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Hoosier Park Increases Purse

Hoosier Park at Anderson has announced a purse increase of $1,000 per race for its Thoroughbred racing program.

Churchill Downs Revises Earnings Forecast

Churchill Downs is revising its earnings outlook for Q3 2004 and further lowering its outlook for the full year to reflect increased spending on alternative gaming efforts and special, non-cash impairment charges for Ellis Park due to softness in business at that racetrack.

Panel: Communication Lags in Casino Security

According to a panel, technology is improving the chances that an undesirable person in a casino can be quickly identified, casinos haven't been keeping up with technology that gives them the ability to move and store that data.

Industry Fears Effect of Anti-Smoking Efforts

A host of gaming experts warned casino bosses this week that their industry is coming under attack by a well-organized and well-funded group of anti-smoking activists that aim to ban smoking in casinos.

Peppermill Hosts Blackjack Tournament

The Peppermill will be giving away more than $20,000 in cash prizes with the winner collecting $10,000.

Atlantic City Mayor Accused of Union Busting

News Brief: Atlantic City Council President Craig Callaway publicly accused the mayor of attending a casino function in spite of the strike by the casino-workers union.

World Poker Tour Debuts 'WTP Poker Corner'

The World Poker Tour and Travel Channel will once again break new ground, this time by launching the first televised poker analysis show.

Fair Grounds Race Course Names New Director

Churchill Downs Incorporated has named D. Ben Huffman director of racing and racing secretary for Fair Grounds Race Course in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Taxes Irk Casino Execs

Casino executives expressed frustration and concerns over some states’ casino taxes while speaking the Global Gaming Expo.

Marketers Eye Young Crowds, Branding

The Palms and the Hard Rock Hotel are duking it out in a battle for supremacy over the hearts and budgets of the young, hip crowd.

Bobby Flay's Mesa Grill Opens at Caesars Palace

Celebrity chef Bobby Flay's Mesa Grill, which features the vibrant Southwestern-inspired cuisine that made Flay famous, opened this week at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. It is the first Flay restaurant outside New York City.

Bobby Flay's Mesa Grill Opens at Caesars Palace

Celebrity chef Bobby Flay's Mesa Grill, which features the vibrant Southwestern-inspired cuisine that made Flay famous, opened this week at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. It is the first Flay restaurant outside New York City.

International Authority Targets Unauthorized Wagering

News Brief: The International Federation of Horseracing Authorities has adopted policies that target unauthorized wagering on races.

Choctaws Quiet About Lobbyist Ties

News Brief: Chief Phillip Martin of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians appears to be winning his fight to shield from public scrutiny his ties to two men accused of fleecing Indian tribes.

Seabiscuit, Smarty Jones Credited for Arizona Track Success

News Brief: The lingering popularity of the film ‘Seabiscuit’ and dual classic winner Smarty Jones as well as a concerted effort by tracks to reach a broader audience has helped spark Arizona’s racetracks to their best fiscal numbers in five years.

Aztar Releases Update on Tropicana Resort

Aztar Corporation has provided an update on the status of the expansion construction project at its Tropicana Casino and Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Playboy Reaches Licensing Agreement with Palms

News Brief: In a marriage made in sin, Hugh Hefner is coming to Las Vegas, where he'll have a vertical version of his Playboy mansion.

California Tribe Makes Second Casino Revenue Payment

News Brief: A $3.5 million check made out to Yolo County, California, was handed over by the Rumsey Band of Wintun Indians Tuesday.

Strike Targets Harrah's Atlantic City

News Brief: Shortly after 8 in the morning, the shrill sound of whistles and the dull thumping of sticks beating against plastic drums pierced the air as strikers staged a protest at the front entrance of Harrah’s Atlantic City.

Caesars Atlantic Offers 'Once in a Lifetime' Event Package

Caesars Atlantic City will offer one special guest a "Once in a Lifetime" opportunity to participate in a private event with Muhammad Ali in support of the Muhammad Ali Foundation/Charities.

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