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Lawmakers in Texas are considering 17 gaming proposals, everything from building eight Las Vegas-style hotel-casinos to adding slot machines at racetracks. But expect gaming expansion to fail in the Lone Star State again.

More layoffs at Agua Caliente's Spa Resort Casino and reduction of dining options, including closure of the Agua Bar & Grill.

B.R. Guest founder Stephen Hanson to open Dos Caminos, Atlantic Grill and Bill's Bar & Burger in Atlantic City early summer 2011.

Nevada Property 1 LLC reported a $139.5 million loss for the 17 days the hotel-casino was open last year.

Harrah's St. Louis Casino & Hotel will host World Series of Poker Circuit events from March 31 to April 12.

The National Labor Relations Board ruled New York-New York Casino violated federal labor law by prohibiting off-duty employees of restaurants from distributing handbills on casino property.

The Black Bear Golf Course at Black Bear Casino has hired Hank Haney instructor Dan Walker to be its new PGA Head Golf Pro.

Dealers at Caesars Palace overwhelmingly rejected a labor contract that would have included a tip-sharing provision with casino management.

The major slot manufacturer is proceeding with several initiatives that are designed to ward off the competition.

When news broke late last week that Wynn Resorts and PokerStars reached a deal, Casino City's Vin Narayanan's response was "hmmmm."

The performances were filmed by MTV as part of an upcoming Britney Spears special that will air next week in celebration of her album release.

Supporters of a bill that would legalize online poker in Nevada claim such an action would have a $1.8 billion impact. However, the state's largest casino operators want Nevada to wait for the federal government to legalize Internet poker. Included in that group is Wynn Resorts, who just announced a partnership with PokerStars.

Trump Marina issues memo to employees that jobs could be lost when rebranding occurs in May.

A player at the Lake of the Torches Resort Casino won $23,744 when his Aces full of Jacks was bested by four eights.

The Trump Taj Mahal and Trump Plaza in Atlantic City have announced the arrival of over 700 new slot machines.

The Connecticut casino is running its second annual "Mass Appeal" promotion that includes celebrity appearances gifts, food and shopping discounts.

Michael Washam won $1,185,286 while playing the Indiana Jones 3-D MegaJackpot penny slot machine at Choctaw Casino Resort.

Four players at the Pala Casino Resort and Spa won a combined $100,000 on March 19 on various slot machines.

South Point owner Michael Gaughan said the Nevada Legislature should pass a bill that would adopt regulations for online poker.

Revel Casino has commenced hiring its management team.