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ICRG appoints Ashlee Olujic Director of Tribal & Community Engagement

Alec — Fri, 01 May 2026 00:54:10 +0000

The International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) has appointed Ashlee Olujic as Director of Tribal and Community Engagement. Tribal gaming plays a critical role in supporting economic development and essential community services across many tribal nations. Recognizing tribes as sovereign governments and key participants in the global gaming landscape, Olujic will help ICRG provide clear... Read more »

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Washington: Man who used ‘vibrating device’ to cheat at Northern Quest Casino given credit for time served

Scott — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:17:28 +0000

A 33-year-old man who used a “vibrating device” to steal coins from a slot machine at Northern Quest Resort & Casino pleaded guilty Wednesday to cheating and burglary charges. Spokane County Superior Court Judge Jeremy Schmidt followed a plea agreement reached by both attorneys and gave Jeremiah K. Villegas credit for 20 days served in... Read more »

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California: Graton Resort and Casino to debut $1B ‘Vegas-class’ expansion

Scott — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:02:40 +0000

Sonoma County’s gaming landscape is reaching a new level of competition as the Graton Resort and Casino prepares to debut a massive $1 billion expansion. Owned by the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria—comprising Coast Miwok and Southern Pomo tribes—the resort is upping its ante as potential new casino competition looms in nearby Windsor. Set to... Read more »

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Hard Rock International promotes Morgan Lexis to SVP of Global Sales

Alec — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:24:38 +0000

Hard Rock International has promoted Morgan Lexis to SVP of Global Sales. In this new role, Lexis will manage global sales for 35 Hard Rock properties, lead global marketing efforts for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) and travel industry sales segments (TIS), as well as oversee the development of sales teams and strategies at... Read more »

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California: Wild video shows hot air balloon slam into Sacramento-area casino

Scott — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:00:08 +0000

What was supposed to be a celebratory ceremony for a new hotel at California’s Sky River Casino turned into a heart-stopping spectacle on Monday afternoon when a hot air balloon slammed directly into the side of the casino building. Dramatic video captured by KCRA 3’s LiveCopter 3 shows the balloon, which launched from an empty... Read more »

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Alberta First Nations chief worries legalized online gambling will hurt critical band revenues

Alec — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:59:37 +0000

A First Nations chief in Alberta says the province isn’t taking enough steps to offset the potential revenue losses casinos may face with the legalization of online gambling. Alberta’s legal online gambling market is set to launch July 13, after the iGaming Alberta Act was passed last year. The legislation hopes to establish regulatory oversight... Read more »

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California: Wilton Rancheria breaks ground on Sky River Casino hotel

Alec — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:39:12 +0000

Sky River Casino broke ground Monday on a new 300-room hotel, the latest expansion of Wilton Rancheria’s entertainment hub in Elk Grove. The new hotel and resort will feature a salon and spa, a 30,000-square-foot event and entertainment space, a pool and a botanical atrium, according to Sky River Casino President Michael Facenda. It will... Read more »

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Saskatchewan First Nation unveils $100M Gold Eagle casino project

Scott — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:59:06 +0000

The Mosquito Grizzly Bear’s Head Lean Man (MGBHLM) First Nation hosted an update on its casino and resorts economic development project at The Ridge Interpretive Centre in Battlefords, Saskatchewan. The approximately $100 million project, which includes an investment of $60 million from MGBHLM First Nation, will see the relocation and rejuvenation of the Gold Eagle... Read more »

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Mohegan names Scott Schuman Vice President of Corporate Finance

Rege — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:05:29 +0000

Mohegan on Monday appointed Scott Schuman as Vice President of Corporate Finance. He joins Mohegan from IMAX Corporation, where he was Vice President and Head of Financial Planning & Analysis. Schuman will lead key corporate finance functions including financial planning & analysist, capital markets, treasury, investor relations, and strategic planning. “Scott steps into this role... Read more »

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Florida: Seminole Classic Casino introduces ‘street tacos’ dining concept

Alec — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:01:12 +0000

Seminole Classic Casino has opened a new dining venue, Street Tacos, located within the EatStreet food pavilion. The launch was marked by an opening event that included a live performance by DJ Laz and appearances by guests and content creators including Scott Richter, Mr. and Mrs. Eats, and MaxEats. Street Tacos is a fast-casual concept... Read more »

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