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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.

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.

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.

William J. Bissett, President, Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

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.

Jumer's Casino & Hotel

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 15:00:00 EST

Jumer’s Casino & Hotel in Illinois

Jumer's Casino & Hotel in Illinois

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 15:00:00 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.

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

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

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.

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.

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

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 Presents Dwight Yoakam This Friday

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack welcomes Dwight Yoakam in an unprecedented concert event this Friday, June 12, 2009 at 8pm in the Wheeling Island Stadium. Yoakam kicks-off the first of two mega concerts events this summer in the outdoor venue.

Wheeling Island Releases Traffic Plan For Outdoor Concert Series

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack released today its plans to manage the thousands of visiting concert-goers expected to attend the Dwight Yoakam concert on Sunday, July 12, 2009 at 8pm in the Wheeling Island Stadium.

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).

Wheeling Island Rocks to the Sounds of Creedence Clearwater Revisited

Tue, 19 May 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack will present Creedence Clearwater Revisited on Friday, May 22 at 9pm in the Wheeling Island showroom.

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.

Southland Park and Local Scouts Support Earth Day

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST

Southland Park Gaming & Racing and Cub Scout Pack 172 from Marion, Arkansas teamed up to show their support for Earth Day on Saturday, April 18, 2009.

Cooks Meadow in Winter

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 11:00:00 EST

Photo Credit: Kenny Karst/DNC Parks & Resorts at Yosemite, Inc.

Wheeling Island Presents the Temptations

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Presents REO Speedwagon

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Presents Dwight Yoakam

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Presents 38 Special

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Presents STYX

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Presents Air Supply

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Presents Creedence

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel Suite

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel Room

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Presents Air Supply

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST

The legendary chart-toppers of the ‘80s make their debut performance at Wheeling Island’s newly expanded 1,000 seat showroom!

Yosemite National Park Hosts World War II Veterans Reunion

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST

The Ahwahnee’s Heritage Holidays Special Event Features Return of Naval Personnel

Wheeling Island Announces Outdoor summer Concert Series

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack made an unprecedented announcement today that they will host two major concert events in the Wheeling Island Stadium this summer.

Southland Park Recognizes Outstanding Employees

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST

Southland Park Gaming & Racing congratulates Lynda Rice for being named 2008 Associate of the Year and Barbara Van Laan as 2008 Leader of the Year. These awards recognize the hard work and dedication of these individuals to the associates of Southland Park, as well as their customers.

Wheeling Island Presents Country Legend George Jones

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST

Jones to perform live at Wheeling Island’s newly expanded 1,000 seat showroom! Jones to perform live at Wheeling Island’s newly expanded 1,000 seat showroom!

Wheeling Island Presents 80's Rock Legend Eddie Money

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST

Legendary 80s rock singer, songwriter Eddie Money will perform live in the Wheeling Island showroom on Friday, March 20 at 9pm.

Wheeling Island Presents Bret Michaels and the Rock of Love Tour 2009

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST

Bret Michaels to perform Rock of Love Tour 2009 at Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack.

Wheeling Island Presents "Mr. Las Vegas" Wayne Newtwon

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack will welcome "Mr. Las Vegas" Wayne Newton for a live show on March 7.

Wheeling Island Announces 2009 Spring Concert Series In 1,000 Seat Expanded Showroom

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack and Kennel Owners Donate New Dog Beds to Marshall County Animal Shelter

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack and its 18 kennel owners will donate over $1,320 to the Marshall County Animal Shelter for the purchase of much needed Kuranda dog beds.

Saratoga Gaming and Raceway Celebrates 5-Year Anniversary

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST

As the first racetrack in New York state to offer video gaming entertainment, Saratoga Gaming and Raceway is now celebrating its five-year anniversary.

Daytona Beach Kennel Club & Poker Room Sets New Records in January 2009

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST

With poker quickly becoming the hot new game for many people in Central Florida, Daytona Beach Kennel Club & Poker Room has quickly gained the reputation as one of the leading poker rooms in the state of Florida.

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack Cancels Live Greyhound Racing Today

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack will cancel its live greyhound racing post times on Friday, January 16, 2009 due to extreme weather conditions.

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack donates first batch of Wheeling Island christmas wish list toys to the Salvation Army

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:00 EST

Casino will provide over 100 holiday gifts and cash donations to local children in need today with7 days left to still make a donation!

Southland Park Gaming and Racing Sponsors Tournaments for Toys

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 EST

Southland held their 2nd Annual Twelve Tournaments of Christmas providing much needed toys and cash during tough economic times. Toys were raised by hosting video poker, handicapping, black jack and poker tournaments for the first twelve days of December.

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

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 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 from December 1 - 23, 2008.

Thunder from down under' australia's all-male revue is back this weekend at Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:00:00 EST

It's a "hunter widow weekend" at Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack with the return of the #1 male revue direct from the Las Vegas strip, Thunder From Down Under live on Friday & Saturday, November 28 & 29 at 9pm in the Wheeling Island showroom.