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Casinos' fear may be so much smoke

23 October 2006

Neither of two competing measures on next month's ballot to restrict smoking in Nevada dares to prohibit smoking in casinos.

Expansion of Las Vegas pipeline announced

23 October 2006

Kinder Morgan Energy Partners has confirmed earlier reported plans to spend about $388 million to expand a gasoline pipeline to Las Vegas from California refineries.

Nevada Gaming Commission: Panel backs South Coast deal

23 October 2006

A plan by Boyd Gaming Corp. to sell its 1,350-room South Coast in Las Vegas to veteran Nevada gambling figure Michael Gaughan won final approval Thursday from the state Gaming Commission.

Inside gaming column: Casinos' newest pals: High netters

23 October 2006

A selection of news and views from inside the industry this week.

MGM CityCenter offer condos

23 October 2006

The MGM CityCenter will be home to four outstanding contemporary condo developments from some of the world's most renowned architects.

Pelton headlines Festa Al Lago final table

20 October 2006

Joe Pelton is the runaway chip-leader going into the televised-final table of the Festa Al Lago Main Event thanks to aggressive play and large amounts of good fortune. Hawbaker takes day two lead at Festa Al Lago
18 October 2006

Amateur Brandie Hawbaker rocketed to the top of the Day Two chip count list thanks to a big Full House and leads Brandon Cantu by $150,000 at the Festa Al Lago Main Event.

Default danger: Monorail finances shaky

18 October 2006

Default is a looming danger for the Las Vegas Monorail after low fares failed to draw enough riders and a fare hike chased off too many passengers, according to a bleak financial analysis released Tuesday.

Binion hosts World Tavern Poker Open

18 October 2006

More than 300 World Tavern Poker players from across the country will converge in Las Vegas for 4 days of poker, parties, and prizes at the 3rd World Tavern Poker Open.

Boyd Gaming's Echelon choses Skire

18 October 2006

Skire, Inc. reports an agreement with Boyd Gaming Corporation's Echelon Place development, a world class destination that is expected to open in 2010.

Cantu leads impressive field at the Festa Al Lago Main Event

17 October 2006

Brandon Cantu leads a star-studded field after the first day at the fourth-annual Festa Al Lago Main Event.

When Vegas hotels upgrade ... New operators must make call on future

17 October 2006

Strip casinos are now spending millions on swank nightclubs and other late-night venues to capture an audience the Hard Rock previously had to itself.

When Vegas hotels upgrade ... Florals, beige tones yield to whites, grays

17 October 2006

For decades, Las Vegas hotel rooms were intended for little more than power naps between gambling binges.

Uncertainty surrounds WSOP online satellite entries

17 October 2006

The World Series of Poker is still legal. But the status of online satellite tournaments, which have driven participation in poker's premier event to record levels, is uncertain at best.

Inside Gaming Column: Tribal casinos no match for Las Vegas allure

16 October 2006

A selection of news and views from inside the industry this week.

Development: The next wave

16 October 2006

When Wynn Las Vegas was unveiled 17 months ago, the opening of the $2.7 billion resort triggered a slew of announcements about other potential Strip projects.

Civil rights litigation: EEOC lawsuit takes circuitous course

16 October 2006

The lawsuit alleges that black and female dealers were subject to harassment, 'including intimidation and threats of physical force, as well as racial epithets by co-workers, supervisors and third parties.'

LVGI, Octavian International sign deal

16 October 2006

Las Vegas Gaming, Inc. has entered into an exclusive agreement with Octavian International and its distribution division OctaSupplies.

Vegas visitation reaches all-time August high

13 October 2006

The Las Vegas tourism industry roared to life after a three-month slide in visitor numbers with the area's strongest August on record.

Casinos' diversity efforts improving, panelists say

13 October 2006

Casino industry execs spoke about their diversity programs at a joint breakfast meeting for members of the Las Vegas" Latin, Urban and Asian chambers of commerce.

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Las Vegas News - Page 466

Neither of two competing measures on next month's ballot to restrict smoking in Nevada dares to prohibit smoking in casinos.

Kinder Morgan Energy Partners has confirmed earlier reported plans to spend about $388 million to expand a gasoline pipeline to Las Vegas from California refineries.

A plan by Boyd Gaming Corp. to sell its 1,350-room South Coast in Las Vegas to veteran Nevada gambling figure Michael Gaughan won final approval Thursday from the state Gaming Commission.

A selection of news and views from inside the industry this week.

The MGM CityCenter will be home to four outstanding contemporary condo developments from some of the world's most renowned architects.

Joe Pelton is the runaway chip-leader going into the televised-final table of the Festa Al Lago Main Event thanks to aggressive play and large amounts of good fortune. Hawbaker takes day two lead at Festa Al Lago 18 October 2006

Amateur Brandie Hawbaker rocketed to the top of the Day Two chip count list thanks to a big Full House and leads Brandon Cantu by $150,000 at the Festa Al Lago Main Event.

Default is a looming danger for the Las Vegas Monorail after low fares failed to draw enough riders and a fare hike chased off too many passengers, according to a bleak financial analysis released Tuesday.

More than 300 World Tavern Poker players from across the country will converge in Las Vegas for 4 days of poker, parties, and prizes at the 3rd World Tavern Poker Open.

Skire, Inc. reports an agreement with Boyd Gaming Corporation's Echelon Place development, a world class destination that is expected to open in 2010.

Brandon Cantu leads a star-studded field after the first day at the fourth-annual Festa Al Lago Main Event.

Strip casinos are now spending millions on swank nightclubs and other late-night venues to capture an audience the Hard Rock previously had to itself.

For decades, Las Vegas hotel rooms were intended for little more than power naps between gambling binges.

The World Series of Poker is still legal. But the status of online satellite tournaments, which have driven participation in poker's premier event to record levels, is uncertain at best.

A selection of news and views from inside the industry this week.

When Wynn Las Vegas was unveiled 17 months ago, the opening of the $2.7 billion resort triggered a slew of announcements about other potential Strip projects.

The lawsuit alleges that black and female dealers were subject to harassment, 'including intimidation and threats of physical force, as well as racial epithets by co-workers, supervisors and third parties.'

Las Vegas Gaming, Inc. has entered into an exclusive agreement with Octavian International and its distribution division OctaSupplies.

The Las Vegas tourism industry roared to life after a three-month slide in visitor numbers with the area's strongest August on record.

Casino industry execs spoke about their diversity programs at a joint breakfast meeting for members of the Las Vegas" Latin, Urban and Asian chambers of commerce.

Joe Pelton is the runaway chip-leader going into the televised-final table of the Festa Al Lago Main Event thanks to aggressive play and large amounts of good fortune. Hawbaker takes day two lead at Festa Al Lago
18 October 2006