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Montcalm County Woman Wins $791,957 Jackpot Slots Fast Cash Progressive Jackpot

A Montcalm County woman turned a few dollars in winnings into a $791957 payday playing the Michigan Lottery's Jackpot Slots Fast Cash game. The 55-year-old player, who chose to remain anonymous, bought her winning ticket Feb. 26 at Trufant Gas and Party Store, located at 1101 Kohler Road in Trufant. Trufant is about 35 miles northeast of Grand…

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Gun Lake Casino’s $10M renovation to add new restaurants, gaming space

Gun Lake Casino will start construction next week on an extensive interior renovation that will add a new restaurant, bar and lounge as well as a high-stakes gaming room. The casino, a venture of the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi, or Gun Lake Tribe, located at 1123129th Ave. in Wayland Township will begin construction Monday on a $10…

Land-based ・ 15 March 2024

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Feds charge man for role in $700K Michigan casino heist

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - A man is facing federal fraud charges after allegedly scamming a Michigan casino out of $700000. U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan Mark Totten announced that Jesus Gaytan-Garcia has been charged in a criminal complaint with theft from the Hartford location of the Four Winds Casino, which is owned and operated…

Incidents ・ 12 March 2024

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Online gambling boom fuels addiction increase in Michigan

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - Michigan was the top state in the country for online gambling by the amount of revenue generated last year. The state generated $1.92 billion, topping New Jersey in total revenue by $115000, according to the Associated Press. The legalization has produced millions in state tax dollars but counselors and therapists at…

Gambling Addiction ・ 23 February 2024

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New restaurant, game room included in $10M Gun Lake Casino renovation

WAYLAND, MI - A new restaurant, bar and lounge, high-limit table games room and more are among a host of interior renovations planned for Gun Lake Casino. Construction on the improvements, which total $10 million, is expected to start this spring and be complete before the end of the year, according to a news release. "We are excited to announce…

Land-based ・ 09 February 2024

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Michigan Lottery: Man, 84, wins Jackpot Slots Fast Cash jackpot

An 84-year-old Michigan man says he went into shock after he won a Michigan Lottery jackpot prize worth $111368. James Conley of Hesperia won on a Jackpot Slots Fast Cash ticket he purchased Jan. 16 at Freeman's Leaky Tap located at 10193 Dickinson Avenue in Walkerville, according to the Michigan Lottery. Hesperia and Walkerville are located about…

Winnings ・ 27 January 2024

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Would you know if your teen was gambling online?

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - Do you know where your children are? Are they gambling online? One in six parents say if their teenager was betting online, they probably wouldn't know, a poll from the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children's Hospital found. More than half said they would definitely know if their teen was gambling online, and…

Gambling Addiction ・ 23 January 2024

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Indy Gaming: Red Rock’s long-stalled tribal casino deal near Fresno moving forward

Approval from Indian gaming regulators allows the central California project to start construction nearly two decades after the initial agreement was signed. Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate…

Industry ・ 18 January 2024

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Oceana County lottery club wins $1 million Powerball prize

LANSING - An Oceana County lottery club had to use their special code word for the first time after winning a $1 million Powerball prize from the Michigan Lottery. The two-person CCKMA club matched the five white balls in the Sept. 11 drawing to win the big prize: 09-25-27-53-66. The club's representative, Kristi Sadler, bought the winning ticket…

Lottery ・ 16 November 2023

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Oceana County Lottery Club Wins $1 Million Powerball Prize from the Michigan Lottery

An Oceana County lottery club had to use their special code word for the first time after winning a $1 million Powerball prize from the Michigan Lottery. The two-person CCKMA club matched the five white balls in the Sept. 11 drawing to win the big prize: 09-25-27-53-66. The club's representative, Kristi Sadler, bought the winning ticket at her bar,…

Lottery ・ 16 November 2023

Detroit Free Press

Michigan Lottery: Where biggest winning tickets were sold in October

Eight Michigan Lottery prizes worth $1 million or more were sold in October in Michigan, according to the Michigan Lottery. A ticket purchased online by a player registered to Grand Rapids won a Lotto 47 jackpot worth $3.4 million Oct. 25. Later that week, the jackpot was won again. A ticket purchased in Livonia won the $1 million prize Oct.…

Lottery ・ 14 November 2023

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Gun Lake Casino names new food and beverage director

WAYLAND, MI - Gun Lake Casino has announced Brant Coulter, the former executive chef at Firekeepers Casino Hotel near Battle Creek, will serve as its director of food and beverage operations. He started his job last week. "We are thrilled to welcome Brant Coulter to the Gun Lake Casino family," Lam Vongsakoun, vice president of hospitality at the…

Travel ・ 29 October 2023

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Michigan Lottery player wins $3.4 million Lotto 47 jackpot

A Michigan Lottery player has a huge jackpot prize waiting for them. A Lotto 47 ticket purchased online by a player registered in Grand Rapids matched the winning numbers drawn Wednesday - 1, 11, 22, 28, 43, 47 - to win the jackpot worth $3.4 million, according to the Michigan Lottery. The player with the winning ticket should contact the Lottery's…

Lottery ・ 26 October 2023

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Bridgeport Township raid yields numerous gambling devices, thousands in cash, more than $180K in gift cards confiscated

DETROIT, Oct. 23, 2023 - On Wednesday, Oct. 18, state investigators executed two search warrants following a joint investigation by the Michigan Department of Attorney General and the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) that yielded the confiscation of six slot-type gaming machines - four of which were Nudgemaster machines, 11 computers, $6306 in…

Incidents ・ 24 October 2023

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Historic $1.55 billion Powerball jackpot: Drawing on 10/9/23

The historic $1.55 billion Powerball jackpot will be up for grabs on Monday night, in what is the third-biggest prize in the game's history. Not only is this the third-largest jackpot in Powerball history, but it's just the fourth billion-dollar-plus prize ever. If you would like a chance at winning the $1.55 billion jackpot, you must purchase your…

Lottery ・ 10 October 2023

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Get tickets here for Wednesday night’s historic $1.2 billion Powerball jackpot

The current $1.2 billion Powerball jackpot is a historic figure-and it will be able to be won in Wednesday night's drawing. It's rare that a Powerball jackpot elevates to over the $1 billion mark. In fact, the current figure is the third biggest in Powerball history. Drawings occur each week on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights at…

Lottery ・ 04 October 2023

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The current $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot is one of the biggest jackpots in history, and you must buy your ticket(s) before the historic drawing on Monday night. If you want to participate in Monday night's Powerball drawing, you must purchase your ticket(s) ahead of the deadline at exactly 9:59 p.m. ET. This past Saturday's drawing saw white…

Lottery ・ 02 October 2023

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Casino worker swiped $85K while clearing jams from cash-out machines

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - A former worker at Gun Lake Casino in Allegan County admitted stealing nearly $85000 while clearing jams from cash-out machines. Jordan Lewis Cook pleaded guilty Friday, Sept. 8, in U.S. District Court in Grand Rapids to theft from an Indian Tribal Organization, a five-year felony. No sentencing date has been set. The thefts…

Incidents ・ 11 September 2023

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Michigan Slot Venues: 5 Must-Visit Spots For Thrilling Wins

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Bonuses ・ 09 September 2023

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The rise of gambling and its dangers

When you think of gambling, you may instantly think of Las Vegas. You think of fancy casinos, lots of money and massive jackpots. However, with new technology and social platforms, this perception is no longer the only scenario in which gambling is prevalent. In the last few years, many new laws have been put into place to allow sports gambling for…

Sports ・ 05 September 2023

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Allegan County Lottery Club Wins $862,958 Mega Money Match Fast Cash Jackpot

An Allegan County lottery club won a $862958 Mega Money Match Fast Cash jackpot their third time playing the Lottery together. The three-person Bunker Hill lottery club bought the winning ticket at Bunker Hill Chill & Grill, located at 4203 30 Street in Dorr. Dorr is about 20 miles south of Grand Rapids. "We recently formed our Lottery club, and…

Winnings ・ 31 January 2023

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Kent County Man Wins $337,757 Fantasy 5 Jackpot from the Michigan Lottery

A Kent County man's special set of numbers paid off in a big way when he won a $337757 Fantasy 5 jackpot from the Michigan Lottery. The lucky 64-year-old player, who chose to remain anonymous, matched the Fantasy 5 numbers in the Oct. 31 drawing to win the big prize: 02-07-19-20-25. He bought his winning ticket at Coit Libation Station, located at…

Winnings ・ 11 January 2023

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All In: Casinos in West Michigan

You don't have to go to Vegas to let the good times roll - West Michigan is home to multiple top-tier casinos and resorts. There are tons of reasons to visit a casino beyond just hitting the slots. Most casinos also have luxury resorts and hotels, spas, signature restaurants, live entertainment and more. It can be an afternoon visit, a night on the…

Sports ・ 13 November 2022

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IN-DEPTH: "Hidden Addiction" in spotlight one year after internet gambling legalized in MI

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Gambling is nothing new to the state of Michigan. It started with horse racing in 1933, before eventually expanding to casinos with card games and slots, and, in 2020, sports. Then, one year ago, the Michigan gambling industry went all in. Lawmakers gave the green light to gamble online in January 2021, helping the state hit…

Law ・ 07 November 2022

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Crews complete $24M overpass project serving casino along U.S. 131

ALLEGAN COUNTY, MI - A $23.7 million overpass project that helps improve the U.S. 131/M-179 interchange serving a West Michigan casino is now complete. The project in Allegan County, which began March 1 and wrapped up a month early, replaced the original interchange that was built in 1959. The Gun Lake Tribe and Michigan Department of…

Land-based ・ 11 October 2022

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Grand Rapids Woman Wins $150,000 Powerball Prize from the Michigan Lottery

A Grand Rapids woman feels relieved after winning a $150000 Powerball prize from the Michigan Lottery. Lisa Jekel, 50, matched the four white balls and the Powerball - 02-18-56-60-65 PB:14 - in the August 27 drawing to win a $50000 prize. Thanks to the Power Play, the prize was multiplied to $150000. She bought her winning ticket at D&W Quick Stop,…

Winnings ・ 15 September 2022

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Gun Lake Casino names new vice president of hospitality

WAYLAND, MI - Gun Lake Casino has named Lam Vongsakoun as its new vice president of hospitality. Vongsakoun, who has worked in the hospitality industry for over 25 years, will oversee the casino's food and beverage operation and a 15-story, 252-room hotel that's expected to open in March 2025. "Lam Vongsakoun is a leader in the casino hospitality…

Travel ・ 16 August 2022

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Soaring Eagle announces partnership with Detroit Lions

DETROIT -The Detroit Lions announced today a partnership with Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort which includes presenting partnership on the upcoming "Inside the Den" television specials, weekly "Inside the Pride" episodes for the 2022 season as well as Power Hour presented by Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort at Ford Field on Detroit Lions game…

Industry ・ 30 July 2022

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Editor’s Notebook: Off-reservation casino proposals highlight inadequate tribal funding, inequitable federal model

Whether the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians will secure the necessary approval from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to open a casino in Fruitport Township remains an open question, but the answer will likely emerge within a matter of days. So far, the tribe has secured approval from the U.S. Department of the Interior to take the land into trust, a…

Finance ・ 06 June 2022

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Officer Trevor Slot's daughter graduates from high school

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - The oldest daughter of the late Officer Trevor Slot graduated from high school on Wednesday night. Katelyn Slot graduated from Northview High School. Trevor Slot was an officer with the Walker Police Department. "You know, Trevor was one of a kind," said Sergeant Robin Maley. "He was somebody you knew went into this business…

Incidents ・ 26 May 2022

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Gun Lake Casino breaks ground on $300M expansion with resort-style ‘aquadome’ venue

WAYLAND - Gun Lake Casino today officially broke ground on its $300 million expansion that includes a 15-story hotel and multi-purpose "aquadome" enclosed pool space that will double as a nightlife venue. Casino and Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians, or Gun Lake Tribe, leaders held a groundbreaking ceremony today at Gun Lake…

Jobs ・ 20 May 2022

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$300M hotel, massive ‘Aquadome’ aim to make Gun Lake Casino ‘first-class destination resort’

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - Gun Lake Casino hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking Thursday for a $300 million project that will add a 15-floor hotel and a large-scale "Aquadome" with three pools and the ability to transform into a concert venue and banquet center. The expansion, said CEO Sal Semola, will provide more non-gaming entertainment amenities, and…

Travel ・ 20 May 2022

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Gun Lake Casino in Michigan to Begin $300m Expansion

The Gun Lake Casino in Grand Rapids, Michigan is set to get a $300m makeover. There will be a ground breaking on Thursday to mark the beginning of the expansion work that will add a new 15-story hotel with 252 rooms and a 32000 square-foot aqua dome that will contain three pools. Included will be luxury suites and a full-service spa. could have a…

Sports ・ 18 May 2022

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Gun Lake Casino’s $300M expansion to feature 15-story hotel, large-scale ‘aquadome’

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - Gun Lake Casino is hosting a groundbreaking Thursday for a $300 million expansion that will bring a 15-story, 252-room hotel and a 32000-square-foot "aquadome" containing three pools. The expansion, first announced in April 2021, is expected to be complete by March 2025, said Gun Lake Casino spokesperson Zach Harig. The…

Sports ・ 17 May 2022

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Soaring Eagle Casino announces new outdoor concert

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - There's something new at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort - they've just launched their online casino and sports wagering platform! It's called Eagle Casino & Sports. and will feature over 400 slot games, live dealer table game action, traditional table games, and sports betting. Casino and sports enthusiasts that are 21…

Mobile ・ 21 April 2022

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Newly promoted Gun Lake Casino CEO outlines vision for continued expansion

WAYLAND - In his four and a half years running Gun Lake Casino, Sal Semola has been an architect of growth in helping the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians strategically expand and solidify its gaming enterprise. As president and COO, Semola helped the Gun Lake Tribe execute a $100 million expansion that included three new…

Industry ・ 12 April 2022

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Bitcasino Announces Partnership With North American Ice Hockey League 3ICE

LONDON, Feb. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitcasino will be promoting its brand along with 3ICE through a variety of promotions, gameday activations, web series video content, free-to-play games, and gift certificate giveaways for their fans and ours across Canada. Early Promotions & Features Early promotions will include an opportunity…

Hockey ・ 19 February 2022

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Soaring Eagle Casino is hiring new team members!

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - The colder months are setting in and it's the perfect time to enjoy some time inside the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort! They're looking for people to join their team - they're holding open interviews today until 6pm as well as November 17th, December 1st, 8th and 15th. They're hiring for waitstaff, bartenders, guest…

Bingo ・ 10 November 2021

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Gun Lake Casino opens $100M expansion featuring new restaurants

WAYLAND, MI - Gun Lake Casino, located on U.S. 131 between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo opened the doors to its $100 million expansion highlighted by new restaurants and a larger 131 Sportsbar & Lounge. The new, 72000-square-foot expansion features more seating for live concerts and sporting events, additional gaming space, outdoor fire-lit…

Travel ・ 18 September 2021

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MI casinos bring in $42.7M from online gambling in 10 days

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - State regulators say 11 casinos made some $42.7 million on online gambling in only the first 10 days it was allowed in Michigan. Internet gaming and sports betting opened in Michigan on Jan. 22. Between then and the end of the month, the casinos and their online platform partners made $29.4 million in gaming and $13.3…

Law ・ 15 September 2021

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Hurry! Winning Lotto Ticket Worth $200K is Expiring on Thursday

Hurry, hurry!! If you play the lottery you could be losing out on a ton of money. Michigan Lottery officials are URGING Michiganders to check any lotto tickets they may have forgotten about, specifically Fantasy 5. A winning ticket has yet to be claimed and its worth over $200000. Can you imagine missing out on that much money? I would never ever…

Lottery ・ 02 September 2021

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Kent County Man Wins $361,787 Cash Blast Fast Cash Jackpot

A Kent County man had to check his ticket over several times before believing he won a $361787 Cash Blast Fast Cash jackpot from the Michigan Lottery. The lucky player, who chose to remain anonymous, bought his winning ticket at Triangle Tavern, located at 1200 Walker Avenue Northwest in Grand Rapids. "I play the Fast Cash games a lot and purchased…

Winnings ・ 23 August 2021

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Enter to win! Stay and play sweepstakes

GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. (WOTV)- Firekeepers Casino Hotel is offering one lucky viewer the chance to stay and play in honor of their big renovation! From August 10th at 12am to August 15th at 11:45pm you can register to win a $250 gift card to use at Firekeepers Casino Hotel. On August 16, 2021 Jordan Carson will announce the winner live on eightWest!…

Bonuses ・ 10 August 2021

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Raise money for Children's Healing Center at Applied Imaging's 3rd Annual Casino Royale

Applied Imaging's 3rd annual Casino Royale raising money for Children's Healing Center Beyond the health issues facing the entire world right now, for years there have been children who can't go to the playground, the local library, or even school because of compromised immune systems. The Children's Healing Center is a non-profit, that provides…

Games ・ 09 August 2021

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'Indescribable': Grand Rapids man wins $100k from Michigan Lottery

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - A Grand Rapids man says winning a $100000 Fantasy 5 jackpot from the Michigan Lottery is "indescribable." Kenneth Bledsoe, 55, matched the Fantasy 5 numbers in the July 22 drawing to win the big prize, according to a news release Tuesday. He bought his winning ticket at the Meijer store located at 700 West Norton Avenue in…

Winnings ・ 03 August 2021

WOOD TV

Can’t get to the casino? MI to allow dealer games online

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - Starting Thursday, Michigan residents will be able to play live dealer games online. The Michigan Gaming Control Board announced Wednesday it has authorized Evolution to host live casino table games with dealers. Michigan residents will be able to play blackjack, baccarat and roulette. More games may be added later…

Law ・ 21 July 2021

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Famous Boxers That Liked To Play At The Casino

Professional boxers can earn considerable amounts of money at their craft. For some, holding on their money became a problem for them. They enjoyed playing casino games. This included gambling at land-based casinos as well as with online casinos. Some of the professional boxers experienced big wins with casino games while others were not so lucky.…

Games ・ 21 July 2021

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Get Fired Up! Firekeepers Casino Hotel announces iCasino and Sports betting

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOTV)- FireKeepers Casino Hotel is proud to announce the launch of their online casino and sportsbook website and mobile app! With technology provided by Scientific Games (SG Digital), the platform includes the exciting slots and table games Michigan casino guests know and love, including 88 Fortunes, QuickHits, Monopoly,…

Sports ・ 12 July 2021

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Inside Gun Lake Casino’s expansion: 10 features to look for

WAYLAND TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WOOD) - Gun Lake Casino is getting ready to open a $100 million addition to the already popular destination near Wayland. Phase 4 construction started in October 2019. "It's been going great. The team here, Clark Construction and all their subcontractors, have been really hard at work, making sure that we stay on time, stay…

Sports ・ 12 July 2021

WFMZ News

GreatLakesStakes.com Ranks Michigan's Top 10 Favorite Casinos

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- GreatLakesStakes.com, a resource for Michigan sports bettors, today announced its inaugural list of the state's favorite casinos across the state of Michigan. The rankings are a weighted result of three factors, including quantity and quality of online reviews from Google, Yelp, and Trip Advisor;…

Top and Best ・ 26 June 2021

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'Overwhelming and unreal': Kent Co. woman wins $866,890 lottery jackpot

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - After playing the same set of numbers for years, a Kent County woman won an $866890 Fantasy 5 jackpot from the Michigan Lottery. "My husband and I like to play the Fantasy 5 game and always play the same sets of numbers," said the lucky player. "The day after the drawing, he checked the numbers and recognized them right away.…

Winnings ・ 15 June 2021

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Weekly ticket purchase leads to Grand Rapids man winning $25K a year for life

LANSING, MI -- A Grand Rapids man has plenty of reason to celebrate after he won a jackpot worth $25000 a week for the rest of his life, playing the Michigan Lottery's Lucky for Life game. Adam Warner, 44, won his prize by matching all five white balls drawn -- 17-25-30-37-39 -- for the April 8 drawing. "I buy a Lucky for Life ticket online every…

Lottery ・ 25 May 2021

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Gun Lake Casino boosts starting minimum wage to $14

WAYLAND, MI - Gun Lake Casino is increasing its starting minimum wage for non-tipped positions to $14, an increase of more than 30%, as it seeks to hire over 200 people. "We recognize the value of recruiting and retaining top-tier talent at all levels of our organization. Providing the best starting wage in the area will continue to solidify our…

Winnings ・ 17 May 2021

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Gun Lake Casino raises minimum starting wage for all positions

WAYLAND, Mich. - Gun Lake Casino announced on Monday an increase to the company's minimum starting wage for all positions. Effective June 1, non-tipped positions will receive at least $14 per hour and tipped positions will receive $7.40 per hour plus tips, according to a news release. "The Gun Lake Tribe recognizes that the past year has presented…

Strategy Guide ・ 17 May 2021

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Announcement expected ‘very soon’ for online gambling

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - Get ready to place your bets. The Michigan Gaming Control Board is set to roll out their timeline for online gaming in a matter of days. Rick Kalm, the executive director of the board, confirmed that with News 8 on Wednesday. Kalm says he hopes to have an announcement ready by Friday. Late last month, the board refused…

Finance ・ 24 January 2021

WOOD TV

Addiction specialists: Watch for signs of problem gambling

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - As Michigan launches online sports betting and gaming, addiction prevention specialists warn the move could lead to an increase in irresponsible gambling. "It provides total anonymity," Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Gambling Disorder Prevention and Treatment Services Program Specialist Alia Lucas told…

Gambling Addiction ・ 23 January 2021

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Online gambling in MI expected to launch mid-January

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - Officials with the Michigan Gaming Control Board expect online gambling to launch sometime in the middle of next month. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill legalizing sports gambling in Michigan into law in December 2019, allowing casinos to open sportsbooks. But online gaming needed its own set of regulations and…

Finance ・ 19 January 2021