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The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Baccarat remains top casino table game in Indiana

Baccarat was the most popular table game at Indiana casinos during the 2023 state budget year - displacing the long-running favorite, blackjack, for a second consecutive year. The Indiana Gaming Commission's (IGC) recently released annual report shows $673.2 million was wagered on baccarat in Hoosier State casinos between July 1, 2022, and June 30,…

Baccarat ・ 17 September 2023

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Hard Rock continues to be Indiana's top earning casino

They're singing "Happy Birthday" this week at the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. But it might be hard to hear the tune over guests' seemingly unquenchable appetite for wagering at the Gary entertainment destination. Data released Thursday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show Hard Rock in April was the highest earning casino in the…

Sports ・ 30 January 2023

World Casino News

Plans For Hard Rock Casino in Indiana Halted Because of Construction Costs

Despite the great success of Gary Hotel in Indiana, it won't join the group of Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana properties. The expansion plans are on hold since Hard Rock International didn't approve the hotel's construction. Delayed due to the construction costs: On Thursday, Jon Lucas, chief operating officer at Hard Rock International, spoke…

Law ・ 17 December 2022

KPVI

Which Indiana casinos, games offer the highest return to players?

Every slot machine and every table game inside every Indiana casino is designed and operated so the casino always wins in the long run. Gamblers may hit a lucky hand at the tables from time to time or be handed a big pile of cash when the slot machine bonus game lands on a jackpot. But no matter how much a casino pays out to its players on any…

Gaming Authorities ・ 10 October 2022

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Victoria Advocate

Indiana casino play shrinks in May as inflation hits home for Hoosiers

Higher than usual prices at gas stations, grocery stores and just about everywhere else appear to be leaving Hoosiers with less money to play with at the casinos in Northwest Indiana and across the state. Data released Friday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show statewide casino "win," or revenue after paying successful bettors, fell in May…

Finance ・ 13 June 2022

Chicago Tribune

One year in, Gary’s newest casino the state’s top earner, eyes hotel, parking improvements

About 2.2 million people have visited the new Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana in Gary since it opened its doors in May 2021 propelling the site to the top earning casino in the state. It's a designation the property has held since October, topping its competitors and almost quadrupling the revenue generated by the former Majestic Star Casinos it…

Gaming Authorities ・ 13 May 2022

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Entertainment and dining key factors in Hard Rock's rise to the top

Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana celebrates its first anniversary on Saturday ranked as the state's leader in slot machine, table games and baccarat play. Achieving such a high degree of success in an established and highly competitive market tells you that they must be doing something right. If anybody should know it's the property's president,…

Baccarat ・ 12 May 2022

Chicago Tribune

NWI casinos report $105.7M in revenues for March; Hard Rock again leads state

March is typically the busiest month of the year for Northwest Indiana casinos, according to a casino executive, and last month didn't disappoint. The four casinos together - Ameristar in East Chicago, Blue Chip in Michigan City, Hard Rock Northern Indiana in Gary and Horseshoe Hammond - raked in $105.7 million in revenues, according to the Indiana…

Finance ・ 15 April 2022

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Hard Rock is Indiana's top earning casino for sixth consecutive month

The party never stops at the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. Data released Monday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show Hard Rock in March was the highest earning casino in the Hoosier State for a sixth consecutive month - once again surpassing the former earnings leader, Horseshoe Casino in Hammond, for "win," or revenue after paying…

Gaming Authorities ・ 12 April 2022

KPC News

Gary loses cut of Terre Haute casino revenue

The city of Gary will not directly benefit from the new casino at Terre Haute, even though the license for the west-central Indiana gaming facility, set to break ground in coming weeks, originally was assigned by the state to the Steel City. A new local development agreement (LDA) recently approved by the Vigo County commissioners and the Churchill…

Finance ・ 17 March 2022

Chicago Tribune

NWI casinos report strong February revenues; all state casinos up 48%

All four Northwest Indiana casinos posted year-over-year increases in revenues in February, with total revenues climbing almost 60%, from $56 million to $89.04 million. Indiana gaming revenues across the state were up 48.5%. While much of the increase can be attributed to the transition from the two Majestic Star Casinos, which took in $8.42…

Finance ・ 14 March 2022

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Hard Rock Casino attracts big bucks in short month

Even a shorter than usual month can't stop the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana from extending its dominance of the Region's gaming market. Data released Friday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show Hard Rock in February was the highest earning casino in the Hoosier State for a fifth consecutive month - once again surpassing the perennial…

Gaming Authorities ・ 11 March 2022

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Hard Rock is Indiana's top earning casino for third consecutive month

The wins keep on coming for the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. Data released Wednesday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show Hard Rock in December was the highest earning casino in the Hoosier State for a third consecutive month - once again surpassing the perennial earnings leader, Horseshoe Casino in Hammond, for "win," or revenue after…

New Year ・ 13 January 2022

Chicago Tribune

Favorable calendar helps NWI casinos to good December report; Hard Rock Northern Indiana leads way with $32.45M

Mild weather coupled with five Fridays helped boost revenues at Northwest Indiana's four casinos by 3% from November to December. The four casinos took in a total of $92.74 million in revenues in December compared to $90.03 million in November and $68.09 million in December 2020, before Hard Rock Northern Indiana replaced the two struggling…

Valentine's Day ・ 13 January 2022

Chicago Tribune

NWI casinos continue strong showing in November revenue report; Hard Rock chief says ‘extremely strong’ table games changes coming

Northwest Indiana casinos continued to dominate the state gaming industry in November, with Hard Rock Northern Indiana in Gary netting the top spots in overall revenues and table games while Horseshoe Hammond was No. 1 in slots. Horseshoe Hammond took in the second most revenues overall and in table games. Hard Rock, the Region's newest casino,…

Finance ・ 14 December 2021

Chicago Tribune

Hard Rock leads state in October casino revenue with $32.3M; Horseshoe Hammond next with $31.5M

Northwest Indiana's four casinos racked up an almost 47% increase in year-over-year revenues in October, with three of the casinos leading the state in different categories. Ameristar in East Chicago, Blue Chip in Michigan City, Hard Rock Northern Indiana in Gary and Horseshoe Hammond together raked in a total of $97.27 million in revenues last…

Finance ・ 12 November 2021

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New Hard Rock Casino is top Indiana destination for table games players

People who enjoy playing table games at casinos, particularly baccarat, are flocking to the new Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana in Gary. Data released Thursday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show more money was wagered in July on table games at Hard Rock than any other casino in the state, even the Horseshoe Casino in Hammond. Altogether,…

Gaming Authorities ・ 08 September 2021

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Hard Rock now majority owner and operator of new Gary casino

GARY - There no longer should be any discordant noises coming from the ownership of the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. The Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) unanimously approved an agreement Wednesday transferring majority ownership in the $300 million gaming, dining, and entertainment destination to Hard Rock International, a business enterprise…

Gaming Authorities ・ 19 August 2021

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Hard Rock Northern Indiana doubles revenue of two Majestic Star Casinos it replaced

orthwest Indiana's four casinos reported $93 million in revenues in June, a 23% growth over the same month in 2019, with the new Hard Rock Northern Indiana more than doubling the amount of revenue the two Majestic Star Casinos it replaced took in last June. Horseshoe Hammond and Ameristar also showed year-over-year revenue increases while Blue…

Finance ・ 14 July 2021

MDJOnline

Hard Rock challenging Horseshoe Casino for NWI market dominance

The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana appears to be giving the Hammond Horseshoe Casino a run for its money as the top grossing gaming destination in Northwest Indiana, and the Hoosier State. Data released Friday by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) show the new Gary casino earned $20.6 million in "win," or revenue after paying successful…

Gaming Authorities ・ 09 July 2021

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Casino job fair tests to see if new careers are in the cards for hundreds

An empty nester after raising four daughters, Elisa Williams said she was ready to expand her horizons. Tuesday morning, the 54-year-old Hobart resident and a former spa employee became the first person to be offered a seat at the Hard Rock Northern Indiana Casino dealer school, which upon completion would provide her with one of 200 new dealer…

Jobs ・ 29 June 2021

Shelby News

Second Hard Rock gaming property set to be developed in Indiana

A second Hard Rock gaming property is poised to be constructed in the Hoosier State following the successful May 14 opening of the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana in Gary. Jon Lucas, chief operating officer for Hard Rock International, told the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) Tuesday that Hard Rock has agreed to develop and manage a "Rocksino"…

Gaming Authorities ・ 26 May 2021

WBEZ Chicago

Gary Bets Big On New Hard Rock Casino. Will It Pay Off?

Twenty-one people, from pop stars to state lawmakers, each grabbed a black guitar and smashed them at noon last Friday. The moment marked the official opening of the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana in Gary, the Chicago area's 10th casino and the first in Indiana to be based on land. "The location is phenomenal. But the brand and the property is…

Sports ・ 20 May 2021

KPVI

Indiana casinos rebound in April despite continuing COVID-19 restrictions

Indiana's casino industry appears to be on the rebound despite COVID-19 prevention measures that continue to limit seating at slot machines and table games, and prevent casinos from hosting many live entertainment events. Data released Wednesday by the Indiana Gaming Commission show Indiana casinos in April collectively generated $211.7 million in…

Covid ・ 13 May 2021

Chicago Tribune

Indiana casinos take steps to ensure safety of guests, staff for Monday reopening

Northwest Indiana's five casinos and the two Four Winds casinos in Indiana and Michigan will be opening their doors on Monday following a three-month closure, but like with many businesses in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the experience won't quite be the same. Under minimum standards set by the Indiana Gaming Commission, a reduced number of…

Gaming Authorities ・ 07 May 2021

Chicago Tribune

Column: Hard Rock Casino moves line for opening date to mid-April

Mid-April is now the targeted opening date for Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, delayed in part due to recently filed paperwork by the Indiana Gaming Commission. The state agency filed a formal complaint for disciplinary action against Rod Ratcliff, a principal owner of the Majestic Star casinos in Gary. Hopefully the issue doesn't further delay…

Gaming Authorities ・ 07 May 2021

NBC Chicago

Ownership Fight Could Leave New NW Indiana Casino Empty

The legal fight over ownership of a new $300 million casino in northwestern Indiana could leave it sitting unused for possibly months after construction work is completed. Indiana Gaming Commission has told the parent company of Gary's Majestic Star Casinos to be ready to operate its gambling boats along Lake Michigan until at least June, instead…

Gaming Authorities ・ 04 February 2021

Gambling News

Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana Is Hiring Live Dealers

Hard Rock is looking to hire around 200 live dealers for its new casino resort in Indiana, multiple media sources report. The $300 million premier casino and entertainment destination, Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, is scheduled to open doors in the spring of 2021. Located adjacent to the 80/94 Burr Street Interchange, the…

Live Gambling ・ 19 January 2021

Indianapolis Business Journal

Gambling regulators suspend casino exec Ratcliff’s license as part of larger investigation

The Indiana Gaming Commission on Wednesday suspended the occupational gaming license of longtime casino executive Rod Ratcliff after tying him to a federal investigation involving campaign finance violations. The suspension comes as the commission continues to investigate people associated with Spectacle Entertainment, a company Ratcliff helped…

Law ・ 19 January 2021

The Times Of Northwest Indiana

Hard Rock now hiring for 5 restaurants in new Gary casino

GARY - The newest dining and entertainment destination in Northwest Indiana is recruiting managers and personnel to staff the five food venues that will be located inside the Hard Rock Casino in Gary. The $300 million facility, scheduled to open in spring 2021, will feature a signature Hard Rock Cafe, a high-end luxury steakhouse, a noodle bar, a…

Travel ・ 19 January 2021