MGM Springfield News - Page 7

The $960 million MGM Resorts International Property in Massachusetts will feature 250 guestrooms, an array of food-to-market food and beverage spots, an 8,000-seat entertainment center and a 125,000 square-foot casino.

The list exempts certain service positions from the strict background requirements of gaming employees, in order to provide fair employment opportunities to those with imperfect records.

The company's responsible gambling program began more than 160,000 conversations with guests since its implementation, leading to more informed gameplay.

MCCTI students may receive funding through scholarships and begin training to become a table games dealer, with those who complete two or more classes guaranteed an audition with MGM Springfield.

Ten properties, ten incredible improvements, adjustments, additions, you name it. This week's top 10 features high-limit slots, outdoor gaming fun and a whole lot of golf.

Prepare for a high-tech golf experience and $17 million in jackpots.

The 2,800-square-foot suite will feature three high-tech golf simulators, accessible to players of all skill levels, as well as gourmet bites and cocktails.

The two-year Public Safety Impact Report analyzes changes in police data after the casino's operation, concluding that the casino's presence had little impact on the volume of crimes and calls for service.

Students who complete courses at the MCCTI Gaming School and obtain a job at the casino will be eligible for tuition reimbursement.

With the launch of playMGMcasino and playMGMpoker, the company's online platform now offers real-money online casino and poker games.

Springfield Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and MGM Springfield President Michael Mathis, as well as contractors, labor leaders and construction workers, gathered to place the final curved steel beam atop the property's future hotel, signaling a construction milestone.

Casino City talks with Mohegan Sun president and general manager Ray Pineault regarding last week's opening of the casino's new 13-story Earth Tower, a necessary addition for one of the largest entertainment destinations in the world.

Fitch Ratings predict the closure of four additional casinos if voters in November approve new gaming facilities outside of Atlantic City.

The controversial and often messy race to open the first luxury resort casino in Massachusetts appears to have a new leader after the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal began construction on a $1 billion project last week. Also, Wynn Resorts announces plans for a new entertainment destination and it's pool season in Las Vegas.

MGM Springfield can commence construction.

The Commission plans to give the proposed design changes a full and careful review, with the reaction of the host community to be given priority.

Topics of discussion will include a quarterly report from MGM Springfield and public comment regarding the applicant for the Region C gaming license.

Analysts expect MGM to announce a new strategic plan soon, and an interview with Jim Murren indicates that it is likely to include spinning off part of the company into a real estate investment trust.

The recently opened Plainridge Park Casino is off to a strong start, but the legal and logistical challenges of opening more casinos in Massachusetts create a complicated situation in the Northeast.

The casino operator said the funds will be used primarily for development costs surrounding the company’s casino projects in Massachusetts and Maryland.