VOL 26 ISSUE 40, Oct. 6, 2025
Casino Player and Strictly Slots, gaming industry trade publications, recently named five Delaware North gaming locations to their annual “best of” lists.
The lists both factor in readers’ votes and celebrate properties that provide exceptional guest experiences in a wide range of categories.
Casino Player’s Best of Gaming Awards is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and “recognize casinos all around the country in numerous categories. …Casino Players receives thousands of votes each year, with readers noting their favorites and properties that really shine.”
Delaware North locations receiving recognition from Casino Player:
- Southland Casino Hotel, Delaware North’s superregional casino in West Memphis, Ark., finished in the top three overall resorts in the Tunica, Miss., area. Southland also hit the mark with first place rankings in Tunica for Best Hotel, Best Hotel Lobby, Best Suites, Favorite Casino Resort for a Staycation, Best Players Club, Best Hosts, Best Dealers, Best Non-Smoking Casino/Area, Best Craps and Best Video Slots.
- Miami Valley Gaming (MVG), Delaware North’s joint venture with Churchill Downs Inc. in Lebanon, Ohio, is the No. 1 overall gaming resort in the Racino category. MVG also topped the charts as Favorite Casino Resort for a Staycation, Best Casino, Best Players Club, Best Hosts, Best Comps, Best Promotions, Casino Where You Feel Luckiest, Best Reel Slots/VLTs, Best Video Slots/VLTs and Friendliest Sportsbook.
- Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack, located in Wheeling, W.Va., brought home the No. 1 ranking in the Racino category for Best Hotel Staff, Best Suites and Best VIP Lounge/Services.
Strictly Slots’ Best of Racino Awards 2025 are an “annual celebration of the most exceptional racino properties in the U.S. From fan favorites to hidden gems, these winners represent the gold standard in gaming, service and unforgettable guest experiences. Chosen by readers and industry experts alike, they showcase what makes racinos truly special.”
Delaware North locations receiving recognition from Strictly Slots:
- Miami Valley Gaming (MVG), was recognized in the Ohio market in a number of categories, including Best Overall Racino, Best Fine Dining (Cin City Sea & Steak), Friendliest Racino, Best Casino, Best Variety of Slots/VLTs, Racino Where You Feel Luckiest, Best Comps, Best View and Best Simulcasting.
- Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack, received the No. 1 ranking for Best Overall Racino, Friendliest Racino, Best High-End Slots, Best Players Club, Best Live Racing, Best Simulcasting and Best Special Events, all for the West Virginia market.
- Mardi Gras Casino & Resort, located near Charleston, W.Va., received first place honors in the West Virginia market for Best Casual Dining (Cafe Orleans) and Best Lounge.
- Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack, located in Farmington, N.Y., topped the charts as Friendliest Racino, Best Video Poker, Racino Where You Feel Luckiest and Best Promotions.