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Miami Valley Gaming Makes $3 Million Commitment to Warren County Fairgrounds Revitalization

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 EST

Miami Valley Gaming,a joint venture of Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment and Churchill Downs Incorporated, announced a $3 million commitment to Warren County’s efforts to revitalize the Warren County Fairgrounds.

Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment Brings Breast Cancer Fundraising Events to Several Gaming Venues

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (Oct. 22, 2012) – Motivated by the success of Southland Park Gaming & Racing’s Kennel Association’s 2011 Susan G. Komen for the Cure event, the Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment Racing Committee extended its breast-cancer awareness fundraising effort to include each company-owned-and-operated track.

Jumer's Casino and Hotel Opens New Restaurant

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 EST

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (March 1, 2012) – Jumer’s Casino and Hotel in Rock Island, Ill., is set to open a new restaurant at 4 p.m. today that celebrates the long history and achievements in food service of Delaware North Companies, which purchased and began operating the casino in 2011.

Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment Announces Joint Venture with Churchill Downs Incorporated to Develop Video Lottery Terminal Facility and Racetrack in Ohio

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, NY and LOUISVILLE, KY (March 1, 2012) – Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment, one of the most innovative gaming and racing operators in the country, and Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”), a premier racing, gaming and entertainment company, today announced their joint venture to purchase Lebanon Raceway in Lebanon, Ohio, and develop a new video lottery terminal (VLT) facility with up to 2,500 VLTs and a harness racetrack.

Paws for a Cause at Southland Park

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 EST

WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (Dec. 5, 2011) – The Arkansas Greyhound Kennel Association donated $30,000 to local charities Saturday, Nov. 5, at the second annual Paws for a Cause event, hosted by Southland Park Gaming and Racing.

Ohio Man Wins $100,000 Free Play in Wheeling Island Slot Tournament

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

And the $100,000 winner is…William Selby of Heath, OH. Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack presented Selby a check for $100,000 on Sunday, November 20, 2011 following the Final round of Wheeling Island’s signature $150,000 Slot Tournament event.

Southland Park Gaming & Racing to Begin $10 Million Renovation

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (Nov. 14, 2011) – Southland Park Gaming & Racing in West Memphis, Ark., today announced it is set to begin a $10 million renovation of its gaming and hospitality amenities in December to better serve a fast-growing patron base.

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack Opens New Live & Simulcast Racing Area

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack recently unveiled their newly upgraded live and simulcast greyhound racing areas as part of a majority facility renovation.

Hamburg Casino at the Fairgrounds to Host its first Wedding, on 11-11-11

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

HAMBURG, N.Y. (Nov. 10, 2011) – Hamburg Casino at the Fairgrounds plays host to its first wedding, Friday, which happens to be 11-11-11, when Monica Conlon and Mike Santasiero tie the knot.

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack Wins 17 First Place "Best of Gaming" Awards by Casino Player Magazine

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

WHEELING, W.Va. (August 10, 2011) – Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack is making its mark in casino entertainment. Thanks to the readers of Casino Player Magazine, America’s largest gaming publication, Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack was voted 17 First Place “Best of Gaming” awards in the 2011 readers’ poll.

Jumer's Casino and Hotel Voted "Best" by Industry Publications' Readers

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (August 10, 2011) – Jumer’s Casino & Hotel in Rock Island, Ill., was recently voted best in several categories in two separate magazine readers’ polls. The two publications were Casino Players Magazine and Midwest Gaming and Travel Magazine.

Ribbon Cutting At New Wheeling Island Buffet & Food Court

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island officials unveiled their newly remodeled Buffet and Food Court with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, July 12, 2011.

Wheeling Island Presents Classic Rock Favorites America

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

Live entertainment is back! Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack presents America “40th Anniversary Tour” in the showroom on Friday, July 8, 2011 at 8pm for a live performance.

Delaware North Companies Completes Acquisition, Begins Operating Jumer's Casino & Hotel in Rock Island, Ill.

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

ROCK ISLAND, Ill., and BUFFALO, N.Y. (April 27, 2011) – Delaware North Companies, a global hospitality company that owns and operates several U.S. casinos and gaming venues, today announced it has completed its acquisition of Jumer’s Casino & Hotel in Rock Island, Ill.

Wheeling Island Upper Gaming Level Is Open

Sat, 12 Mar 2011 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack is open offering slots, table games, poker, hotel, restaurants and simulcast wagering to guests despite the high river waters. The only area not available at this time is live greyhound racing.

Wheeling Island Cancels Friday Evening Live Racing

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 EST

WHEELING, W.Va. (January 21, 2011) — Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack announced they will cancel their live greyhound racing 7:30pm posttime on Friday, January 21, 2011 due to cold temperatures. Their regular live racing schedule will resume on Saturday, January 22, 2011 with a 12:30pm & 7:30pm posttime.

New Year's Eve Party and Giveaways at Wheeling Island!

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling, WV – December 29, 2010) Wheeling Island will host the area’s hottest New Year’s Eve party this Thursday, December 30th and Friday, December 31st with a live dance party featuring The Celebrity All Stars band in the showroom.

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack Announces Wheeling Island Christmas Wish

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 00:00:00 EST

In the spirit of giving, Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack is working to make a difference in the community this holiday season with their Wheeling Island Christmas Wish toy drive.

Wheeling Island Donates Thanksgiving Turkeys

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack is helping feed families in Ohio County this holiday season with a charitable donation of 250 turkeys to the Soup Kitchen of Greater Wheeling, The Wheeling Salvation Army, YWCA and Wheeling Health Right.

Ohio Man Wins $100,000 Cash In Wheeling Island Slot Tournament

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 00:00:00 EST

And the $100,000 winner is…G C Dahms, of Columbiana, OH. Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack presented Dahms a check for $100,000 on Sunday, November 21, 2010 following the Final round of Wheeling Island’s signature $100,000 Slot Tournament event.

Wheeling Island Guest Hits for $877,751 Jackpot on CA$HOLA Progressive Slot Machine

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack proudly awarded John Ferrell of Massillon, OH an $877,751 jackpot on one of their CA$HOLA multi-state progressive slot machines on Monday, October 25, 2010.

Hard Knocks Fight Night 30 Coming to Wheeling Island

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 00:00:00 EST

Jerry Thomas’ West Virginia Sports Promotions, Inc. and the Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack are pleased to present “Hard Knocks Fight Night 30”, a special night of live boxing and kick boxing featuring the region’s top MMA fighters, professional Boxers, Kick Boxers and more. Coming this Saturday, October 23rd at 7:30pm in the Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack Showroom.

Delaware North to Acquire Jumer's Casino & Hotel in Illinois

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Delaware North Companies, a global hospitality company that owns and operates several U.S. casinos and gaming venues, the Jumer family and Jumer’s Casino officials today announced that Delaware North is acquiring the Jumer’s Casino & Hotel located in Rock Island, Ill., for $180 million. The agreement is subject to general conditions, including the approval of the Illinois Gaming Board.

Hamburg Casino at the Fairgrounds Celebrates Grand Opening

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

The new Hamburg Casino at the Fairgrounds, in conjunction with the Erie County Agricultural Society, today celebrated the grand opening of the new $25.4 million gaming and entertainment center at the Erie County Fairgrounds.

Green programs work for employees at Fairgrounds Gaming & Raceway

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EST

Dressing down at work will mean dressing up the neighborhoods of Western New York as workers at Fairgrounds Gaming & Raceway don their everyday digs to donate to a couple of green causes.

Wheeling Island Presents Country Legend George Jones

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EST

The legendary country musician George Jones will return to the Wheeling Island showroom on Friday, April 9, 2010 at 9pm for a live perform.

Wheeling Island Presents Great White & Dokken

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack kicks off their 2010 Concert Series with Great White & Dokken on March 26, 2010 at 8pm in the Wheeling Island Showroom.

Wheeling Island Hosts Darvin Moon Poker Challenge

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island welcomes Darvin Moon to host his own tournament series January 14-18, 2010.

Ohio Man Wins $100,000 in Wheeling Island Casino Slot Tournament

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack presented James a check for $100,000 on Sunday, November 22, 2009 following the Final round of Wheeling Island’s signature $100,000 Slot Tournament event.

Wheeling Island Presents Collin Raye With Special Guest Restless Heart

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack welcomes the return of Collin Raye with special guest Restless Heart to the showroom for a live performance on Saturday, November 21 at 9pm.

WSOP 2009 Main Event Winner Joe Cada, But Darvin Moon The Real Hero Of The Tournament

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

In a WSOP tournament full of surprises, none is more astonishing than the runner-up who so very nearly took the crown himself. Darvin Moon has become a bit of an enigma throughout the event and many are wondering how this 46 year old down to earth Maryland logger almost managed to take down the prestigious title.

Wheeling Island Presents Diamond Rio with special guest Little Texas

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Diamond Rio with special guest Little Texas will take the Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack showroom stage for a live performance on Friday, October 30 at 9pm.

Engelbert Humperdinck Performs For A Sell-Out Crowd This Sunday at Wheeling Island

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

In a sold out concert event, Engelbert Humperdinck will take the Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack showroom stage for a live performance on Sunday, October 11 at 8pm.

Wheeling Island Presents Country Rock Legends Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack welcomes Nitty Gritty Dirt Band for a live performance on Saturday, October 3 at 9pm in the Wheeling Island Showroom.

Wheeling Island Kicks Off The Labor Day Weekend With Chubby Checker

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack kicks-off the Labor Day weekend celebration with Chubby Checker live on Thursday, September 3 at 8pm in the Wheeling Island Showroom.

Aqueduct Gaming Announces the Addition of the Harrah's Brand

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST

Aqueduct Gaming LLC announced today that Harrah’s, one of the most respected names in the gaming world, has joined its team.

Aqueduct Gaming Announces Community-Based, Right-Sized Development Plan

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST

Aqueduct Gaming LLC, a coalition of New York companies bidding for the right to redevelop and operate video lottery gaming at Aqueduct Racetrack, today released details of its proposal aimed at ensuring that Queens’ community character and concerns are fully addressed in the project.

Special Queens County Survey: The Aqueduct Redevelopment

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST

Creating Jobs, Maintaining Neighborhood Character Keys to Redevelopment

Wheeling Island Welcomes Grammy Award Winner Peter Frampton

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack welcomes legendary guitarist Peter Frampton for a live performance on Friday, August 21 at 9pm in the Wheeling Island Showroom.

Southland Park Receives International Environmental Certification

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST

Southland Park Gaming & Racing has received international certification that its operations are environmentally friendly.

Wheeling Island Hosts Comedian Joe Piscopo & Cast Members Of The Soprano's In Celebration Of The Upper Ohio Valley Italian Festival

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST

In celebration of the Upper Ohio Valley Italian Festival, Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack welcomes comedian Joe Piscopo on Friday, July 24 at 9pm and the "Shut Up & Eat" Dinner Party & Book Signing on Saturday, July 25 at 8pm in the Wheeling Island Showroom.

Wheeling Island WSOP Satellite Winner Secures Main Event Final Table Seat

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST

2009 November Nine: Darvin Moon

Published by: PokerListings.com
Posted In: WSOP Blog, Tournament Trail
Darvin Moon might be the next amateur to make a big finish at the WSOP Main Event entering the final table as the overwhelming chip leader.

Wheeling Island Presents Alan Parsons Live Project This Saturday

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:00:00 EST

Entertainment returns to the Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack showroom with a live performance by Alan Parsons Live Project this Saturday, July 18, 2009 at 9pm.

Wheeling Island Presents The CAN'T STOP ROCKIN' 2009 TOUR Featuring Styx & REO Speedwagon With Special Guests .38 Special This Sunday

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack is hosting the biggest July 4th weekend celebration with multi-platinum artists Styx & REO Speedwagon with special guests .38 Special in an unprecedented concert event this Sunday, July 5, 2009 at 6pm in the Wheeling Island Stadium.

South Fayette Man Makes It To Main Event In World Series of Poker

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST

David Skidmore - "It's penthouse to the outhouse in poker, buddy."

Daytona Beach Kennel Club & Poker Room is First Gaming Facility in the United States to Achieve LEED Gold Certification

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 EST

Daytona Beach Kennel Club & Poker Room is the first gaming facility in the United States to achieve Leadership in Engineering and Environmental Design (LEED) gold certification from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).

Empire Resorts Teams with Delaware North Companies to Boost Revenue at The Monticello Casino & Raceway

Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:00 EST

Empire Resorts, Inc. and Delaware North Companies announced today that the Company is teaming up with Delaware North Companies under a multi-year management agreement that will provide strategic advisory, marketing, and management services for the Company’s gaming and racing operations at Monticello Casino & Raceway.

Wheeling Island Pairs Up with Rock Hall of Fame Inductee Dave Mason for Core Benefit Concert

Tue, 12 May 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack is pairing up with rock legend and 2004 Rock Hall of Fame inductee Dave Mason for a special cause. Dave Mason returns to the Wheeling Island showroom for a special live performance on Saturday, May 16 at 9pm.

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack Launches the Return of Wheeling Island Idol Amateur Singing Contest

Tue, 12 May 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack is looking to discover the next big talent in the regional area with the return of Wheeling Island Idol Amateur Singing Contest open to all persons 21 or older.

Wheeling Island Welcomes Back Herman's Hermits Featuring Peter Noone

Tue, 05 May 2009 00:00:00 EST

The unmistakable sounds of British rock band Herman’s Hermits Featuring Peter Noone return to the Wheeling Island showroom for a live performance on Thursday, May 7 at 8pm.