Penn National Gaming would like to split into two companies. One would be in charge of their gaming operations while the other would handle the real estate assets. The regulatory agencies in the 18 states where Penn National Gaming operates, as well as Ontario, must approve. Despite concerns over whether ... Read More
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Aug2013
Could electronic raffle machines become the next illegal gambling battleground? While Ohio lawmakers were debating the legality of Internet cafes, over 500 of these electronic raffle machines were being installed at VFW posts and fraternal lodges throughout the state. Supporters say the machines are for charitable purposes. But they look ... Read More
August 13, 2013ogadmin
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Aug2013
All four casinos showed revenue increases in July, after all had declined in June. In fact, among all casinos and racinos, only Scioto Downs showed a decline.
Horseshoe Cincinnati had the largest increase. Their $19.26 million was a 9.4% increase over June. Hollywood Columbus had revenues of $17.48 million, a 6% ... Read More
August 13, 2013ogadmin
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Aug2013
Looking for the best venue to play the slots? In July, that would have been the Horseshoe Cleveland casino, which is a complete reversal from being the toughest. Payouts at Horseshoe Cleveland in July were 93.07 cents for every dollar played, highest since the casino opened. Horseshoe Cincinnati was next ... Read More
August 13, 2013ogadmin
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Aug2013
On July 24, authorities in Cleveland closed the Lucky Palms 777 sweepstakes café. The Cuyahoga county prosecutor has declared that all 52 of the original Internet cafes that had been operating in the county were now out of business.
It is believed less than 300 Internet cafes remain throughout the state.
August 7, 2013ogadmin
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Aug2013
The Ohio Supreme Court has agreed to hear the case challenging the legality of Ohio’s racinos. Last year a Franklin County trial court judge ruled Ohio Roundtable had no legal standing to challenge the constitutionality of VLTs at Ohio’s horse racing tracks. Earlier this year, the 10th District Court of ... Read More
August 7, 2013ogadmin
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Aug2013
Penn National Gaming has announced that when the Austintown and Dayton racinos open in 2014, they will do so with fewer VLTs than had originally been planned. The original plans called for 1,500 VLTs at each location. Instead they will open with 1,000 VLTs. Penn National Gaming admitted that lower ... Read More
August 7, 2013ogadmin
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Jun2013
Supporters of Internet cafes have vowed to take the next step of putting the issue before the voters in a referendum. The deadline to get on the November 2013 ballot is July 3. Given the tight timing and number of signatures required, the referendum will most likely appear, if at ... Read More
June 11, 2013ogadmin
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Jun2013
The Miami Valley Gaming & Racing racino, being built along I-75, is planning to open in December. The racino will feature a 5/8 mile harness racing track and 2,500 VLTs. This is a joint venture between Churchill Downs and Delaware North Cos. Gaming & Entertainment.
June 11, 2013ogadmin
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Jun2013
By a 27-6 vote, the Ohio Senate passed HB 7, which effectively bans Internet cafes by prohibiting cash payouts and capping prize payouts at $10. Governor Kasich signed the bill into law on June 4. There was no emergency clause so the law will take effect in 90 days. That ... Read More
June 10, 2013ogadmin