Florida News - Page 23

The 2018 World Series of Poker is underway, but that isn’t the only highlight of the week. Some large amounts have been won on jackpots or spent to expand or acquire a casino. Everyone wants to make money, and, not to be cliché, but sometimes you have to spend money to make money. So, let’s jump right into the stories.

With the first tournament taking place 13-24 September 2018 and the second tournament scheduled for 7-18 February 2019, Seminole Casino Coconut Creek will now be the home for both Florida stops of the tour.

The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa has embarked on a nearly $700 million expansion that will reinforce its position as one of America’s largest casinos, with 5,000 slot machines and almost 200 gaming tables.

The 2018-19 season will see more benefits for players, including more starting chips and new price points for the refreshed WSOP U.S. Circuit’s 15th season.

Legendary performer and composer Yanni is celebrating the 25th anniversary of “Live At The Acropolis” with a world tour that’s making a stop at The Joint inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - Tulsa on 23 June.

Jay Goldberg Events and Entertainment presents an evening with Wynonna and The Big Noise live in concert at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee on Saturday, 13 October at 8 p.m., with doors opening at 7 p.m.

Performances are at the Zig Zag Lounge at the Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. No cover for live entertainment. TVs throughout the Zig Zag bar air sporting events and other entertainment.

The 2018 WPT Poker Showdown at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood ran as part of the WPT's Season 16.

The Muccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida will replace its previous provider's systems with the award-winning Oasis 360 system and other Aristocrat products.

The interior features a comfortable design and theater-style kitchen, allowing guests to watch chefs prepare dishes from scratch.

The Hollywood, Florida, casino will host a series of poker events, including Deep Stack No-Limit Hold'em matches and a High Roller tournament.

The $50,000 James W. Paul derby, one of the nation's longest-running stake events, will conclude this weekend.

Baxley is currently the highest-ranking team member who is also a member of the Seminole Tribe of Florida.

Darryll Fish won the Florida casino's Lucky Hearts Poker Open, taking home over $500,000.

Edward Aguilar will act as assistant general manager as well as vice president for the Florida casino.

Seminole Casino Coconut Creek will bring the event to South Florida beginning 8 February.

The newly-crowned champ from Lester Raines Kennel collected $10,000 for her impressive two-length victory.

Next week, the Florida casino will offer table games such as blackjack and Three Card Poker in a newly added pit area.

Starting 11 January, the Florida casino will host 14 days of poker excitement, including a $1 million guaranteed event.

Michael Newman of Florida took home $374,240 after taking first place at the Florida casino's Rock 'N' Roll Poker Open.