to vote on casino gambling

Voters in three Massachusetts cities are weighing in on casino gambling. Chicopee, Worcester and Pittsfield have nonbinding referendums on their ballots. Chicopee and Worcester residents are being asked if they would support casinos in their communities, while the ballot question in Pittsfield asks if voters support legalized casino gambling in the state.

Tablet Mac Rumors Surface Again

Rumors of a tablet-based Mac have been around for years, but those wishful dreams nay have taken an interesting turn now that Apple contract manufacturer Asus is in on the game. Apparently, Asus representatives have said that the company is working with Apple on designs for what it called a "tablet PC."

Mignon's recognized for its wine

BILOXI — Mignon's Steaks & Seafood restaurant at Palace Casino Resort has again been selected as one of the nation's most wine-friendly restaurants by Wine Enthusiast magazine.

Admin lawmakers vow to kill impeach raps v. Arroyo

THE chairman of the House justice committee admitted that there is no reason for congressmen under the majority coalition to allow the impeachment complaint against President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to prosper.

Tuesday November 06, 2007 - 10:59 EST

Dear Mark: Often you, as well as other gaming writers and newspaper articles related to casino gambling, freely use gambling terms, and do so without including a definition.

On the comeback trailPotawatomi reservation gaining new homes, roads, community centers

FULTON -- The Pine Creek Indian Reservation, home to the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi, is a different place than it was when Cheryl Morseau-Williams grew up there.

Great Wolf profits top analysts' consensus

Great Wolf Resorts Inc. reported a decline in third-quarter earnings, but results for the indoor water park resort operator still topped the expectations of analysts. (WOLF)

Massachusetts, Maine voters get a say on casino issue (10:19 a.m.)

Voters heading to the polls today in three Massachusetts cities and in Maine will be asked to give their opinion on expanded gaming, writes blogger Steve DeCosta.

Newland, Builder of Trump Panama Resort, to Offer Dollar Bonds

Nov. 6 (Bloomberg) -- Newland International Properties Corp., a real estate developer created to build a Trump Ocean Club International Hotel & Tower resort in Panama, plans to offer $220 million in secured notes as early as this week, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.

Two Charged In Casino Murder Of Arkansas Man

Police in Biloxi, Mississippi, have charged two people with capital murder in the shooting death of an Arkansas businessman at the Isle of Capri casino.

'Irreplaceable': Pulido impeach complaint can’t be replaced, amended, supplemented

The first is irreplaceable. Thus stressed House Secretary General Roberto Nazareno in rejecting two supplemental impeachment complaints against President Arroyo yesterday.

Sun Int has 'satisfactory' results

South African hotels and resorts group Sun International on Tuesday reported satisfactory results in the quarter ended September, with overall revenue growth of 13 percent to R1.8-billion from R1.6-billion last year.

Liquor Law Shake-Up to Hit Australia

Small bars in New South Wales (NSW) will be allowed to serve alcohol without food, and liquor licences will cost less under a radical shake-up of the state's liquor laws to be announced on Tuesday.

POKER'S ICONOCLAST

Any professional poker player can expound on technical topics such as how to play pocket pairs under the gun or when to re raise the pot from late position.

N.B. government reveals its hand on new gambling policy

Video lottery terminals will likely be cut back in New Brunswick while casinos may be introduced, Finance Minister Victor Boudreau hinted Tuesday in an opinion article.

Lesson Seven: The ideal man for your sign

Finding true love is like finding a needle in a haystack. It takes a precise eye, good timing and just plain old-fashioned good luck. However, in these busy times we live in, discovering what it takes to be happy in life and love can be a challenging and time-consuming task.

'The ebullient romance'

Hollywood producer Scott Steindorff sees the similarities between Las Vegas and Colombia - even if you don't. Both places are different from the way people around the world think of them, mostly because of the media, he says.

Desert Diamond Casino Chooses CDI's CasinoCAD V4 Data Analysis Program; Marks 8th Installation in Arizona

LAS VEGAS----Casino Data Imaging , the casino industry leader in data visualization and report writing slot analysis solutions, announced Desert Diamond Casino has licensed CDI's CasinoCAD© v4 and CasinoCAD© Enterprise business intelligence programs.

Lorraine Bracco to Headline the 3rd Annual Women in Wine Event

Straight Up Brands, Inc. (the "Company"), an emerging developer and international marketer of premium branded wines and spirits headquartered in New York, announces Lorraine Bracco is to be the featured headliner of the charity tasting event Women in Wine, presented by the Borgata Heart & Soul Foundation and sponsored by Wine Spectator on Saturday, November 10th, 2007 at the Borgata Hotel ...

Lifestyle briefs

ESCANABA — Registration deadline for the new Mixed Media Collage class is Wednesday. Students will use the session to experiment with collage elements — paints, textures, stamps, printed material and embellishments — and create a dynamic 4” x 4” composition.

American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 7-11, Las Vegas

**** Sophisticated, almost life-like, digital imaging and minimally invasive, computer-guided surgery enhance the convenience, precision and predictability of implant procedures. Exciting new digital imaging systems generate anatomically accurate images of the mouth, face and jaw for building computer models. This reduces time required for implant surgery and lowers risks for implant rejection ...

Underground Poker: A Deadly Gamble?

A New Jersey man was killed during an armed robbery of a game Friday.

TransAct Technologies Expands BANKjet(R) Printer Line

TransAct Technologies Incorporated , a leading producer of market specific printers for transaction-based industries worldwide is set to unveil the new BANKjet® 2500 at the financial services industry's premier event - the BAI Retail Delivery Conference & Expo in Las Vegas, November 13-15, 2007.

Choctaws Feed Residents To Fuel Casino Votes

Joe Bordron loves country music and BBQ sandwiches, but a Choctaw Casino in Jackson County would really suit his appetite. "We've been 10 years behind in this county for too long. It's time to open our eyes and move forward!" Bordron said.

Mayor Ravenstahl Opposes Pittsburgh Casino Design Plans

Design plans for the proposed slot machine casino on Pittsburgh's North Shore have a new enemy -- Mayor Luke Ravenstahl.

SC eyed next venue as House bucks impeach supplement

The filers of the supplemental complaint seeking to include President Arroyo in the impeachment case lodged by Iloilo Vice Gov. Rolex Suplico against resigned Commissions on Elections Chairman Benjamin Abalos Sr. are now eyeing to raise their case before the Supreme Court (SC) after the Office of the Secretary-General of the House of Representatives yesterday rejected their motion.

Cup win leap of faith

EFFICIENT by name and efficient by nature. That was how the four-year-old captured the $5.1 million Melbourne Cup at Flemington yesterday.

Corvette Club donates to fire fund

South Lake Tahoe Corvette Club President Richard Gilbert recently presented a $7,500 check to Mark Lucksinger for the Angora Fire Fund.

NASCAR - Craftsman Truck - Casino Arizona 150 Preview

Microsoft Executive: The Mac is a Great Platform

Microsoft VP for Windows Live, Chris Jones, in an interview Tuesday with Ina Fried at C|Net, said that the Mac is a great platform and pondered ways to get the right balance of support for the Mac

Las Vegas Preparing for O.J. Simpson Preliminary Hearing

The preliminary hearing for O.J. Simpson, which is being billed as the largest preliminary hearing in Clark County, will start on Thursday morning and it could cause some headaches for downtown commuters. The hearing will be live streamed on www.LasVegasNOW.com . Read on for details.

Senators may change tax plan

Maryland senators start voting this afternoon on Gov. Martin O'Malley's deficit-reducing tax package, with major changes expected in some of the proposals. The biggest change by the Budget and Taxation Committee is likely to be a reduction in O'Malley's proposed 6.5 percent top rate for those making more than $500,000, bringing it down to 5.5 percent, according to Senate President Thomas Mike ...

Tuesday November 06, 2007 - 14:44 EST

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Casino Data Imaging (CDI), the casino industry leader in data visualization and report writing slot analysis solutions, announced Desert Diamond Casino has licensed CDI's CasinoCAD© v4 and CasinoCAD© Enterprise business intelligence programs.

Woodland Hills importer faces charges in salmonella case

A Woodland Hills-based food importer is facing criminal charges for improperly labeling and selling 4,000 pounds of sesame seeds tainted with salmonella, City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo announced today.

Pinnacle Planning Second Atlantic City Casino

The company planning a new casino on the site of the former Sands Casino Hotel is considering building a second one on the former Bader Field airport property, its chairman said Tuesday.

Two Charged For Murder

2 charged in casino murder of Arkansas businessman

'On arrival visa' abuse on the increase

The Investigation Unit of the Immigration and Emigration Department yesterday arrested 16 South Asians, including five women for violating visa regulations.

Tuesday November 06, 2007 - 14:29 EST

GIBRALTAR -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- On-line scratch card site Scratch2Cash produced a very lucky winner recently when it entered the record books by producing a record smashing new winner. A devoted player took home an extra 200,000 Euros, the largest amount ever won on an on-line scratch card.

It's Ghost Time! Guerrero Stops Honorio in 1st round!

11.06.07 - by Joshua "Travz" Travilla: The fight was supposed to be considered a classic.

House sinks impeach ship vs Arroyo

The House of Representatives' Office of the Secretary General finally sealed the coffin Tuesday for the supplements to the impeachment complaints against President Arroyo.

Sir Patrick Hogan claims third Melbourne Cup win (photos + video)

Sir Patrick Hogan was pinching himself after his sire Zabeel produced his third Melbourne Cup winner. The win of Efficient in the A$5 million ($6.05 million) race, the world's richest long distance handicap, followed the wins of Jezabeel (1998) and Might And Power (1997) who were also by Zabeel.

Jackpot decision overturned

The Harrison County Circuit Court today overturned a ruling by the Mississippi Gaming Commission on a million dollar slot jackpot.

Jail Possible in Campaign Flap

South Dakota prosecutors want jail time as an option in the misdemeanor trial of two men accused of failing to file campaign reports in South Dakota.

MGM Mirage President, COO Sells Stock

The president and chief operating officer of MGM Mirage, a casino-resort operator, exercised options for and sold 50,000 shares of stock, according to Securities and Exchange Commission filings Monday.

Liquor agents alert Nooksack tribe before casino enforcement

State liquor agents give the Nooksack Indian Tribe 24 hours' notice before an undercover enforcement operation at the Nooksack River Casino at Deming.

Whole Grain Foods and Low-Fat Snacks Headline Exhibits at 45th Fall Conference of the New Jersey School Nutrition ...

Discussing trends and issues facing child nutrition programs, school nutrition professionals from all parts of New Jersey will gather this week from November 7-9, 2007, at the Tropicana Casino and Resort in Atlantic City, NJ. The New Jersey School Nutrition Association's 45th Annual Fall Conference theme, "Step Up to a Healthy Lifestyle," reflects a wide range of topics including nutrition ...

Efficient does a Phar Lap to take the cup

Efficient became the first Victoria Derby winner since the legendary Phar Lap to come back a year later and claim the Melbourne Cup.

Ravenstahl Wants Barden To Rethink Casino Garage

Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl says he does not like the plans for the new North Shore casino.

Tuesday November 06, 2007 - 13:45 EST

LONDON, England -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- CelebPoker today announced its intention to make poker rakeback more readily available to all poker players, through the launch of their new site RakebackCelebPoker.com.

Tuesday November 06, 2007 - 13:44 EST

GERMANTOWN, Maryland -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES) today announced that UK lottery operator Camelot Group plc has awarded its wholly owned subsidiary, HNS Ltd., a multi-year contract to provide managed network services for over 27,000 lottery sites in the U.K., supporting the cutting-edge lottery terminals Camelot will deploy under its new license.

Woodland approves anti-casino resolution

Opponents of the Cowlitz casino picked up another ally Monday when the Woodland City Council voted 3-2 to oppose the $510 million complex. Woodland joins two other cities, Vancouver and La Center, in telling the federal government that it doesn't want a massive casino complex built near its borders.

Woman's 'Public Indecency' At Casino Gets 8 Day Sentence

A Dixmoor woman told a judge she was too drunk to remember what she did at the Majestic Star Casino in August, but denied exposing her breasts at the gambling table.

Tuesday November 06, 2007 - 13:29 EST

TROY, Michigan -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Greektown Casino and All In magazine have teamed up to host a benefit for Share A Smile, a Troy-based charity. The benefit - the inaugural Motown Showdown Charity Fall Classic Poker Tournament - is slated for Tuesday, Nov. 13 at Greektown Casino.

Sweetgrass Golf Club at the Island Resort & Casino - Part 3

In the previous journal entries, we've taken Sweetgrass Golf Club from the initial walk-through to early schematics and implementation of the master plan.

Former Apple Attorneys Squabble About Options Backdating

Former Apple General Counsel Nancy Heinen is currently defending herself against SEC charges that she illegally backdated stock options. Now, Ms. Heinen's attorneys are seeking the financial records of another former Apple attorney, Wendy Howell, in order to discredit her as a witness, according to Bloomberg News

O.J. Simpson's lawyer loses bid to edit 'inflammatory' charges

O.J. Simpson's lawyer has lost a bid to strike what he calls "unfairly prejudicial and inflammatory" language from the criminal complaint accusing Simpson and two other men of armed robbery...

Turnout heavy in Jackson County, Choctaw referendum one reason

Turnout is very good today at the polls in Jackson County, where some voters are confused with the language of the Choctaw casino referendum.

Hollywood Couple Robbed After Leaving Casino

A night out at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino ends in a brutal attack on an elderly couple.

NEW: O.J. Simpson's Lawyer Loses Bid to Edit 'Inflammatory' Charges

O.J. Simpson's lawyer lost a bid to strike what he called "unfairly prejudicial and inflammatory" language from the criminal complaint accusing Simpson and two other men of armed robbery and kidnapping.

Did you see that?

Tucson, Ariz. Martin Honorio saw 21 punches thrown in his direction Saturday night. It was punch number 22 that came out of nowhere.

Tuesday November 06, 2007 - 12:59 EST

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Ameristar Casinos, Inc. (Nasdaq: News) today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007.

Jeffries wins unanimous decision

CANYONVILLE, ORE. Make it seven in '07. Kelsey "The Road Warrior" Jeffries outpointed Elizabeth "The Pearl" Villarreal in ten rounds Saturday, winning the Global Boxing Union World Title through a 98-92 unanimous decision at Seven Feathers Casino in Canyonville, Ore.

Elderly couple robbed after returning home from casino

Two men forced their way into a Hollywood couple's home Monday evening, robbed them and then pistol whipped the woman, authorities said.

Mo.: Casino to Open Dec. 19

A new downtown St. Louis casino that will be the centerpiece of a roughly $500 million complex is tentatively scheduled to open Dec. 19, a project spokesman said Tuesday.

Robert Goulet to be honoured on marquees of Las Vegas Strip casino-hotels

LAS VEGAS - Robert Goulet's name appeared for years on the marquees of the Las Vegas Strip and will be there again the day of his funeral.

Boogaard Becomes a Nailer

WHEELING, WV - The Pittsburgh Penguins have reassigned right wing Aaron Boogaard from the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (AHL) to the Wheeling Nailers. Additionally, Pittsburgh has also reassigned center Mark Letestu from Wheeling to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, it was announced on Tuesday.

Progressive Gaming Settles Lawsuit

Progressive Gaming International Corp., a supplier of casino management systems software, said Tuesday it agreed to settle its litigation with Derek Webb and Prime Table Games, sending the stock up sharply in midday trading.

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Maryhill Renewal Center to host Catholic authors book series