California: Thunder Valley casino relents, says it will pay workers during coronavirus shutdown

Thunder Valley Casino Resort announced Wednesday that it will pay its 2,500 furloughed workers through the end of this month while the casino is closed because of coronavirus fears, and will continue their health benefits at least through the end of April. “Like other casinos in the region, Thunder Valley will continue to pay team members through the end of the March and reassess at that time,’ spokesman Doug Elmets said in an announcement that was to be shared with employees on Wednesday.

Read more: Sam Stanton, Sacramento Bee