Missouri Gaming Commission News and Information

St. Louis County Prosecutor’s Office

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 4, 2026

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MO – Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway
and St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Melissa Price Smith
today announced a coordinated enforcement initiative to remove illegal gambling devices from businesses throughout St. Louis County.
Following recent federal court rulings confirming that unregulated “gray market” machines—often found in gas stations, bars, and convenience stores—constitute illegal gambling devices under Missouri law, both offices are issuing a final warning to all owners and operators.
The Enforcement Directive Any person or business in possession of an illegal gambling machine in St. Louis County that meets the definition of a “gambling device” under RSMo Chapter 572 is hereby advised that they must have these machines removed or otherwise permanently disabled by June 1, 2026.
Failure to comply with this deadline will result in prosecution under the laws of the State of Missouri.
“When businesses profit from illegal gambling, they are not only ignoring the law, they put our communities at risk by creating magnets for additional criminal activity,” said Attorney General Hanaway. “My office applauds St. Louis County for upholding the rule of law and we will work collaboratively with local officials to hold any business accountable for engaging in unlawful activity”.
St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Melissa Price Smith added: “Our priority is the safety and integrity of our community. By setting this June 1 deadline, we are providing a clear window for voluntary compliance. After that date, my office will move forward with criminal charges against those who continue to violate state gambling statutes”. Background on RSMo Chapter 572 Under Missouri law, a gambling device is defined as any machine on which a player risks money on the outcome of a game of chance and where the result cannot be fully determined by the player’s skill. Recent judicial decisions have clarified that many “no-
chance” or “video lottery” terminals currently in operation fall strictly within this prohibited category.

Congratulations to Linda Hardey for five years of service with the Missouri Gaming Commission! “Linda Hardey is our administrative support assistant at Isle of Capri Boonville. She is easy to talk to, friendly, and cheerful.  Linda was born in Germany and has lived all over the world.  Linda also serves as a firefighter for the Cooper County Fire District. We congratulate Linda on five years with MGC” ~LeAnn McCarthy, Licensing and Discipline Manager.

Linda is shown receiving a Certificate of Appreciation from Deputy Director Kevin Bond during the February Commission meeting.

MEETING NOTICE
Date: February 24, 2026
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Place: Missouri Gaming Commission
3417 Knipp Drive
Jefferson City, Missouri
**Special Accommodations: Accommodations for people with disabilities are available. Please contact us either by telephone at (573) 526-2326, or e-mail at MeetingCoordinator@mgc.dps.mo.gov, 72 hours in advance of the meeting, if possible.
Tentative Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Motion to Close Meeting under Sections 313.847, RSMo., Investigatory, Proprietary, and Application Records and 610.021(1), RSMo., Legal Actions and Matters Subject to Attorney Client Privilege and Legal Work Product, (3) and (13) Personnel, (12) Contracts and (14) Records Protected from Disclosure by Law
III. Motion to Open Meeting
IV. Adjournment

MEETING NOTICE

Link to watch: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/21546782185260?p=dZcghkUJXTHmh09ijo
Date: February 25, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Place: Missouri Gaming Commission
3417 Knipp Drive
Jefferson City, Missouri
*Special Accommodations: Accommodations for people with disabilities are available. Please contact us either by telephone at (573) 526-2326, or email at MeetingCoordinator@mgc.dps.mo.gov, 72 hours in advance of the meeting, if possible.
Tentative Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Team Member Recognition
III. Adoption of Agenda
IV. Consideration of Minutes
A. January 22, 2026
B. January 28, 2026
C. January 29, 2026
V. Consideration of Licensure of Class A and B Licensees
PENN Entertainment, Inc. (Class A)
The Missouri Gaming Company, LLC
d/b/a Argosy Riverside Casino (Class B)

• Presentation by Applicant
• Presentation by City of Riverside
• Public Comment
• Investigative Summary
• Staff Recommendation
  D. Resolution No. 26-004 (PENN Entertainment, Inc.)
  E. Resolution No. 26-005 (The Missouri Gaming
  Company, LLC)
  FREE PROBLEM GAMBLING HELPLINE • 1-800-GAMBLER
  VI. Consideration of Licensure of Level I/Key Applicant
  F. Resolution No. 26-006
  VII. Consideration of Relicensure of Key Person Licensees
  G. Resolution No. 26-007
  VIII. Consideration of Waiver of Institutional Investor
  H. Nokomis Capital, L.L.C.

1. Resolution No. 26-008
   IX. Consideration of Settlement for Bingo Licensee
   I. Bolivar Memorial DAV Chapter 66
2. Resolution No. 26-002-B
   X. Public Comment by Individuals Wishing to Address the Commission Regarding an Agenda Item Pursuant to 11 CSR 45-2.010
   XI. Motion for Closed Meeting under Sections 313.847, RSMo., Investigatory, Proprietary and Application Records and 610.021(1), RSMo., Legal Actions and Matters Subject to Attorney Client Privilege and Legal Work Product, (3) and (13) Personnel, (12) Contracts and (14) Records Protected from Disclosure by Law
   XII. Motion to Open Meeting
   XIII. Adjournment

MEETING NOTICE
Date: January 28, 2026
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Place: Missouri Gaming Commission
3417 Knipp Drive
Jefferson City, Missouri
**Special Accommodations: Accommodations for people with
disabilities are available. Please contact us either by telephone at (573)
526-2326, or e-mail at MeetingCoordinator@mgc.dps.mo.gov, 72 hours
in advance of the meeting, if possible.
Tentative Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Motion to Close Meeting under Sections 313.847, RSMo.,
Investigatory, Proprietary, and Application Records and
610.021(1), RSMo., Legal Actions and Matters Subject to
Attorney Client Privilege and Legal Work Product, (3) and
(13) Personnel, (12) Contracts and (14) Records Protected
from Disclosure by Law
III. Motion to Open Meeting
IV. Adjournment

MEETING NOTICE
Date: January 29, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Place: Missouri Gaming Commission
3417 Knipp Drive
Jefferson City, Missouri
Join the meeting now
*Special Accommodations: Accommodations for people with
disabilities are available. Please contact us either by telephone at
(573) 526-2326, or email at MeetingCoordinator@mgc.dps.mo.gov,
72 hours in advance of the meeting, if possible.
Tentative Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Adoption of Agenda
III. Consideration of Minutes
A. December 2, 2025
B. December 3, 2025
IV. Consideration of Hearing Officer Recommendation
C. Richard L. Gaston

1. Resolution No. 26-001
   V. Consideration of Licensure of Level I/Key Applicant
   D. Resolution No. 26-002
   VI. Consideration of Relicensure of Key Person Licensees
   E. Resolution No. 26-003
   VII. Consideration of Disciplinary Action
   F. HGI-St. Jo, LLC d/b/a St. Jo Frontier Casino
2. DC-26-004
   
3. VIII. Consideration of Settlement for Bingo Licensee
4. G. West Plains Elks Lodge #2418
5. Resolution No. 26-001-B
   IX. Public Comment by Individuals Wishing to Address the Commission
   Regarding an Agenda Item Pursuant to 11 CSR 45-2.010
   X. Motion for Closed Meeting under Sections 313.847, RSMo., Investigatory,
   Proprietary and Application Records and 610.021(1), RSMo., Legal Actions
   and Matters Subject to Attorney Client Privilege and Legal Work Product, (3)
   and (13) Personnel, (12) Contracts and (14) Records Protected from Disclosure
   by Law
   XI. Motion to Open Meeting
   XII. Adjournment

SPORTS WAGERING STARS! Congratulations to the MGC Licensing Team on the successful launch of sports wagering for Missourians.
“The successful completion of the initial temporary licensing of more than 2,600 licensees is a remarkable accomplishment and a testament to the dedication, professionalism, and tireless work of our licensing staff. Meeting the December 1, 2025, constitutional deadline required extraordinary coordination, long hours, and unwavering attention to detail. I am exceptionally proud of this team and deeply appreciative of their commitment to ensuring Missouri’s sports wagering framework was implemented on time, responsibly, and in full compliance with the will of the voters,” Mike Leara, Missouri Gaming Commission Executive Director.
Shown receiving congratulations from Mike Leara are Kayla Bradley, Stephanie Miller, and Elizabeth Miles.

Congratulations to Network Infrastructure Technician Coy Bond for five years with the MGC! Coy is a great asset to the agency, as we rely on his expertise to keep our computers running smoothly.
“He’s the kind of teammate you can hand anything to and know that it will get done right. Coy is a role model for consistency and positivity,” Network Manager Ted Smith said.
Coy is shown with a Certificate of Appreciation from Deputy Director Kevin Bond after the December Commission meeting.

In 2005, Barbara Whittle began her career with the Missouri Gaming Commission as a bingo auditor. She has since worked her way through the ranks, and she now holds the title of Bingo and Fantasy Sports Manager. Barbara is known for being passionate about her work and she cares about her staff and coworkers.

“Barbara is more than a boss. She is a role model and a friend. Her kindness and thoughtfulness mean more than words can express. I feel so lucky to work for someone who generally cares about me as a person,” Rachel Farr said.

Barb is shown receiving a Certificate of Appreciation from Deputy Director Kevin Bond at the December Commission meeting. Barb, thank you for twenty years of dedicated service to the Missouri Gaming Commission!

“This amazing group of people basically built sports wagering for the state of Missouri from the ground up.” Chairman Jan Zimmerman.

From left, the team consists of Cheryl Alonzo, Seth Brown, Nikki Evans, Heather Berhorst, and Leshia Kempker. They are shown receiving recognition from Executive Director Mike Leara at the December Commission meeting.

Congratulations to the sports wagering rule-writing team on a phenomenal job! They worked long days, nights, weekends, and even holidays to meet the constitutional deadline of December 1st.

MEETING NOTICE
Date: December 2, 2025
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Place: Missouri Gaming Commission
3417 Knipp Drive
Jefferson City, Missouri
**Special Accommodations: Accommodations for people with
disabilities are available. Please contact us either by telephone at (573)
526-2326, or e-mail at MeetingCoordinator@mgc.dps.mo.gov, 72 hours
in advance of the meeting, if possible.
Tentative Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Motion to Close Meeting under Sections 313.847, RSMo.,
Investigatory, Proprietary, and Application Records and
610.021(1), RSMo., Legal Actions and Matters Subject to
Attorney Client Privilege and Legal Work Product, (3) and
(13) Personnel, (12) Contracts and (14) Records Protected
from Disclosure by Law
III. Motion to Open Meeting
IV. Adjournment

MEETING NOTICE
Date: December 3, 2025
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Place: Missouri Gaming Commission
3417 Knipp Drive
Jefferson City, Missouri
Join the meeting now
*Special Accommodations: Accommodations for people with
disabilities are available. Please contact us either by telephone at (573)
526-2326, or email at MeetingCoordinator@mgc.dps.mo.gov, 72
hours in advance of the meeting, if possible.
Tentative Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Team Member Recognition
III. Adoption of Agenda
IV. Consideration of Minutes
A. October 28, 2025
B. October 29, 2025
V. Consideration of Ratification of Extension of Licensure
C. Resolution No. 25-177
VI. Consideration of Omnibus Petition for Approval of
Transfer of Interest and Change in Control
D. DeA Communications S.A.

1. Resolution No. 25-178
   VII. Consideration of Licensure of Certain Key/Level I
   Applicants
   E. Resolution No. 25-179
   FREE PROBLEM GAMBLING HELPLINE • 1-800-GAMBLER

VIII. Consideration of Relicensure of Certain Key Person Licensees
F. Resolution No. 25-180
IX. Consideration of Relicensure of Class A Licensee and Key Business Entity
Century Casinos, Inc.

• Presentation by Applicant
• Public Comment
• Investigatory Summary
• MBE/WBE Compliance Review
• Staff Recommendation
  G. Resolution No. 25-181 (Century Casinos, Inc.)
  H. Resolution No. 25-182 (Key Business Entities)
  X. Consideration of Licensure of Supplier Key Business Entities
  I. DeA Communications S.A.

1. Resolution No. 25-183
   J. Gaming Partners International Corporation
2. Resolution No. 25-184
   K. Johto Investment and Development, Inc. d/b/a Johto Kosan
3. Resolution No. 25-185
   L. TVG Atlas Holdings GP LLC
4. Resolution No. 25-186
   M. TVG Atlas US Holdings LP
5. Resolution No. 25-187
   N. TVG Atlas Parent Inc.
6. Resolution No. 25-188
   O. TVG Atlas Intermediate Inc.
7. Resolution No. 25-189
   P. TVG Atlas Buyer Inc.
8. Resolution No. 25-190
   Q. TVG Atlas Aggregator LP
9. Resolution No. 25-191
   R. TVG Atlas Aggregator GP LLC
10. Resolution No. 25-192
    

XI. Consideration of Relicensure of Supplier Key Business Entities
S. JFG Privatstiftung
Novo Invest GmbH
NOVOMATIC AG
NOVUM SWISS AG

1. Resolution No. 25-193
   XII. Consideration of Relicensure of Certain Supplier
   T. Acres Manufacturing Company
   Resolution No. 25-194
   XIII. Consideration of Disciplinary Actions
   U. St. Louis Gaming Ventures, LLC, d/b/a Hollywood Casino St. Louis
2. DC-25-108
   V. HGI – Mark Twain, LLC d/b/a Mark Twain Casino
3. DC-25-109
   XIV. Consideration of Waiver of Institutional Investor
   W. AWM Investment Company, Inc.
4. Resolution No. 25-195
   XV. Consideration of Relicensure of Bingo Manufacturers and Supplier
   X. Bingo Manufacturers
5. Resolution No. 25-001-B
   Y. Bingo Suppliers
6. Resolution No. 25-002-B
   XVI. Public Comment by Individuals Wishing to Address the Commission Regarding
   an Agenda Item Pursuant to 11 CSR 45-2.010
   XVII. Motion for Closed Meeting under Sections 313.847, RSMo., Investigatory,
   Proprietary and Application Records and 610.021(1), RSMo., Legal Actions and
   Matters Subject to Attorney Client Privilege and Legal Work Product, (3) and
   (13) Personnel, (12) Contracts and (14) Records Protected from Disclosure by
   Law
   XVIII. Motion to Open Meeting
   XIX. Adjournment