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Gaming Industry Outlook Good

The gaming industry is expected to consolidate further with a particular emphasis on expansion in Las Vegas, according to an 2005 industry outlook published by bond rating company Fitch Ratings.

Casino Workers Finding Reason to Smile

Casino Direct Health Services, a mobile dentist clinic in Las Vegas, offers on-site general dentistry services to Station Casinos and Boyd Gaming Corp. employees, and is looking to expand to other casinos and, possibly, beyond the gaming industry.

TJ Matthews Named IGT Chairman

IGT today announced that Thomas J. Matthews will succeed G. Thomas Baker, as chairman of International Game Technology.

IGT Reports Quarterly Dividend

International Game Technology’s Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of twelve cents ($0.12) per share, payable on January 4, 2005 to shareholders of record on December 21, 2004.

Wynn Resorts Exercises Over-Allotment Option

Wynn Resorts reports that Deutsche Bank Securities Inc., the underwriter of its previously announced offering of common stock which closed on November 15, 2004, has exercised in full its option to purchase an additional 1,125,000 shares of Wynn Resorts common stock to cover over-allotments.

Small Nevada Communities Could Have Say

A pair of small Southern Nevada communities could soon have equal representation with two of Clark County's largest cities when overseeing what might be Nevada's most influential pro-tourism organization.

Nongaming Hotels Thrive in Vegas

The allure of Las Vegas as a hot tourism destination is drawing more InterContinental Hotels Group properties to the area.

Nevada Gaming Board Member to Leave

Nevada Gaming Control Board member Scott Scherer confirmed today that he would not seek a second term on the board.

Mikohn Spinning Off Sign Division

In its latest restructuring move, Mikohn Gaming Corp. will sell off its casino sign division to the division's employees by March and will rename the company in a move to focus on its slot machine and systems business.

Exec: Openness Key to Helping Workers

Casino companies need to do a better job making workers feel more comfortable about approaching their employers for help in conquering personal problems, including a gambling addiction, Steve Wynn's top human resources executive said at a conference Monday.

AGA VP: Casino Industry Remains Strong

The consolidation that is occurring in the gaming industry is a sign of its maturity and success, an American Gaming Association executive said today.

GSA Hits the Road in Europe at ICE 2005

With worldwide membership now exceeding 75, the Gaming Standards Association will bring its new, landmark standards to Europe, exhibiting for the first time at the International Casino Exhibition in London this January.

Shuffle Master Purchases RFID Patents

Shuffle Master has purchased two patents owned by ENPAT, Inc., U. S. patent numbers 5,735,742 and 5,651,548, which relate to the use of RFID technology at gaming tables and throughout a casino.

Harrah's Donates Defibrillators

Harrah's Entertainment and Cardiac Science, Inc. are providing Automated External Defibrillators to 66 nonprofit organizations.

Boomtown Casino and Hotel Reno Rings in New Year

Boomtown Casino and Hotel Reno will toast 2005 with a New Year’s Eve celebration of free champagne, party favors and free live entertainment.

Inside Gaming Column: Gaming Opponents Mounting Campaign

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

Strip Labor: Aladdin Workers OK Union

The ownership of the Aladdin agreed Friday to allow more than half of its work force to be represented by Culinary Local 226 after a significant portion of the Strip resort's employees signed union authorization cards seeking representation by the state's largest labor organization.

Las Vegas Casinos Fight Norovirus

In the wake of recent outbreaks of the Norovirus in Las Vegas, casinos, hotels and other hospitality facilities are turning to new cleaning and sanitization methods outlined by the Clark County Health District.

Mikohn Gaming Plans Repositioning

Mikohn Gaming Corporation will reposition its business to focus solely on technology and content.

American Casino & Entertainment Sees Profit Increase

American Casino & Entertainment Properties LLC on Wednesday reported net income of $4.2 million on net revenue of $75.1 million for its quarter ended Sept. 30.

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