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Vegas News February 16 2020 | Jimbo Out, Bet MGM Soon and another Look at Vegas Rumors
February 16, 2020 Marc

Vegas News | Jimbo Out, Bet MGM Soon and another Look at Vegas Rumors

This week in Las Vegas was dominated by one story. No, it wasn’t MGM Resorts announcing new sustainable sourcing goals for eggs and chickens. Just prior to reporting earnings, MGM Resorts sent out a press release that Jim Murren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, informed the Company’s Board of Directors that he will step down from his positions before his contract expires.

Sahara Las Vegas
February 15, 2020 Marc

SLS Becomes New SAHARA Las Vegas

I recently visited the renovated SAHARA Las Vegas for a breakfast meeting and happy hour. The breakfast meeting was the first time my friend and I visited the new Sahara post renovations. Our discussion over coffee about the new Sahara went something like this.

Vegas News 8 December 2019 | Rio and Circus Circus Redux, Rodeo, and Residency Rumors
December 8, 2019 Marc

Vegas News | Rio and Circus Circus Redux, Rodeo, and Residency Rumors

We start this week’s Vegas News mentioning that The National Finals Rodeo (NFR) is in town! There will be cowboys and cowgirls all over Las Vegas for another week. The weeks after Thanksgiving and before Christmas used to be a quiet period to visit Las Vegas. The rooms were cheap and too many people didn’t visit. That’s not quite the case anymore with the rise in popularity of the NFR.

Vegas News 20 October 2019 | 2 Casinos Sold - Another On The Block?
October 20, 2019 Marc

Vegas News | 2 Casinos Sold, Another On The Block?

What a week! The Global Gaming Expo (G2E) was a blur. That blur sparked many memories both inside and outside of the expo itself. I’ll share thoughts on G2E another day. Let’s direct attention to the Vegas News focusing on casinos sold!

Vegas News | G2E Preview + This Week Was a Blur
October 13, 2019 Marc

Vegas News | G2E Preview + This Week Was a Blur

The Las Vegas PR machines might be slow right now but this week was a blur and I expect more of the same next week. A friend was in town for a conference and that gave me an excuse to enjoy Las Vegas like a tourist for a few days. Let’s get to all the Vegas scoop, and also my Vegas News G2E Preview.

Vegas News 22 September 2019 | MGM Rumors Continue and New Players Clubs in Las Vegas
September 22, 2019 Marc

Vegas News | MGM Rumors Continue and New Players Clubs in Las Vegas

We made it through another Vegas summer! High temperatures appear to be in the double digits for the rest of the year. Low temperatures will be in the mid 50’s by the end of the week with highs less than 80. This summer in Las Vegas wasn’t as brutal as recent years, but it’s still nice to be able to drive with the windows down again.

There are lots of rumors floating around about the future of a few Las Vegas casinos. “Rumors” might have accelerated to “talks” but the deals still aren’t agreed to so there’s nothing officially happening…yet.

Vegas News 8 September 2019 | New Booze Fees, Football Season, and Drama
September 8, 2019 Marc

Vegas News | New Booze Fees, Football Season, and Drama

We’re heading into my second favorite time of the year to be in Las Vegas. Temperatures cool but aren’t really cool. It’s warm but not hot. It’s still iced coffee weather but air conditioning isn’t necessary. It’s the best time to enjoy the great outdoors.