Monthly Archives: May 2011

Next Missouri Gaming Commission Meeting

The next Missouri Gaming Commission meeting is June 22nd at 9a.m. in Jefferson City.

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Herbst=Affinity

This is from PokerNews.com Herbst Gaming LLC announced on Monday that it is seeking a change of fortunes by changing its name to Affinity Gaming LLC. Herbst Gaming LLC was created to take over the bankrupt Herbst Gaming Inc. and … Continue reading

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Former MGC Executive Director Irwin

Thomas Irwin has been appointed to the St. Louis Board of Police Commissioners for a term ending January 31, 2015. Governor Jay Nixon appointed Irwin who currently serves as executive director of Civic Progress in St.Louis. He has also served … Continue reading

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Ameristar

Ameristar Casinos, Inc. (NASDAQ :ASCA) announced today that the Estate of Craig H. Neilsen (the "Selling Stockholder"), an affiliate of the Company, has agreed to sell 4,560,055 of its shares of the Company's common stock in an underwritten public offering. … Continue reading

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Smoking Bans

A smoking ban summit will be held in the St.Louis area. The goal is to be more consistent. Mike Winter of the Missouri Gaming Association is quoted regarding smoking bans on casino floors. Read the story here in the St.Louis … Continue reading

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Lady Luck in Caruthersville

Isle of Capri officials have closed the Lady Luck casino in Caruthersville due to flooding. The Southeast Missourian newspaper offers comprehensive coverage. Read the stories here.

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