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Steve Wynn Becomes Partner in Luxury Condo Project

20 July 1999

You'd think Steve Wynn, Las Vegas' most important casino mogul, would have a full plate between his casino business and his civic and political activities. But now Wynn, chairman of Mirage Resorts Inc., has become involved in a luxury condominium project.

Resort at Summerlin Quietly Opens Its Doors

19 July 1999

The newest Las Vegas casino hotel is in a sprawling residential area more than 10 miles from the Strip. The upscale property intends to compete with golf resorts in Arizona and California.

More Racketeering Charges for Alleged Mobsters in Las Vegas 'Outcall' Business

16 July 1999

Five reputed New York mobsters have been indicted on charges related to the control of the lucrative outcall business. An outcall service provides dancers to perform for customers in their hotel rooms or private residences. Law enforcement officials have long considered the industry a front for prostitution and other crimes.

Playing the Percentages: Best Places for Las Vegas Gamblers

13 July 1999

Gamblers looking to get the most value for their money are more likely to find it elsewhere than on the Las Vegas Strip, particularly on slot machines. Data from Nevada regulators reveal win percentages based on casino locations.

London Bookie Says Gore Will Beat Bush, By a Hair

6 July 1999

NEW YORK -- Ladbrokes, the world famous London-based oddsmakers, announced in a July 1 statement that odds call for Vice President Albert Gore to be elected the 43rd President of the United States on November 7th, 2000.

Hotel Room Rates Rise on the Las Vegas Strip

5 July 1999

Rates for hotel rooms on the Las Vegas Strip have risen sharply, according to a survey by analyst Jason Ader of Bear, Stearns & Co.

Wynn Urges City Officials to Build Arena, Arts Center

5 July 1999

Now that gambling mecca Las Vegas has established itself as a world-class gourmet and shopping destination, casino mogul Steve Wynn said Wednesday that the time is right to develop a sports arena and performing arts center.

Fun with Whipped Cream at The Venetion

16 June 1999

Venetian resort employees complained that things got a little raunchy at a recent party thrown by Robin Leach, the former host of television's "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous."

Older Strip Resorts Taking a Hit

16 June 1999

Strip gaming revenues rose 6.1 percent in April, but apparently only the rich got richer.

Gaming Industry Told to Improve Public Relations

14 June 1999

The gaming industry does a good job telling political leaders about its importance to the state, but needs to boost its educational efforts with the public, the attorney for Gov. Kenny Guinn said.

Magazine: Caesars Best Casino in LV

14 June 1999

Competitors may beg to differ, but a national magazine is out with a story declaring Caesars Palace the best hotel-casino in Las Vegas.

Blue Men Are Vegas Bound

13 June 1999

Circus Circus Enterprises, Inc. has announced that one of the world's most sought-after theatrical productions, "Blue Man Group," will debut at Luxor in March 2000.

Cher to Perform at Grand Opening

11 June 1999

The Venetian is inviting selected guests to a private performance by the entertainer Cher as part of its grand opening this weekend.

Mirage Unveils Musical, Convention Space Plan

11 June 1999

"Miss Spectacular," an original musical by the creator of "Hello Dolly," "Mame" and other Broadway musicals, will debut in a new 1,500-seat theater at the Mirage within two years.

Boyd to Spend $78 Million on Expansion of Sam's Town

8 June 1999

Boyd Gaming Corp. of Las Vegas said it will spend $78 million expanding entertainment venues and upgrading other facilities at Sam's Town, a 20-year-old fixture on the Boulder Strip.

Park Place Announces Addition of Two Restaurants to Paris Las Vegas

6 June 1999

Award-winning chefs Jean Joho and Gabino Sotelino will bring the culinary dining experience of France to Paris Las Vegas when it opens in September.

They've Lost Their Minds at the IP!

6 June 1999

Imperial Palace hotel and casino on the Las Vegas Strip is offering an amazing very affordable package that could land you and a companion a room for $20 a person per night.

Delays Continue at the Venetian

2 June 1999

The cost of completing work on the $1.5 billion Venetian hotel-casino continues to run higher than expected, and its $300 million retail complex remains unopened.

Mall Madness Continues on the Strip

30 May 1999

Las Vegas could be giving Minneapolis a run for it's money in a bid to establish itself as a super-mall shopping Mecca. Less than a week after Circus Circus announced that it's plopping a mall between the Luxor and Mandalay Bay, news arrived that the rebuilt Aladdin will feature a 500,000-square-foot mall of its own.

Local Casino Eyes Soft Opening

25 May 1999

One of two luxury hotels at the Resort at Summerlin, a $276 million development featuring two Regent International Hotels and a European-style casino, remains on schedule to open June 29.

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