The Covid-19 coronavirus has effectively quarantined the nation’s gaming industry. More than three dozen states with commercial casinos or Indian gaming facilities have taken actions to either suspend casino operations, enacted limitations that led to […]
Given the seriousness of the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort and the Stillaguamish Tribe, out of an abundance of caution, will be following Gov. Jay Inslee’s mandate regarding public venues and […]
Determined to prioritize the health and wellness of its guests and staff amid concerns about the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), Thunder Valley Casino Resort today announced additional preventive measures to encourage social distancing and […]
SNOQUALMIE, WASHINGTON (March 16, 2020) – To protect the health and well-being of the community and the casino team members, the Snoqualmie Tribe has decided to temporarily suspend all casino operations through March 31. The […]
Nevada reported its first death from the new coronavirus Monday as businesses and schools shut down around the state, including many of the Las Vegas Strip casinos that power the local economy. Health officials in […]
The Louisiana Gaming Control Board has ordered a shutdown of its casino industry due to the spread of COVID-19 coronavirus. “In an effort to protect the health and wellbeing of your employees and guests, the […]
Continually updated, click the thumbnail above or the link below for a full-size view of the closures, state by state. See full size image: Cory Roberts, CDC Gaming Reports
Tribal Leaders of the Chicken Ranch Rancheria Me-Wuk Indians have announced that Chicken Ranch Casino will close temporarily due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The closure will take effect Monday, March 16 at 12:00 p.m. and […]
TORONTO, March 15, 2020 /CNW/ – The health and safety of casino customers and employees is a priority for OLG and its service providers. OLG, working with all our casino service providers, is confirming that […]
ATMORE, Ala., March 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Yesterday, Wind Creek announced that it would voluntarily close its Alabama based properties for one day in order to pursue an intensive deep cleaning in anticipation of reopening tomorrow. Upon further consideration of […]
By Ken Adams, CDC Gaming Reports It has been difficult to think or talk about anything but the COVID-19 coronavirus lately. The stock market has been acting like a roller coaster on steroids; the Dow […]
Brian Musburger said Friday it was “hard to fathom” looking at the empty South Point Casino sportsbook. He knew Sunday’s original plans were in the trash can. Vegas Stats & Information Network (VSiN) studio would […]
Maryland became the latest state to force a shutdown of its casino industry over the spread of the Covid-19 coronavirus when Governor Larry Hogan issued an emergency order Sunday morning. Including Maryland, 13 states – […]
Tribal Leaders today announced that the Pechanga Resort Casino will be temporarily closing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The closure will be effective Monday, March 16 at 12 p.m. through the end of March. “As […]
Wynn Resorts Ltd. said Sunday it will temporarily close its two Las Vegas Strip properties, Wynn Las Vegas and Encore for two weeks starting Tuesday. The move is part of a “continuing effort” to reduce […]
In light of developments regarding COVID-19 and after thoughtful consideration for the health and well-being of our guests, our employees and their families we have made the difficult decision to temporarily close Cache Creek Casino […]
MGM Resorts International said Sunday it will temporarily suspend operations at its Las Vegas properties due to the continuing spread of COVID-19 coronavirus. Casino operations will close on Monday, followed by hotel operations. The closures […]
The Illinois Gaming Board Friday ordered the state’s 10 riverboat casinos to cease operations for 14 days starting Monday, due to the coronavirus outbreak. According to a statement posted to the board’s website, the facilities […]
LAS VEGAS, March 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Wynn Resorts CEO Matt Maddox(Nasdaq: WYNN) announces safety program and policy updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic. STATEMENT FROM MATT MADDOX, CEO OF WYNN RESORTS: It has been just a week since we […]
LAS VEGAS, March 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) today announced that Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf today ordered the closure of all public schools, entertainment venues and community centers in Montgomery County, […]
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