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IN EVERY ISSUE 04 EDITOR’S NOTE 06 PLAYERS TALK 10 TABLE GAMES 14 NEW SLOTS 18 ARIZONA LOTTERY 20 DINING 22 WINNING WAYS 24 FEATURE STORY 26 TRIBAL NEWS 30 GAMING NEWS 34 LAUGHLIN, NEVADA 38 CASINO ENTERTAINMENT 40 CASINO BINGO 42 SAMI’S SMACKDOWN 43 FUN FACTS 44 FUN & GAMES

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46 CASINO DIRECTORY

TOURNEVENT OF CHAMPIONS MAKES THREE STOPS HERE IN ARIZONA DURING AUGUST

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This brand new slot game boasts an unprecedented 25,000 ways to win with Scatter Ways.

Symbols determine not only the progressive that is awarded, but the number of times that it is awarded.

The Big Bang Theory creative team was at Comi-Con to see the new The Big Bang Theory Slot Game.

MONEY RAIN BY ITS NOW AT TWIN ARROWS

SONS OF THE DRAGON BY WMS GAMING

THE BIG BANG THEORY TEAM PLAY THEIR SLOT

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EDITOR’S NOTE

DOG DAYS OF SUMMER Beat The Heat And Hit The Road

Your Authority On Everything Gaming VOLUME 07 • ISSUE 08 MANAGING DIRECTOR Elizabeth Torma liz@azgamingguide.com

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ith the hottest part of the year upon us here in Arizona, it is high time to get out of the house and make some plans for an extended casino trip! I figure if I start in the Valley I can make a big loop and visit, one casino at a time, all the casinos in the cooler parts of the state! If you are not in the position to make this trip all at once, you can plan it out every weekend or even every other weekend until the cooler temperatures return.

No time for a road trip? There’s always so much happening at Arizona’s Casinos to give you plenty of reasons to get out of the house! There’s a new table game at Casino del Sol, amazing new slot machines at Twin Arrows, a long list of salads to try at every casino in the state, advice on betting the upcoming NFL season, the National Slot Championship TournEvent stops at Harrah’s Ak-Chin, Desert Diamond, and Casino del Sol, and a whole lot more!

In this issue, you’ll find plenty of reasons to make your next trip to any casino a success. We’ve got the low down on a ton of new slots and those coming soon, plenty of tips for you to incorporate into casino visits, and much more! Please visit our Facebook at: faceboo k .com /Arizo naGam ingGuid e , become part of our community and share your thoughts and experiences with others who also love the same casino games you do. You can sign up for our e-newsletter and find current and back issues of AZ Gam ing Guid e on our website at AZGamingGuid e.com . Let me know what you think of this issue and have fun!

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PLAYERS TALK

Each month we print responses to a select few of the many, many questions we receive via email and in our mailbox.

However, there are always recurring questions we receive on a daily basis from readers and fans which tend to overlap in their topic. In order to best serve these questions, we thought we’d put together a list of common casino myths and explain why they are false in order to respond to as many readers as we possibly can in this issue. Thank you so much for your support, kind words, and of course, your questions! Please keep them coming as we love hearing from and interacting with all of you!

Alexandra Lang—Editor

cannot set up when or how the progressive jackpot will be awarded by a slot machine.

Myth: I can influence the outcome of a slot machine by stopping the reels.

Reality: Cashing out of a slot machine instructs the slot machine’s software program to print a ticket with the corresponding currency amount from the credit meter, time, date, control numbers, a barcode, casino information, disclaimers, and much more, and that’s pretty much all it does. The next spin of the slot machine is determined by the randomly selected numbers at the time the next wager is placed and not by anything else. We have a highly regulated industry to thank for that, all backed up by independent third party testing of every slot machine game. A slot machine does not “know” what came before and what will happen next. A slot machine software program simply executes commands based on a structured set of rules. Based on casino gaming industry regulations, the next spin on a slot machine is independent from the previous spin. Cashing out does not reset or otherwise influence future spins on a slot machine.

Reality: Once the “spin” button is pressed, the computer program in the slot selects multiple random numbers in order to determine which reel positions to display on screen as the resulting outcome. Pressing the “stop” or “stop reels” button forces the computer program to skip any and all sounds, lights, animations, graphics, etc. and just display the randomly selected reel positions on screen. If you are playing a reel slot, the computer program physically stops the reels as quickly as it can in order to display the randomly selected reel positions. You cannot “catch” a bonus symbol or a wild symbol on its way down the screen. If the randomly selected reel position contained a wild or bonus symbol then that is what it will display.

If not, it won’t. A player cannot influence the outcome of a spin.

As a matter of fact, the casino wants a progressive jackpot to hit because they (the casino) are not on the hook for the amount!

The slot machine manufacturer is the party who pays the lucky winner, not the casino. The casino (and the slot manufacturer) cannot control when a progressive jackpot hits.

Myth: Cashing out and reinserting a ticket into a slot machine causes the machine to reset increasing the likelihood of a big win or bonus.

Myth: All those big progressive jackpot wins are set up by the casino to hit (or to not hit).

Myth: Just as I left a machine another person sat down and hit the jackpot (or bonus, or big win, etc.) and that could have/ should have/would have been mine!

Reality: The outcome of a spin on a slot machine is determined by the random numbers selected when a player makes a wager on the game and presses the “spin” button. If the random numbers selected by the slot machine’s random number generator (RNG) happen to correspond to a progressive jackpot’s winning combination, like lining up all of the jackpot symbols on the 20th pay line while playing max bet, then the slot machine will award the progressive jackpot. Casino gaming regulations governing the operation of slot machines ensure no external influences can interfere with the software. As a result, the casino

Reality: In order for that to be true, you would have had to have made the same wager and pressed the “spin” button at the exact same microsecond as that other individual. Is that something any of us would be capable of? Probably not. Casino gaming regulations state that a random number generator (RNG) must constantly be computing new random numbers, even when a game is inactive. The slot machine asks the RNG for numbers when the spin button is pressed. So two different people would have to press the spin button at the exact same time in order for both to hit the same jackpot. Since a slot’s RNG gen-

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erates hundreds of thousands, even millions of random numbers per second, this feat is essentially impossible to reproduce between players at the same slot.

they’ll mathematically have at least a five times better chance of being awarded the progressive bonus because they are betting five times as much as the minimum bettor.

Myth: There is no advantage to betting max (or to betting more) on a slot.

And that’s just the math behind the bet (trust us, our team designed these games for a living)! What that doesn’t account for is that the game designers may have increased the chances beyond the bet factor. So, the max bettor might have a 25 times better chance than the minimum bettor of entering the progressive game! What most readers then ask is, “How do I know when my bet affects my chances of winning a progressive?”

Reality: Nothing could be further from the truth for most games on almost all casino floors. This is one myth that can actually cost you the difference between winning $1,000 and over $1,000,000! During casino visits over the years, members of the Arizona Gaming Guide staff have witnessed fellow slot players lining up winning combinations for progressive jackpots while playing at less than max bet and missing out on the life-changing prizes.

What’s worse is when members of our team observe people playing minimum bet (say 30 credits on a penny game - 30 cents) on a slot connected to an in-house progressive with five levels where the higher you bet the more chances you have to be awarded the bonus game which pays the jackpots. We’ll even hear players complain, “Why don’t I ever get the bonus game for the jackpots?” Well simply put, if one player on that group of games is playing max bet (say 150 credits or $1.50)

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A player’s only option is to make one simple step a habit before each play session on a brand new game: Read the help screen.

Look for the “Help,” “Game Rules,” “Pay Table,” or similar button on the button panel or onscreen. Casino gaming regulations for slot machines require every slot not only post each win and how to achieve it, but other important game rules and best playing strategies as part of the game. Then you’ll know if you should bet more or not and what the effects are of your bet. On some, but not all, games betting more than the minimum may increase your chances of winning! Make sure you know all the game rules and place wagers you feel comfortable making when playing. $

TABLE GAMES

By Al Moe

ARE YOU LUCKY LUCKY? Blackjack Side Bets Heat Up The Action At Your Favorite Table Game

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re you Lucky? Some people seem to be, but only for a while! Then the next thing you know they are trying to pour their beer into the shuffle machine, which dealers as a whole seem to frown upon. Go figure.

As for me, I always feel lucky when I play table games. If I don’t feel good, I don’t play, and I rarely play side-bets or bonus wagers because the house edge is often quite high. Recently, things have begun to change in that area, as with the new Lucky Lucky wager you can play at Casino Del Sol in Tucson.

The game is distributed by Aces Up Gaming who says, “Lucky Lucky was named the most played side bet Blackjack game in Las Vegas in 2012.” Now I don’t know exactly what that sentence means, but the game is pretty simple and the house odds are as low at 2.62% depending on the pay scale used, according to the game description supplied on the company’s website.

How to Play Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky is played on a standard blackjack game with all of the casino’s rules in place. The only difference is that you have the option of wagering from $1 to $25 on the bonus spot each hand. When you play Lucky Lucky you’ll be rooting for a twocard hand of 19, 20 or 21. Why? Because that’s what you get paid for, silly.

In addition to the 19, 20 and 21, there are a few other hands to look for! A suited 21 pays 15 to 1 instead of the regular 3 to 1, which is pretty cool. You can expect to see that about once in 84 hands.

You’ll also find that a two-card hand like 7-7, 6-7, 7-8 and 6-8 become much more interesting, since 7-7-7 and 6-7-8 are winning bonus hands too! That means you might want to play your hand a bit differently to take advantage of the big payoffs.

When you have a 13, 14 or 15 against a dealer up-card of 2 through 6, you usually stand pat. However, if you have a chance to make a high-paying Lucky Lucky hand, you might want to take a hit. In fact, it’s almost always worth going for the bonus, but you’ll have to make that decision on your own when the time comes.

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Payoff Schedule HAND PAYTABLE Suited 7-7-7 200 to 1 Suited 6-7-8 100 to 1 Mixed 7-7-7 50 to 1 Mixed 6-7-8 30 to 1 Suited 21 15 to 1 Regular 21 3 to 1 Total of 20 2 to 1 Total of 19 2 to 1 You will have to check with your friendly Pit Boss to be sure, but your 7-7-7 hand may only pay a bonus if you hit your 7-7, not if you split. Also, what happens when the dealer makes blackjack and you hold a hand like suited 7-7? Ask first! $

Writer Al Moe has worked in the casino industry for many years.

He has lived and worked in Las Vegas, Reno, and Lake Tahoe. He also attended the University of Nevada, Reno. He is an avid writer and blogger, author of “Vegas and the Mob"—available at Amazon.

He is also the proud father of four beautiful girls.

NEW SLOTS

By Lana Hartmann

Money Rain Ready For Play At Twin Arrows

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ncredible Technologies’ latest slot concept, Mo ney Rain, boasts an unprecedented 25,000 ways to win with Scatter Ways. Mo ney Rain takes the theme of “money” and flips it on its head, literally! The innovative reel mechanic featured in Money Rain showcases the colorful money symbols folding in half and flipping, similar to the numbers flipping on a digital clock! The new slot is ready for play at Twin Arrows Casino near Flagstaff, Arizona.

Players are hoping to land four or more yellow transforming symbols during the main game to unlock the Money Reel - a smaller 6th reel that is locked during game play. Once unlocked, the Money Reel spins to decide which uniform symbol will replace the mystery symbols as players are hoping to land a high paying scatter symbol for epic wins!

Three or more rain cloud scatters trigger the Free Spin Bonus where the Money Reel is active but only includes the top four replacement symbols. The removal of the low paying scatter symbols creates opportunities for downpours of thundering wins. Mo ney Rain also features a player-incentive to bet higher with the Good, Better, Best Bet Feature. For more information on the game visit ITSGames.com. For more information on Twin Arrows Casino, visit TwinArrows.com $

Titan 360 Exclusively At Fort McDowell

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ort McDowell Casino is the only casino in Arizona to offer the Konami Titan 360 machine. Titan 360 was designed to create excitement by providing a multi-sensory gaming experience that delivers thrilling, high-frequency bonus events.

The multi-station game features a huge mechanical wheel and large, rolling metallic balls to determine bonus award amounts.

The actual slot games include modern Konami hits such as China Shores, Jumpin’ Jalapenos, Legion Warrior, and Heavenly World.

Other new games recently installed at the Fort are Multimedia’s Thundering Herd, which is a two tier progressive with stacked wild symbols and expanding reels. For more information on Fort McDowell Casino, visit FortMcDowellCasino.com $

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Coming Soon

NEW SLOTS

Samurai Dragon

By Aruze

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ruze’s Sam urai Drago n slot machine will be making its way across casino floors very soon with a breath-taking and fire-breathing experience awaiting you with Sam urai Drago n, a 5-reel, 30-line Innovator game available on the Cube-X platform.

Five or more “Bonus” symbols trigger the Dragon Bonus consisting of the Orb Prize Selection and 7 free games. The total credits determined in the Selection are awarded for each “Bonus” symbol that appears during the Free Games.

The number of Selections made is from 1 to 10 depending on the number of “Bonus” symbols appearing when the Dragon Bonus is triggered. So the next time you visit your favorite

casino, make your next gaming selection a wise one with Sam urai Drago n!

Over the past two years, Aruze Gaming has managed to introduce more and more slots into your favorite casinos across Arizona and Nevada. With hits like 100 Lines Stack , Ultra Stack Lion, and Ninja Warrior, they are definitely a company producing games worthy of your bankroll. You can’t miss their games on a casino floor! The screens are filled with bright and vibrant graphics for their video slots, and their reel slots are equally eye-catching. Plus, the games have a distinct and unique sound easily identified on a crowded and noisy casino floor.

For more information on Sam urai Drago n and Aruze, visit AruzeGaming.com. $

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NEW SLOTS

Coming Soon

Sons Of The Dragon

By WMS Gaming

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ntroducing a new theme where you can win up to all five progressive levels in one spin—Sons of the Dragon. The main progressive feature is a 5-level, standalone progressive where each progressive is assigned a specific color symbol on the base game reels. The number of Yellow, Blue, Purple, Green, and Red symbols that land on the screen determine not only the progressive that is awarded, but the number of times that it is awarded, allowing you to win each progressive up to five times!

Sons of the Dragon has two unique base themes each with their own unique free spin bonuses: Game of Dragons and Dragon World. Win up to 20 free spins and 50x your total bet in Game of Dragons, where 2x, 3x, and 5x Wild symbols may appear during the free spin bonus, multiplying all wins by 2x, 3x, or 5x respectively. Three, four, or five scattered Bonus symbols trigger the Free Spins Bonus in Dragon World, where at the start of the bonus, you can win a number of free spins, a set of three multipliers up to 10x, and one or two additional Wild symbols, possibly increasing your wins but definitely increasing the fun!

Enabled by a modern and familiar ergonomic 10.4” tablet-style button panel with a multi-touch screen for accurate inputs and improved gameplay integration, the Blade s32 cabinet and So ns of the Drago n game, together, are on fire! Make sure to visit now.WMS.com for more information and keep your eye out for this game coming to Arizona casinos very soon. $

Austin Powers

By WMS Gaming

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he International Man of Mystery joins the Gamefield xD cabinet—Yeah Baby! Featuring a 42” horizontal screen over a 32” vertical screen, with a mechanical wheel, Austin Powers slots bring the shagadelic sights and the groovy sounds of the Austin Po w ers films to life.

Featuring bonuses centered on the characters of the iconic films, three Mini Austin Po w ers or three Mini Dr. Evil symbols trigger the Mini Me Wheel, which spins to award one of the following bonuses: Two wheels spin in the Fembot Wheel Bonus—combine the multiplier from wheel one with the credits from wheel two for your prize. Pull items from Austin’s bag for credits in the Credit Pull bonus. Spin the Fat Bastard Wheel for credits or watch video clips play across the screen in the Free Spin Bonus.

The Mini Me wheel may also trigger the main wheel for large credit prizes, multipliers, or one of the Austin Pow ers or Dr. Evil progressives. No need to head back to the swinging sixties! Just toss on your Go-Go boots and head over to now.WMS.com to learn more about this and other exciting slots! $

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Coming Soon

NEW SLOTS

Zoltan’s Fortune

By Bally

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May the reels spin in your favor on Bally’s new Zo ltan’s Fortune slot. This five-reel, 40-line game will mesmerize you as Zoltan reads your fortune and awards fun interactive features.

If you’re lucky, Zoltan will randomly award the Look Into My Eyes feature during any base game spin. Place your hands on the iDeck while Zoltan “reads your mind” as you select one of five playing cards. Zoltan makes your chosen card disappear for a chance to win up to 15x total credits bet.

Three Crystal Ball Bonus symbols trigger a U-Spin feature. Touch the screen to spin Zoltan’s crystal ball for a chance to win credits, 10 free games with Locking Stacked Wilds or 6 free games with Walking Wilds and the chance to win additional free spins.

The Zo ltan’s Fortune feature tops off the enchanting experience, offering the chance at a life-changing progressive jackpot. Touch the screen to reveal six randomly chosen lucky numbers, then Zoltan’s crystal ball mystically displays six numbers from 1 to 28. Each matching number awards a credit value, all the way to the top jackpot.

Look for Zoltan’s Fortune at a casino near you soon. Your wish is his command! $

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ARIZONA LOTTERY

BRAND NEW SCRATCHERS The Arizona Lottery Satisfies Slot Players With Casino Themed Games

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laying the Arizona Lottery’s Scratcher games has always been a fun way to place a wager, play a game, and see if you win or lose. Plus, the Arizona Lottery funds a wide variety of Arizona’s state programs including Education, Health & Human Services, the Environment, and more.

And, as the Arizona Lottery is always introducing new games to their Scratchers collection every month, there are plenty of games to pick from. While the vast array of choices may make picking a Scratcher game a little bewildering, we’ve come across a few of the Arizona Lottery’s latest games that every casino enthusiast has to play the next time they want to try a Scratcher.

So whether you are a veteran, occasional, or brand new Scratcher player, here are a few you can try at a variety of bet levels for everyone’s bankroll!

Fast Jacks Cost: $1 Game Play: Scratch entire play area. Reveal a “J” symbol and win the prize for that symbol.

Prizes: $1,500, $100, $50, $25, $10, $5, $2, $1 Overall Odds Of Winning: 1 in 4.45

For more information on the Arizona Lottery, visit their website at ArizonaLottery.com. For the winning numbers, call 480.829.7425 in Phoenix or 520.325.9141 in Tucson. Please call 1.800.499.3798 for all other areas in Arizona. Retailers pay prizes up to $100 and may pay prizes up to $599. The Arizona Lottery pays all prizes including prizes $600 and over. Any prize may be claimed by mail. Prizes subject to prior sales. Tampering with a Lottery ticket is a Class 3 felony punishable by law. All tickets, transactions and winners are subject to Lottery Rules and State Law. You must be 21 years or older to purchase tickets.

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Red Hot 7s Cost: $2 Game Play: Uncover a black 7 and win prize shown. Uncover a red 7 and prize shown doubles.

Prizes: $7,777, $777, $70, $28, $14, $10, $7, $3, $2 Overall Odds Of Winning: 1 in 3.97

Triple Red 7s Cost: $10 Game Play: Match any of Your Numbers to any of the Winning Numbers, win prize shown for that number. Reveal a red 7 symbol to win that prize automatically. Reveal a red 77 symbol to win double the prize shown. Reveal a red 777 symbol to win triple the prize shown!

Prizes: $100,000, $10,000, $1,000, $500, $300, $100, $50, $30, $25, $15, $10 Overall Odds Of Winning: 1 in 3.41 Most gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores are Arizona Lottery retailers and many will carry these games. $

CASINO DINING

SUMMER IS TIME FOR SALADS A Roundup Of Scrumptious Salads At Your Favorite Casinos

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asino dining options are plentiful in Arizona and when the temperature climbs into the triple digits in the desert, everyone wants to eat a little bit lighter. We’ve pulled together the very best in salad options offered at casino restaurants around the state so your stomach won’t be as overwhelmed the next time you eat out.

BlueWater Resort & Casino—River Willow Steakhouse River Willow House Salad—$7—A spring mix of tender Greens, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Walnuts, Julienne Green Apples, Dried Fruit finished with a Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing.

Bucky’s & Yavapai Casinos—Bucky’s Café & Yavapai Cantina Southwest Chicken Salad—$7.25—House greens topped with sliced chicken breast, cherry tomatoes, corn, green chile, tortilla strips and chili lime ranch dressing.

Casino Arizona—Cholla Steakhouse Cholla Steakhouse Salad—$8—Grilled marinated beef tenderloin, romaine hearts with organic greens, roasted red peppers, Roma tomatoes, red onion, roasted sweet corn, with toasted Arizona pistachios and a sesame balsamic vinaigrette.

Casino Del Sol—PY Steakhouse Roasted Beets and House Made Truffle Ricotta Salad—$11— Watercress, citrus supremes, and a honey tangerine vinaigrette.

Desert Diamond Casino (Tucson)—Diamond Café Shrimp Avocado Wedge Salad—$12—Grilled shrimp, iceberg lettuce, hardboiled eggs, tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, and a roasted tomato vinaigrette.

Lone Butte Casino—Café 24/7 Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad—$8.99—Grilled chicken breast tossed with avocado, bacon, chopped hardboiled egg, bleu cheese and scallions over mixed lettuces with buttermilk ranch dressing.

Mazatzal Hotel & Casino—Cedar Ridge Restaurant Club Salad—$12—Mixed greens with tempura chicken, bacon, avocado, tomato and egg tossed with honey mustard.

Quechan Casino—Ironwood Steakhouse Caesar Salad—$7—Crisp romaine, homemade Caesar dressing, and ciabatta croutons.

Talking Stick Resort—Orange Sky Duncan Farm Greens—Blue cheese, pears, pomegranate, and candied walnuts

Desert Diamond Casino (Sahuarita)—Agave Ahi Tuna Salad—$17—Seared sesame crusted Ahi tuna, romaine, baby bok choy, fresh vegetables, fried yams, sweet soy glaze, marinated asparagus, with a wasabi cream sauce.

Twin Arrows Navajo Casino—Zenith Steakhouse Zenith Chop Salad—$12—For two. Artichoke hearts, hearts of palm, chopped egg, Kalamata olives, roasted red peppers, red onions, with a lemon mustard vinaigrette.

Fort McDowell Casino—Café 87 Crab Louis Salad—$7—Crab meat, hardboiled eggs, tomato, asparagus, Iceberg lettuce, with a dressing of mayonnaise and chili sauce.

Vee Quiva Casino—Ditka’s Mike’s Salad—$6.99—Pecans, goat cheese, apples, cranberries, with a balsamic vinaigrette.

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino—The Range Steakhouse Spinach Salad—$7—Bleu cheese crumbles, candied walnuts, with a bacon vinaigrette .

Wild Horse Pass Casino—Shula’s Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella Chopped Salad—$9—Tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, red onion, extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic glaze. $

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WINNING WAYS

By Rodric J. Hurdle-Bradford

2015 NFL SEASON PREVIEW Kicking Off An Exciting Season

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s another season of National Football League begins this month, and with the way last season ended with New England’s exciting last-second victory, this may be the most highly anticipated season ever.

Here’s how the Arizo na Gam ing Guid e thinks the season will go down.

Look for an old-school NFL matchup in the Super Bowl. In the end, a certain team from the Midwest may be asking the league, “Hoosier Daddy?”

AFC East The New England Patriots have shored up their defense and are poised to repeat as Super Bowl champions. The addition of Ndamukong Suh, Kenny Stills and Greg Jennings make the Miami Dolphins the dark horse to take the division. The New York Jets have a new coach in former Arizona Cardinals assistant Todd Bowles, while the Buffalo Bills took the Jets former coach Rex Ryan and added superstar running back LaSean McCoy.

Tennessee Titans and Jacksonville Jaguars are headed for another irrelevant season.

AFC Central Expect a three-way tie at the top in the most competitive division in football between the Baltimore Ravens, Cincinnati Bengals and Pittsburgh Steelers, all of whom had roughly the same B-grade draft and free-agent signings. The Cleveland Browns will continue to be the laughing stock of the league.

NFC East The Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles will battle for this division down to the last week. The manic New York Giants did not do much in free agency, and this may be longtime coach Tom Coughlin’s last stand. The Washington Redskins still have no direction and are destined for last place.

AFC West Peyton Manning is back to deliver one last division title with the Denver Broncos. The Kansas City Chiefs seem destined for an average season, while the San Diego Chargers are too distracted by their possible relocation to do anything significant on the field. The talented, but young, Oakland Raiders are about two seasons away from being real contenders.

NFC North The Green Bay Packers are poised to win the division and the conference. Expect a fall off for the Detroit Lions without Suh and an average season for the Chicago Bears. Adrian Peterson rejoining the Minnesota Vikings will not keep them out of last place.

AFC South By adding veteran wide receiver Andre Johnson and running back Frank Gore, the Indianapolis Colts are among the favorites to win the Super Bowl. The Houston Texans added Vince Wilfork to help JJ Watt and will challenge for the division title. The

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NFC South The worst division in the league will stay the same. Cam Newton and the Carolina Panthers will win by default, but the New Orleans Saints and the average Atlanta Falcons will be within two games of the division lead. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be in last pace.

NFC West The Seattle Seahawks will repeat as division winners and may get back to the Super Bowl. The hometown Arizona Cardinals will finally finish second in the division, good enough for a playoff spot. The St. Louis Rams have injury-prone Nick Foles to lead them to an average year, while the mass exodus of the San Francisco 49ers has them destined for last place.

AFC Playoffs Expect to see Manning and the Broncos pay a visit to the Colts which could be Manning’s last game ever. At some point expect a physical 13-9 game between either the Ravens, Bengals or Steelers. However, when those teams have to go to either Denver or Indianapolis with the Super Bowl on the line, they will come up short AFC Champion: Indianapolis Colts NFC Playoffs The Cardinals will probably host a home playoff game, or go on the road to play a weak NFC South division winner. If the Seattle Seahawks somehow secure home field advantage throughout the playoffs for a third straight season, expect a third straight Super Bowl appearance. However, the Green Bay Packers have a chip on their shoulder after last year’s heartbreaking playoff loss to the Seahawks, and with a weakened NFC North division they have an easier track for home-field advantage.

NFC Champion: Green Bay Packers Super Bowl: Green Bay Packers versus Indianapolis Colts The Aaron Rodgers (University of California, Berkley) versus Andrew Luck (Stanford University) Super Bowl matchup in San Francisco would be the most unique storyline we have ever seen in sports. Along with being a dream quarterback matchup, the game would come down to the last minute and whoever has the ball last. The Colts overall horsepower on offense gives them a slight advantage over Rogers and The Pack. Expect a classic game. Score: Indianapolis Colts 34; Green Bay 30. $ Editor’s Note: Wagering on sports in an organized manner in Arizona is not legal except if all proceeds are distributed to participants only.

Sports wagering is legal in Nevada and we encourage you to find your favorite sports book in Laughlin, NV or Las Vegas, NV.

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By Lana Hartmann

WHERE & WHEN Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Maricopa Tuesday, August 11 Desert Diamond Casinos Tucson Friday, August 14 through Sunday, August 16 Casino Del Sol Tucson Sunday, August 23 Verify All Details With Each Casino

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ompeting in TournEvent of Champions casino qualifiers across the country, the nation’s best slot tournament players are vying for a chance at the National Championship and $1 million. In the month of June, 31 additional qualifiers punched their tickets to the finals in Las Vegas. And, by the time you read this, another 30 qualifiers will have been added to the list just in July.

August’s lineup of casino qualifiers will allow almost another 30 lucky winners to punch their tickets to attend the National Championship at the Wynn’s XS Nightclub in Las Vegas, Nevada on September 29-30, 2015. Qualifying rounds will continue into September with more than 175 slot players expected to compete for the National Championship and a grand prize of $1 million.

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The in-casino qualifying competitions are approaching the halfway point and the competition is fierce said GCA CEO Ram Chary. “Many of our partner casinos, who have been with us from the beginning, are reporting record crowds. Driving traffic and excitement to the casino floor is what TournEvent® is all about, and we’re seeing that the secret is out and slot players from across the country are focused on the opportunity to compete for the Championship.”

The TournEvent of Champions takes slot tournaments to a whole new level. Two TournEvent of Champions buses are crisscrossing the country through August, visiting 22 states with more than 250,000 players competing for the chance to represent their favorite casino in Las Vegas. Casinos are hosting slot leagues, semi-finals and then in-casino finals to find their top players to represent them at the National Championship.

TournEvent of Champions began in 2012 with regional competitions in California and Washington. The event crowned its first national champion in 2013 after 88 players from 77 casinos competed in the finals at Lagasse’s Stadium at The Palazzo in Las Vegas. The 2014 event expanded to 123 players from 98 casinos and a total purse of $500,000. In 2015, TournEvent of Champions is expecting more than 175 players from 100 casinos to compete for the $1 million top prize.

How To Participate: Step 1 (Semi-Finals): Get your hands on a Golden Pass by competing in your home casino’s semi-final tournament. Ask for more information at the player’s club at your favorite casino. Here in Arizona, there are three casinos participating. They are Desert Diamond Casinos, Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, and Casino Del Sol. Step 2 (In-Casino Finals): Return with your Golden Pass and prove you have what it takes to claim the top spot by competing against other Go ld en Pass earners at your home casino’s final tournament. One winner from each casino will advance to the National Slot TournEvent in Las Vegas (all expenses paid).

Step 3 (National Championship): Pack your bags and your best good luck charm as you and your guest head to Las Vegas to compete in the Championship for your share of $1.3 million!

For more information visit TournEventOfChampions.com. $

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TRIBAL NEWS Words By Lee Allen Photo By Navajo Nation Fair

AMERICA’S LARGEST INDIAN FAIR 69th Annual Navajo Nation Fair, September 6-13, 2015

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elcome to Dinetah (Navajoland).

If bigger is better, then the annual Navajo Nation Fair is the best. And this year’s event, the 69th time that Navajo Parks and Recreation has presented “the largest gathering of Indian nations in the U.S. that cultivates and nurtures indigenous expression,” promises to put a new face on an already world-renowned event.

Top Events USA notes that what really defines the fair and makes it an international attraction isn’t just the cowboys and cowgirls, it’s the Navajo people. “The Navajo Nation Fair on the largest reservation in the U.S. offers a time for people from all over the reservation to unite with friends and family. It’s a nice blend of both modern and traditional practices that attempts to shorten the gap between Navajo youth and their elders.”

Kicking off on Monday morning, September 1st with a baby contest and going full throttle through a wild horse race, a rodeo (with as many as 900 riders from several Indian rodeo associations), a fry bread contest, and a wrap-up pow wow with room for as many as 500 dancers on the afternoon of Sunday, September 7th --- this is truly a something-for-everyone event.

“It’s a time to feature and honor our people, acknowledging talent, hard work, accomplishments, and shared cultural pride,” said previous Fair Manager Norma Bowman. “It showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life that promote and preserve our heritage.”

Begun in 1938 and centered around livestock as its theme, it has become the grandpa of all tribal fairs. Another former manager, Genevieve Tsouhlarkis, said, “The Fair is THE place to be for visitors around the world to see, hear, taste, and experience the spirit of the Navajo culture.”

“The real draw is the beautifully-dressed Navajo elders in traditional attire and vintage jewelry, dancing a traditional two-step to the beat of Native drums --- a glimpse of Navajo culture found at the fairgrounds along State Highway 264.”

And as an ultimate compliment, indigenous guides who lead tours at NDN2rs call the fair “the most pure microcosm of Navajo culture to be experienced.”

Like other events of this nature, cotton candy and Ferris wheel rides play a part, but this is an Indian rodeo in Indian Country.

Skip the hot dogs and curly fries for once and try some hot fry bread or Navajo tacos. During the fry bread contest, you’ll see how it’s made right from starting the fire to making the dough and frying it to perfection.

First-time visitors: If your plans include attending the parade (or any aspect of the fair on parade day), you need to plan ahead to get to Window Rock very, very early as Highway 264 between Tse Bonito, New Mexico and Saint Michaels, Arizona fills quickly with thousands of spectators. Once the parade begins, Navajo Nation police close off the highway at Coal Mine Road to Saint Michaels intersections, both coming and going from Lupton and Fort Defiance, and through traffic is not permitted (starting somewhere in the 7-8am timeframe and remaining closed until about 3pm).

While visitors don’t need passports to travel on the Navajo Nation, this is a sovereign and self-governing nation with specific tribal laws and regulations enforced by Navajo law officers.

Alcoholic beverages and firearms are strictly prohibited throughout tribal lands that run through northeastern Arizona, northwestern New Mexico, and southeastern Utah --- thousands of acres that make the Navajo Nation the largest North American Indian tribe.

To which Martin Begaye, manager of the Navajo Nation Parks and Recreation Department, organizers of the event, adds: “We’re pleased that visitors come here to enjoy our magnificent scenery, but we also want them to know that the true beauty is our unique language, culture, and way of life. The Navajo Nation Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationalities.”

Once you arrive at the 100-acre fairgrounds (a mile west of Highway 264 and BIA Junction N12 in Window Rock), many attendees head straight for the Dean C. Jackson Arena and one of the most popular events in Indian Country --- rodeo --- several in fact, an All-Indian Rodeo, Senior and Youth Rodeos, and the ever-popular Wild Horse Races.

The Arizona Department of Tourism describes the fair this way:

According to fair publicity: “It’s been said that Indian rodeo is

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the most popular sport on the Navajo Nation and rodeo fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown of Native American competitors. It just doesn’t get any more rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian lands with Indian cowboys.”

If the Navajo Nation Fair is on your Bucket List, save some additional time to savor what else Window Rock, the capital of the Navajo Nation near the Arizona-New Mexico border, has to offer. “Unlike other capital cities in the U.S.,” reports the Arizona Department of Tourism Visit Arizona web page, “Window Rock is both a center of political activity and a great venue for cultural, historical, and educational experiences for the entire family.”

The fair in September and the PRCA Rodeo over the 4th of July

weekend are two event attractions, but there are other draws to the area too. Like the Navajo Veteran’s Memorial Navajo Tribal Park, a majestic circular rock formation that serves as a backdrop for the capital and home to a hand-carved Code Talker statue that pays tribute to Navajo veterans.

Just north of Window Rock is a sanctuary of solitude, Bowl Canyon, home to Asaayi Lake, a few miles off Indian Route 12. Other area attractions include the Navajo Nation Zoo --- the only tribally-owned zoo in the United States --- and the archival Navajo Nation Museum.

Further information is available from the Navajo Nation Parks and Recreation Department (NavajoNationParks.org) or by calling 928.871.6647. $

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TRIBAL NEWS

HARRAH’S AK-CHIN CASINO Honors 2015 Property Chairman’s Award Winners

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arrah’s Ak-Chin Casino has announced its 2015 Chairman’s Award winners, a distinction given to employees who show exemplary service, serve as role models for co-workers and demonstrate an outstanding commitment to the Harrah’s brand. The 2015 winners are: Caring Culture: Jacki Gaylor, human resources department, has made a great impact on the betterment of the employees at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino. She’s a dedicated employee in the human resource department, often flexing her hours to accommodate the needs of others.

Celebrating Success: Barbara Achten, casino cage department, can be counted on to recognize every success an employee has and shows genuine excitement for their achievements. She understands how to motive employees both individually and collectively.

Diversity: Nate Kinstlinger, beverage department, believes in finding his team members’ individual strengths, interests and abilities and bringing them to light. Despite the many changes his team faced in 2014, they remained engaged and delivered top notch service on the casino floor.

Rigor: Argelia Garza, casino accounting department, shattered the learning curve on learning casino audits. She flourished this year with self-imposed challenges and became their new certified trainer within three months – normally a one year process.

Rigor: Evelina Chavez, facilities/surveillance department, identifies challenges and then creates strategies to improve productivity. She has streamlined parts and service methods to increase efficiency. With a focus on the needs of others, she helps other departments by finding accounting discrepancies and ensures the department is not incurring undue costs.

Service with Passion: Heidy Gates, marketing department, is the Administrative Ninja. She has the ability to understand an employee’s problem without them bringing awareness to it, and she’ll fix that problem quietly and skillfully. She goes above and beyond her job duties to ensure those around her have what they need to be successful.

Integrity: Julie Madrigal, slots department, has volunteered

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Back Row (L-R): Jacqueline Gaylor, Nate Kinstlinger, Argelia Garza, Evelina Chavez Front Row (L-R): Barbara Achten, Julie Madrigal, Heidy Gates, Ray Lapinid

367 hours this past year to multiple worthy causes in the community. She participated in the three-day Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer walk, the Relay for Life, blood drives, Battle of the Bras, Coyotes 50/50 raffle and numerous bake sales. In addition, she also donates her time to the Maricopa Food Bank and the Melonhead Foundation.

Service with Passion: Ray Lapinid, valet department, is an energetic and affirmative force that sets the tone for the pace of the team. He brings a spark of positive energy and always has a sense of urgency to provide the best service possible to guests.

“We’re extremely proud of the winners this year for their unwavering commitment in their service to our customers and for always going above and beyond the call of duty in the workplace,” said Robert Livingston, vice president/general manager at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino. “My gratitude goes out to them for all they have done, and we’re honored to have them represent the Harrah’s brand.” Madrigal, Chavez and Garza are residents of Maricopa. Lapinid, Gaylor and Achten are residents of Casa Grande. Gates is a resident of Arizona City and Kinstlinger is a resident of Chandler.

Each of the Chairman’s Award winners were honored at a celebration banquet with a commemorative gift and a dedicated parking space for the year. They are now eligible for the Division Chairman’s Award and ultimately the companywide Chairman’s Award. For more information on Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino visit Harrahsakchin.com or call 480.802.5000. $

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ADG’s Illegal Gambling Shutdown

On July 9, 2015 in the afternoon, investigators from the Arizona Department of Gaming and members of the Phoenix Police Department served a search warrant at a business named Ten & Two located at 2945 East Bell Road. During the joint operation, almost a dozen people were detained in connection to the business and one will be facing multiple charges including operating an illegal gaming facility, promotion of illegal gambling, and racketeering. Several people who may have been customers inside the business were also arrested for various outstanding warrants or drug offences.

Over the past month, investigators have been looking into the business and found it was operating as a sweepstakes based internet café. The illegal gambling operation allowed paying customers to play casino style games on computers inside the business. The games simulated what is often seen on the screens of electronic slot machines inside regulated casinos.

However, these businesses often attempt to disguise their illegal activity by changing the games to appear as sweepstakes games. For example, on the screen players might see the word “reveal” instead of the traditional word “spin” as on an electronic slot machine. The change in verbiage does not make these machines nor the business legal under Arizona law.

The Arizona Department of Gaming takes complaints about illegal gambling businesses very seriously. These unregulated cash businesses can often attract violent crimes to area neighborhoods, as recently seen in the Phoenix area. The recent partnership between ADG and Phoenix Police has lead to the closure of two of these illegal gambling operations after serving search warrants on each during the past month. Those operations have also lead to the voluntary closure of at least eight other known illegal gambling locations and the eviction of two businesses by their landlords. $

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Big Bang Theory Slot Machine

(L-R): The Big Bang Theory co-creator/executive producer Bill Prady, executive producer/showrunner Steven Molaro & co-creator/executive producer Chuck Lorre at Aristocrat’s Big Bang Theory Slot Machine.

At Comic-Con on Friday, July 10, The Big Bang Theory creative team was on hand to see the brand new The Big Bang Theory Slot Game, which was on display exclusively at the Warner Bros. booth during the convention. Licensed by Warner Bros. Consumer Products and in partnership with Aristocrat, The Big Bang Theory Slot Game is launching nationwide now.

The Big Bang Theory Slot Game is the newest addition to Aristocrat’s Wonder Wheels product line, which brings all the fun and comedy of The Big Bang Theory to the thrill of a casino game. Integrating Leonard, Sheldon, Penny, Howard and Raj into the game with video clips, 3D animations, character images, theme music and unique character bonuses — such as the “Large Leonard Hoftstadter Collision,” the “Dr. Sheldon Cooper Roommate Agreement,” the “Penny Friendship Paradigm,” the “Howard Wolowitz Mystic Warlords of Ka’a,” and the “Raj Koothrappali Scavenger Vortex” features! — the slot game will be on casino floors soon.

For more information on the show visit CBS.com/Shows/ Big_Bang_Theory/. For more information on the slot game visit Aristocrat-US.com. $

Make The Most Out Of Your Las Vegas Vacation

Las Vegas – the ultimate weekend getaway. One of the biggest draws for Sin City has always been the opportunity to win big in the casinos and at the tables. Over the years, though, Las Vegas has evolved into a premier travel destination offering infinite entertainment options, from world-class dining to award-winning shows and over-the-top nightlife. With so much to experience, 24/7 somehow doesn’t quite seem long enough to conquer Vegas and hit the jackpot.

Now there is a solution – RealGaming.com is the premier online poker site offering players in Nevada the unparalleled convenience to place poker bets online and win big while experiencing all that Las Vegas has to offer. Backed by South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa, Real Gaming is a secure platform that uses the latest geo-location technology to allow players the unique opportunity to play online using any mobile device, anywhere in Nevada, at any time. That means racking up extra cash while sipping margaritas poolside, waiting in lines or while dancing in the clubs.

“As our generation is becoming increasingly mobile, Real Gaming is offering poker on-the-go so that visitors can enjoy betting and all of the indulgences of Las Vegas, all at once,” said Lawrence Vaughan, co-founder of Real Gaming. “Not only is the site convenient and easy to navigate, but we’re always striving to create the best experience possible for our players with reliable customer service and generous promotions. Real Gaming is the best way to earn more and play more while vacationing in Nevada.”

Aside from the convenience of saving time, players can maximize their earnings by taking advantage of Real Gaming’s highly competitive promotions, including a $500 deposit match and up to six times more cash earnings during Happy Hours, which means more money to spend on vacation.

To participate, players must simply create a free account online and download the Real Gaming app to their mobile device. For information, visit RealGaming.com. $

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GAMING NEWS

Talking Stick Resort To Crown New Arizona State Poker Champion

Poker players have just a couple of weeks to practice their best bluffs and refine their skills. The 11th annual Arizona State Poker Championship is right around the corner, kicking off on August 14 in The ARENA Poker Room. The No Limit Hold’em tournament will feature a prize pool of more than $1 million dollars and four-time World Series of Poker champion Tom Schneider will emcee the final table, making this a must-see event for all poker enthusiasts.

Hopefuls can enter the tournament with just a $1,100 buy-in.

The tournament will begin at 9am and contenders will start the match with $16,000 in tournament chips. An additional $10,000 chips will also be available for just $30. This year’s competition will include a new dinner break on August 14-16, as well as upgraded satellites and Poker Tournament Directors Association rules. Finals will commence on Aug. 18 and will include a fight to the finish by the remaining 10 competitors.

“The 2015 Arizona State Poker Championship is going to be on a grander scale than in previous years,” said Tom Young, director of poker at Talking Stick Resort. “Last year we had 1,460 competitors and this time around, we expect a turnout of over 1,500. It truly is anyone’s game so we encourage both amateurs and professionals to compete for the big win.”

Registration is currently underway in The ARENA Poker Room. For more details about the upcoming 11th annual Arizona State Poker Championship, visit TalkingStickResort.com or call 480.850.7734. During the signup process, all participants must submit their $1,100 buy-in. Entrants must be 21 or older to participate. $

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Directory & Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort 800.662.LUCK aquariuscasinoresort.com.

1,250+ slots, no smoking slot area, high limit slots area, blackjack, table games, roulette, craps, keno, race/ sports book.

Avi Resort & Casino (Fort Mojave Tribe) 800.430.0721 avicasino.com.

1,000+ slots, bingo, blackjack, table games, craps, roulette, poker room, keno, race/sports book, KidsQuest.

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino 877.460.0777 coloradobelle.com.

750+ slots, blackjack, table games, craps, roulette, poker room, keno, race/sports book. Build your own amazing burger at Pint’s Brewery!

Riverside Resort Hotel & Casino 800.227.3849 riversideresort.com.

1,300+ slots, no smoking slot area, high limit slots area, bingo, blackjack, table games, craps, roulette, poker room, keno, race/sports book.

Edgewater Hotel Casino 800.677.4837 edgewater-casino.com.

750+ slots, no smoking slot area, high limit slots area, blackjack, table games, roulette, craps, race/sports book. Great all-around casino!

Golden Nugget Laughlin 800.237.1739 goldennugget.com/laughlin 1,000+ slots, blackjack, table games, craps, roulette, poker room, sports book. Sign up for the player’s club and spin for free play!

Harrah’s Laughlin 800.447.8700 harrahslaughlin.com 900+ slots, no smoking slot area, high limit slots area, blackjack, table games, craps, roulette, poker room, live keno, race/sports book.

Pioneer Hotel & Gambling Hall 800.634.3469 pioneerlaughlin.com 490 slots, blackjack, table games, craps, roulette, sports book. Make sure to check out the video poker & reel slots!

Laughlin’s Gaming Statistics May 2015 Slots

Hold % Tables

Hold %

2.26

Pai Gow Poker

10.67

$5

3.72

Blackjack / 21

16.19

$1

4.57

Craps

18.04

25¢

5.89

Roulette

19.08

Loose $25

Laughlin River Lodge 800.835.7904 laughlinriverlodge.com 1,000+ guest rooms and suites, over 30,000 square feet of the hottest Vegas-style gaming, four restaurants, fast food options, & more!

Tropicana Laughlin 800.243.6846 troplaughlin.com 1,000+ slots, blackjack, table games, craps, roulette, and a sports book.

Stop in for lunch at Carnegie’s or the Poolside Café and enjoy the food!

We are not responsible for incorrect, missing, or outdated information. To inform us of updates, please email editor@azgamingguide.com. The Nevada Gaming Control Board publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their state’s gaming regulations. The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior. *A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month.

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Multi-Denom 6.05

Other Table Games 26.10

5¢

7.65

Let It Ride

28.13

1¢

10.54

Three Card Poker

28.92

Tight Megabucks

13.52

4.71

Win Amount

Dollars

Bingo

5.95

Slots

34.7 mil.

Race Books

15.39

Tables

3.5 mil.

32.90

Other

0.5 mil.

Other Loose Sports Pools

Tight Live Keno

Hold %

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By Joe Hagan Director of Marketing, Tropicana Laughlin

TROPICANA LAUGHLIN The First Installment Of “Ask Joe” Arrives

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s promised, we are bringing our readers closer to the action by answering your questions. We have been letting the mail and e-mails pile up for several months for the first “Ask Joe” installment. Our team has hand-picked a few questions and asked Joe Hagan, the Director of Marketing at the Tropicana Laughlin to provide us with his responses.

If you have a question to “Ask Joe” regarding casino marketing, or any other related topic, don’t hesitate to write in. If we select your question, you’ll walk away a winner with a $25 gift card!

All you have to do is follow the instructions in the green box at the bottom of the page.

For now, let’s enjoy what Joe had to say in response to some of our reader questions!

Q: Years ago casinos used to offer lots of "specials" designed to get people to come into the casinos, today they all seem to have disappeared.

Sid Leckron – Yuma, AZ A: Sid, I know you are speaking about casinos in general, but the Tropicana Laughlin still has some excellent deals available.

Probably the biggest seller is our Steakhouse “Early Bird” Twin Lobster Tails special for $19.99. Second is the Bottomless Pasta Bowl for $7.99 available in Passaggio from Sunday to Tuesday.

On Mondays, Tropicana Laughlin offers the Club 50 promotion (for guests over 50 years of age) which provides a free cup of coffee, a $0.99 bagel after earning 25 points and a $1.99 Buffet after earning 50 points. Who can say no to a $1.99 buffet? And lastly, Tuesday through Thursday you can get a Poolside Café bagel sandwich for $1.99 after earning 100 points.

Q: Do you receive more comps playing blackjack, video poker, slots or Texas Hold’Em on your players card?

Judy Spaulding – Surprise, AZ Judy, that is a tough question because there are a lot of variables involved and these are four very different types of games. Let’s start with establishing that most casinos give comps based on theoretical win, a calculation based on the average hold of a game over a really long period of time.

As for the games, we can start with splitting them by live action (Blackjack and Texas Hold’Em) and machine games (slots and

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video poker). The big difference between these is the human factor.

For live action games you have to make sure that the pit boss is tracking your play. This can greatly affect how you earn comps since a missed rating is missed comps, and a rating error can give more comps than you should be getting. So when first sitting down at the tables, make sure they have your card and are rating your play.

On machine games, it all depends on the theoretical that is set per machine. Given that all of those things are equal, you should earn comps about equally from all four types of games.

It behooves casinos to work diligently to ensure that all patrons of the same level get treated equally, and comps are a big part of that.

Q: How much does it really cost a casino to give out free play?

Jason Felderman – Marana, AZ A: Another good question! Jason, for all practical purposes, it costs the same as if we gave it as cash or any other item. A lot of people look at free play as it should cost nothing because there is no cash going into the machine. But let’s consider this…when you hit that $1,000 jackpot are you getting cash or free play?

Cash of course! Casinos use a mix of free play, dining offers, events and promotions to make a guest’s experience more exciting.

Understand that my responses are generated from cases I have seen and are based on my professional experience in the casino

Do you have a question for a Marketing Director? Have you ever wondered about the people working behind the scenes?

Do you want to find out how it really works? We know you do and here is your chance to find out!

Send your question in an email with “Ask Joe” in the subject to our address at editor@azgamingguide.com and if Joe selects your question to be answered in an upcoming issue, you’ll get a $25 gift card! (If you prefer to send a letter, you may mail it to the following address: “Ask Joe” Arizona Gaming Guide PO BOX 20636 Mesa, AZ 85277)

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gaming industry and don’t necessarily represent every casino, player, and situation out there.

That’s all for now from Joe, so keep writing in your questions for Joe to answer and have us print in upcoming issues!

Country superstars Rascal Flatts will be performing at the Laughlin Event Center on Saturday, September 26, 2015. You can purchase room and ticket packages through the Tropicana Laughlin as they have the best deal in town.

Plus, if you are up for a slot tournament with a $2,500 prize pool, the Tropicana Laughlin hosts the River Fund Slot Tournament on the second Sunday of every month. That means the remaining dates for 2015 are August 9, September 13, October 11, November 8 and December 13.

You can enter the tournament for just $5 or by bringing 5 nonperishable food items valued at a $1 each (at least). The tournament is held from 10am to 4pm with the first place winner walking away with $1,000 in free play, second place receives $500 in free play, third wins $250 in free play and 4th through 14th places are also in the “money” with free play. Participating in the slot tournament is an easy way to support a great cause and walk away a winner with a bankroll at the Tropicana Laughlin! All proceeds of the River Fund $2,500 Slot Tournament benefit The River Fund, Inc. and the Colorado River Food Bank, two charities who provide much needed services to the areas of Bullhead City, Ft. Mohave and Mohave Valley, Arizona and Laughlin, Nevada.

For information about the Tropicana Laughlin, their specials, and a lot more, visit their website at TropLaughlin.com. $

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CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Listings Latin Fire Dance Nights (Learn to Dance)—Tue. at 6pm, Rhythm of the Sun—Tue. at 8pm, Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)— Wed. & Thu. at 6pm, Redneck Rockstars (Country)— Mon. 8pm, Rhythm Of The Sun—Tue. 8pm, Daisy Train (Country)—Wed. 8pm, The Tommy Ash Band (Country, Rock, Americana)—Thu. 8pm, Arizona Room Trivia—Tue. 7pm.

Casino Del Sol—Tucson, AZ—520.838.6506 Paradiso Bar & Lounge: Featuring a variety of live bands & DJs on weekends Cliff Castle Casino—Camp Verde, AZ—800.381.7568 Dragonfly Lounge: Featuring a variety of live bands & DJs on weekends

Smokey Robinson Desert Diamond Casino—Sahuarita September 18, 2015 Motown icon Smokey Robinson is coming to the Diamond Center on Friday, September 18. Tickets start at $35 and are on sale now. With his eternally smooth and instantly recognizable falsetto alone – without the strings, bass, guitar or drums – legendary singer/songwriter/producer Smokey Robinson’s honey-coated voice absolutely is the audio equivalent of comfort food…comfort food for the soul…with soul. In following with the definition of comfort food (food prepared in a traditional style having a usually nostalgic or sentimental appeal), the Motown legend’s forthcoming ROBSO Records CD, Tim e Flies When You’re Having Fun has certainly been “prepared in a traditional style,” while that oh-so-familiar, highly identifiable crooning has an indisputable “nostalgic or sentimental appeal.” Treena Parvello, Director of Public Relations and Communications for the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise, said, “Smokey Robinson is a true American music legend and we’re thrilled to welcome him to the Diamond Center! Tickets are sure to go fast, so don’t miss your chance to see one of Motown’s greats live in concert!”

Apache Gold Casino—Globe, AZ—800.272.2438 Events: Sienna and Kush Country—Aug. 15 Ramon Ayala—Sep. 19 BlueWater Casino—Parker, AZ—888.243.3360 Dig Lounge: Featuring a variety of live bands, karaoke & DJs—Daily at 5pm Events: Cage Rage 10—Oct. 17 Casino Arizona—Scottsdale, AZ—480.850.7777 The Showroom: Rumors (Fleetwood Mac Tribute)—Aug. 7-8, Journey Unlimited (Journey Tribute)—Aug. 21-22, No Duh (No Doubt Tribute)—Aug. 28-29, Mariachi Reyna De Los Angeles—Sep. 16 The Arizona Room:

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Cocopah Resort Casino—Somerton, AZ—800.237.5687 Events: Karaoke with Bling Bling/DJ Sosa—Th & Fr at 8pm Desert Diamond Casino I—Tucson, AZ—866.332.9467 Monsoon Nightclub: Dance Fusion with DJ Blade—Fridays Noches Caliente—Saturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music!

Desert Diamond Casino II—Sahuarita, AZ—866.332.9467 Sports Bar: Karaoke Night—Wednesdays 7-11pm Live music or DJs—Fridays & Saturdays Diamond Center: Lee Ann Womack—Aug. 15, Three Dog Night—Aug. 22, Pedro Fernandez—Aug. 29, Frank Caliendo—Sep. 5 Fort McDowell Casino—Fort McDowell, AZ—800.843.3678 Lucky 7 Saloon: Featuring a variety of live music every weekend Events: Roy Jones Jr. Nutritional Brands Boxing—Aug. 15 94.5 KOOL FM Summer Splash—Aug. 21—23 Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino—Maricopa, AZ—480.802.5000 Special Events: Jo Dee Messina —7th, The Wailers—8th The Lounge: Queen Na tio n (Tribute)—14th&15th, Young Country—21st, AzTex—22nd, quantum—28th, Solace—28th Wednesdays In The Lounge: Enjo y live music fro m No o n—4pm. Jukebox 6— 5th, Joe Costello Syndicate—12th, XO—19th, Silhouette—26th The Lounge Happy Hour: Enjo y Ha ppy ho ur a nd live music fro m 5 – 8pm. XO Duo—3rd, Flavour— 4th, The Walkens Duo—5th, Notes from Neptune—6th, XO Duo—10th, Flavour—11th, The Walkens Duo—12th, Notes from Neptune—13th, He Said She Said—17th, Paul Wells—18th, The Walkens Duo—19th, Karen & Pat—20th, He Said She Said—24th, Paul Wells—25th, The Walkens Duo—26th, Karen & Pat—27th, John Eric Duo—31st Sundays in The Lounge: Enjoy live music from 4 – 8pm. Stanley Serano Trio—2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th Margarita Sundays Poolside parties held Sundays from 2—6pm during the summer. Kush Country—2nd, The Walkens—9th, AzTex—16th, Desert Beach—23rd, Rock Lobster—30th

Editor’s Pick Hon-Dah Casino—Pinetop, AZ—800.929.8744 Timbers Lounge and Showroom: Munday Funday—Comedy Show 7pm, Affinity (Variety)—Aug. 4-8, Clark County Band (Country)—Aug. 11-15, Barrio Latino (Variety) —Aug. 18-22, Harry Luge (Country)—Aug. 25-29 Lone Butte Casino—Chandler, AZ—800.946.4452 Cascades Lounge: Phoenix area bands & DJs offer free live entertainment throughout the week featuring the Valley's best local bands & DJs

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Mazatzal Presents:

The Troubadour Experience A Tribute To George Straight August 14

Mazatzal Casino—Payson, AZ—800.777.7529 Apache Spirits Lounge: Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends.

Events: Troubadour Experience (George Strait Tribute)—Aug. 14 Paradise Casino—Yuma, AZ—888.777.4946 Sharky’s Bar & Bites: Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends Quechan Casino—Winterhaven, CA—877.783.2426 Sidewinders Bar & Grill: Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends Pipa Event Center: WAR—Aug. 28 Talking Stick Resort—Scottsdale, AZ—480.850.7777 The Pool: FTampa and Kryder—Aug. 8, DEEJAY AL—Aug. 9, Nicky Romero—Aug. 15, SNBRN—Aug. 16, Cosmic Gate—Aug. 22, Jen Jones—Aug. 23, Miss Nine—Aug. 29, DJ Kittie—Aug. 30 The Showroom & Grand Ballroom: Yes with TOTO—Sep. 4 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino—Flagstaff, AZ—855.946.8946 Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends Vee Quiva Casino—Laveen, AZ—800.946.4452 VQ Live: Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends Event Center: Born Jovi (Bon Jovi Tribute)—Aug. 14, The Chi-Lites Featuring Marshall Thompson—Aug. 22 Wild Horse Pass Casino—Chandler, AZ—800.946.4452 Chrome Nightclub—Fri & Sat 9pm-2am, The Lounge—Featuring a variety of live music nightly, Festival Park—Live music outdoors Showroom: Los Enanitos Verdes—Aug. 7, Rodney Carrington—Aug. 8, America—Aug. 14, Justin Shandor “World’s Ultimate Elvis Concert”— Aug. 15, Nashville Gold 50 Years Of Country Music—Aug. 16, Pat Benetar & Neil Giraldo 35th Anniversary Tour—Aug. 21, WFF MMA—Aug. 22, Sinbad—Aug. 29 Verify all details & age restrictions (generally 21 & over) for each event. Venues, times, dates, & ticket information are subject to change. Photos/images copyright of the individual artist(s), photographer(s), or venue(s). All Rights Reserved. We are not responsible for incorrect, missing, or outdated information.

On August 14th, the Official Payson Rodeo Week Kickoff Event: The Troubadour Experience—A Tribute to George Strait will be live and in concert at Mazatzal Hotel & Casino's Event Center.

For George Strait fans and country music lovers alike, The Troubadour Experience is a must see! Get your boots on and enjoy being entertained by a tribute to one of country music’s most legendary performers.

Tickets are on sale now at only $10 in advance and $15 on the day of the concert. Guests must be 21 or over. The doors open at 7:30pm and the show starts at 8pm. For more information on Mazatzal Hotel & Casino or the concert, visit Mazatzal-Casino.com or call 1.800.777.PLAY. $

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CASINO BINGO

By Satara Williams

BINGO PLAYER WINS $60,000 Casino Arizona’s Bingo Bonanza Awards Huge Jackpot

L

ady luck was with Barbara Goguen on June 19. The bingo enthusiast played Casino Arizona’s Bingo Bonanza and hit the jackpot for a whopping $60,000. “Casino Arizona crowns new winners on a daily basis,” said Ramon Martinez, director of public relations for Casino Arizona.

“We’re proud to announce Barbara as our latest recipient and can’t wait to see what she does with her earnings.” During Bingo Bonanza, the first 45 numbers are pre-called. Players must then score a bingo in 50 numbers or less for the big win. As a progressive game, the jackpot starts at a set amount and increases until it is hit. The jackpot has now been reset to $5,000, allowing other hopefuls a chance to join the winner circle. For more information on Casino Arizona’s Bingo games and prizes, call 480.850.7777 or visit CasinoArizona.com/bingo.aspx. $

Casino

Sessions

Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic

Apache Gold

Su, We, Th at Noon. Fr & Sa at 7pm. 1st Mo of the month at 7pm

100

No

Yes

No

BlueWater

Mo-We 6:30pm. Su at 1:30pm.

400

Yes

Yes

No

Casino Arizona

Mo-Su at 6:30pm Daily Matinees at 12:30pm

1000

Yes

Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr & Sa Doors at 10pm. Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol

Daily at Noon, 1:30, 2:15, 6:30 & 7:15pm

600

Yes

Yes

Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm.

Cocopah

Th-Su at 6:30pm

350

Yes*

Yes

No

Desert Diamond I

We-Mo 1:30, 2, 6, 6:30 & 7pm

300

Yes

Yes

No

Fort McDowell

Sa & Su at 6:45am. We-Mo at 9am. Daily at 12:30 & 6:30pm.

1275

(2 sections: enclosed or in general seating)

Yes

Fr & Sa at 11:30pm.

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule.

Harrah’s Ak-Chin

We-Su at 11:30am, 2:30, 3:30, and 6:30pm

470

Yes

Yes

No

Lone Butte

Sa & Su: 10, Noon, 3:45, 5:30pm.

Daily: Noon & 6:30pm.

750

Yes

Yes

B.A.D. Bingo Fr & Sa at 11:30pm.

Mazatzal

Mo-Th at Noon.

Tu & Th at 6:30pm.

280

Yes

Yes

No

Paradise

Daily at 1:30pm.

Mo-Fr at 6pm.

300

Yes

Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo & Other Special Dates

Twin Arrows

Th-Su at 7pm & Su at 3pm.

100

No

Yes

No

Vee Quiva

Daily at Noon & 6:30pm.

366

Yes

Yes

Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm.

Yes

Late Night

Sources: Arizona Department of Gaming—Current Tribal Gaming Status as of 07/01/15 & direct inquiries by press time. We are not responsible for incorrect, missing, or outdated information.

Contact editor@azgamingguide.com to make updates. *Cocopah Resort Casino offers “Smoke-Free Sundays” which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday.

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SAMI’S SMACKDOWN

By Sami Becker

THE CASINOS ARE TOO COLD! How To Handle The Indoor Cold With Arizona’s Outdoor Heat

M

ay and June mark the beginning of the hot season in Arizona as all of our readers certainly know. The snowbirds go back to whence they came to return again in six months, and the weather begins to play tricks on everyone.

During my recent casino trips in The Valley and Tucson, I heard plenty of people complain about how cold the casinos were.

Fellow patrons were making comments about the low temperature, the drafts, and endless variations of the same thing. What really surprised me was how year after year, the same issue of temperature comes up during the same times of the year.

Now, of course, I understand. Many casino visitors are sensitive to the cold, and drafts, and to a whole host of other environmental concerns. Especially when many of them, being snowbirds, are escaping the cold to enjoy the heat. of the summer.

However, the casinos are trying to regulate temperatures inside their building when not only is the temperature unexpectedly rising outside, but thousands of warm bodies, breathing out warm air, are playing at slot machines which also generate a lot of heat. So, what do they have to do? Make a decision when, exactly, they switch from heating to cooling, and once they start cooling, how cool do they attempt to maintain their property?

Just like we all try to avoid turning on the air conditioner at home, the casinos want to wait as long as possible while still maintaining a level of comfort which will be attractive to customers and not harmful to all of the expensive equipment on the casino floor.

What happens when the ACs do kick in to high gear because outside it’s over 100 and it’s only May? Well we all feel cold because we are used to not having an air conditioner continually blow a stream of cold air on us while we are inside. Most of us have been trying to enjoy the gorgeous Arizona weather inside by keeping our windows and doors open.

I know this will sound really strange, but make sure you dress in layers when you go to a casino, no matter what time of year it may be. Bring a light jacket at the very least, even in the middle

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Some people may look at this suggestion as completely nuts, or that I sound like a parent chastising a child, but I just think it is practical and will potentially prevent you from going home with a cold because of a draft. No one wants to be sick, right?

Realize that your favorite machine may just be right beneath an AC vent, or in the middle of a very cold draft. And, if you decide to plop yourself down at your favorite game for even just 30 minutes, your t-shirt, shorts, and sandals won’t keep you warm, or comfortable for very long, regardless of the time of day.

At home, we know where the drafts and the vents are and we will either seek them out or shun them depending on the time of year. But at a casinos, we’re not in control of the AC, so come prepared.

And, once the summer is over, the complaints will start about how the casinos are too hot, right? Well, if you remember to start dressing in layers... $

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about?

Write me at: sami@azgamingguide.com

FUN FACTS

By Mark Novak

THE KOI FISH IN ASIAN CULTURE Representing Success To Wealth And Riches

T

he koi fish is a domesticated variety of carp originally bred for decorative ponds and landscaping in the Chinese and Japanese cultures over the last two centuries.

Many of the Asian cultural attributes of the koi symbolize several lessons and even trials individuals often encounter in life. The koi fish has a powerful and energetic life force, demonstrated by its ability to swim against currents, travel upstream, and even up rapids and waterfalls. Some of the characteristics associated with the koi include: Good Fortune, Success, Prosperity, Longevity, Courage, Ambition, and Perseverance. Since koi come in many different colors and patterns, the two most important for us casino visitors are: Ogon - This solid, silver colored koi symbolically represents success in business and wealth. Yamabuki The Yamabuki koi is gold in coloring and symbolizes riches and wealth. $

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FUN & GAMES

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Scottsdale

480-850-7777 904

Y

Y

05. Casino Del Sol

5655 W. Valencia Rd.

Tucson

855-765-7829 1,066

Y

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7406 S. Camino De Oeste

Tucson

855-765-7829 290

07. Cliff Castle Casino & Hotel

I-17, Exit 289

Camp Verde

800-381-7568 655

15318 S. Ave. B

Somerton

800-237-5687 509

7350 S. Nogales Hwy.

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866-332-9467 1,089

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866-332-9467 675

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08. Cocopah Resort Casino 09. Desert Diamond Casino I 10. Desert Diamond Casino II 11. Desert Diamond Casino-Why 12. Fort McDowell Casino

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480-802-5000 1,089

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800-929-8744 825

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800-777-7529 420

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450 Quechan Dr.

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888-777-4946 486

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I-8, Exit 166

Winterhaven, CA 877-783-2426 1,000+

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8555 Hwy. 95

Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 157

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101 & Indian Bend

Scottsdale

480-850-7777 759

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I-40, Exit 219

Flagstaff

855-946-8946 1,084

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6443 Komatke Ln.

Laveen

800-946-4452 950

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5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd.

Chandler

800-946-4452 950

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1505 E. Hwy. 69

Prescott

800-756-8744 243

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1077 S. Kyrene Rd.

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Hwy. 87, 1/4 mi. S. of Payson

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23. Wild Horse Pass Casino

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Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 904 Maricopa

15. Lone Butte Casino

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58

15406 N. Maricopa Rd.

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866-332-9467

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Golf

800-756-8744 321

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888-243-3360 525

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1500 E. Hwy. 69

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Sources: Arizona Department of Gaming—Current Tribal Gaming Status as of 07/01/15 & direct inquiries by press time. We are not responsible for incorrect, missing, or outdated information.

Contact editor@azgamingguide.com to make updates. *Cocopah Resort Casino offers “Smoke-Free Sundays” which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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Smoke-Free Area

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11300 Resort Drive

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02. BlueWater Resort & Casino

Poker Room

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800-272-2438 598

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Hwy. 70, 5 mi. E. of Globe

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