Gulf Coast Gaming News: Casino Updates and Industry Headlines

Gulf Coast Gaming News: Casino Updates and Industry Headlines

By Michael Harrison

December 21, 2024 at 12:56 AM

The Mississippi Gaming Commission (MGC) has approved a site for a new casino resort in Biloxi, marking potential for the first new Gulf Coast casino development since recent years.

Recent Gulf Coast casino industry developments include:

  • Hurricane Francine causing temporary casino closures
  • Beau Rivage Casino winning lawsuit regarding drunk gambler detention
  • Federal indictments following a fatal shooting at a Mississippi casino
  • Louisiana casinos experiencing nine consecutive months of revenue decline
  • Cordish announcing $270M Live! Casino Hotel project in Bossier City

A March 2022 incident at Beau Rivage Resort & Casino is proceeding to jury trial, while a separate violent incident involved a disturbed individual attempting a crime at the same location.

Louisiana gaming updates:

  • Treasure Chest Casino near New Orleans preparing land-based facility
  • Riverboat gaming revenue decrease in April
  • Potential elimination of sports betting commercials through new legislation

Mississippi developments:

  • Consideration of casino law amendments following Biloxi controversy
  • Increased sports betting revenue
  • Gaming Commission approval for long-delayed Biloxi casino project after 15 years
  • WaterView Casino addressing security incident
  • Former Margaritaville Casino property sale

Regional incidents:

  • Hard Rock Tampa thwarted terrorist threat resulting in 18-year sentence
  • Storm damage to Alabama casino boats affecting local infrastructure

This comprehensive overview reflects current Gulf Coast gaming industry trends, regulatory changes, and significant events affecting casino operations across Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida.

Related Articles

Previous Articles