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Contents IN EVERY ISSUE 04 EDITOR’S NOTE 06 PLAYERS TALK 10 NEW SLOTS

16 TABLE GAMES 20 FEATURE STORY 24 LAUGHLIN, NEVADA 26 GAMING NEWS 32 CASINO ENTERTAINMENT 34 SAMI’S SMACKDOWN 36 FUN & GAMES 38 CASINO DIRECTORY

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YOUR SEAT IS RESERVED! TOURNEVENT OF CHAMPIONS THE MILLION DOLLAR EVENT

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Your luck is in! The #1 game series in Asia, Jin Ji Bao Xi—Rising Fortunes is first at Talking Stick Resort.

Are you a smart gambler? Find out everything you need to know with Table Games writer TJ’s quiz.

Read about the great promotions patrons can participate in at the Golden Nugget Laughlin in June.

RISING FORTUNES AT TALKING STICK RESORT

TAKE TJ JORGENSEN’S CASINO QUIZ

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EDITOR’S NOTE

EVERI’S TOURNEVENT

Your Authority On Everything Gaming

The Million Dollar Event Slot Tourney

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lot manufacturer and casino financial solutions provider Everi, is kicking off their annual TournEvent of Champions The Million Dollar Event slot tournament this month across North America. Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona will be one of the casinos in the state hosting this major event. If you want other casinos to be part of the TournEvent, make sure you tell a slot department or a players club employee. The more casinos hosting the event, the more chances us players have to qualify for the final in Las Vegas held this October! Having participated in numerous slot tournaments on Everi’s games, and in the TournEvent myself, I can tell you how fun and exciting the tournament is. Everi’s slot tournament game gives players real time updates via a massive leaderboard on video monitors above the bank, live video of the competing players, and a way to earn more points with bonus icons on screen by touching the images which then reveal an extra credit prize.

These games are a far cry from the mechanical three reel, one pay line slot tournament machines of the past. So, go sign up for the Tournevent of Champions at Talking Stick Resort and then head out to all the other casinos in Arizona and tell them you’d like to sign up there too!

We hope you enjoy this issue of the Arizona Gaming Guide magazine. Please visit our Facebook at: Facebook.com/ArizonaGamingGuide, 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 the Arizona Gaming Guide on our website at AZGamingGuide.com. Let me know what you think of this issue and have fun!

Thank You!

Alexandra

Alexandra Lang Editor-in-Chief editor@azgamingguide.com

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PLAYERS TALK Q: I am retired and enjoy going to the casino two or three times a month. I start at Keno. I play 20 games with the same six numbers for $1 per game. I play a lot of Video Poker at $2.50 a game. I have had very good luck at times. Video Keno seems to be always busy. I would like to know if the amount of numbers you play changes the outcome. For example, five numbers versus ten numbers. Thank you!

Roger O’Connor – Phoenix, Arizona A: We love Video Keno as much as you do Roger! Why? Because, like Video Poker, all the math for the outcomes when combined with the pay table available in the help screen tell you exactly what the return to player percentage of the game is. At least you know the house hold you are playing against! With the slots, it can be anyone’s guess!

In any event, the first table of probabilities (pg. 8, expressed as percentages) based on spots played will be of extreme usefulness for any Video Keno fanatic. This table helps a Video Keno player determine how frequently they will experience certain wins over the long run (i.e. millions of spins on a Video Keno machine). For example, in the first table, playing six spots, the probability of hitting four spots (as a percentage) is 2.85 on average over the long run. Playing seven spots, the probability of hitting four spots (as a percentage) is about 5.22. Playing four spots, the probability of hitting all four spots is about 0.31.

That’s low! Less than a third of one percent chance!

The bottom row of the first table (labeled Total Probability (%) Of Wins) identifies the total probability, as a percentage, of all wins for each column based on typical Video Keno pay tables as listed in the last table. This row helps players identify which selection of spots has the lowest and highest probability of hitting winners, on average, over the long run.

The second table indicates what the pulls to hit, or number of spins, for spots are based on total spots selected. For example, in the second table, playing six spots, you can expect to hit four spots once in every 35.04 games on average over the long run.

Playing seven spots, you’ll hit four spots once every 19.16 games on average over the long run. Playing four spots, you’ll hit all four spots once in every 326.44 games on average over the long run. You can use the table to better identify which selection of spots you’d like to play based on how often they occur.

Of course, the tables provide a limited amount of insight until you associate wins and the amounts of the wins onto each set of spots. Essentially, we need a pay table and Video Keno has two types. The first kind pays players for not hitting any of the numbers and the second pays only when players hit numbers.

Personally, pay tables where players are paid for not hitting their spots suck. In our opinion, they are no fun to play. And, you can really feel it when you play such pay tables. You are constantly winning a low amount of money. Plus, you are no (Continued on page 8)

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PLAYERS TALK (Continued from page 6)

longer playing a pay table with a return to player (RTP) percentage that is in the nineties. Now the return to player percentage is in the eighties. That means the casino is holding more money!

And, our Video Keno advice to you is to not switch spots! Pick your spots and stick with those numbers. Don’t make a change, as you’ll always be frustrated by hits on spots you just removed.

Less aggravation is always a good thing!

But regardless of personal preference, the last two tables split out the Pulls to Hit for winners only, along with the combined Pulls to Hit for all wins in the bottom row, based on the Hit 0 pay (labeled Pay Table “0”) and not having a Hit 0 pay (labeled Pay Table “1”).

Please note the tables below have green cells (spots players are paid for) and red cells (spots players are not paid for) for the standard pay table as listed in the last table (Pay Table “1”).

Good luck with your Video Keno play sessions Roger! $

Probability (%) Hit 0

1 Spot 75.00

2 Spots 56.01

3 Spots 41.65

4 Spots 30.83

5 Spots 22.72

6 Spots 16.66

7 Spots 12.16

8 Spots 8.83

9 Spots 6.37

10 Spots 4.58

Hit 1 Hit 2

25.00

37.97 6.01

43.09 13.88

43.27 21.26

40.57 27.05

36.35 30.83

31.52 32.67

26.65 32.82

22.07 31.64

17.96 29.53

1.39

4.32 0.31

8.39 1.21

12.98 2.85

17.50 5.22

21.48 8.15

24.61 11.41

26.74 14.73

0.06

0.31 0.013

0.86 0.073 0.0024

1.83 0.24 0.016

3.26 0.57 0.059

5.14 1.15 0.16

0.00043

0.0033 0.00007

0.014 0.00061

10.23

15.31

0.00001 6.47

Hit 3 Hit 4 Hit 5 Hit 6 Hit 7 Hit 8 Hit 9 Hit 10 Total Probability (%) Of Wins Pulls to Hit Hit 0 Hit 1

1 Spot 1.33 4.00

Hit 2 Hit 3 Hit 4 Hit 5 Hit 6 Hit 7

25.00

6.01

15.26

25.89

9.67

16.16

23.66

2 Spots 1.79 2.63

3 Spots 2.40 2.32

4 Spots 3.24 2.31

5 Spots 4.40 2.46

6 Spots 6.00 2.75

7 Spots 8.23 3.17

8 Spots 11.33 3.75

9 Spots 15.69 4.53

10 Spots 21.84 5.57

16.63

7.21 72.07

4.70 23.12 326.44

3.70 11.91 82.70 1,550.57

3.24 7.70 35.04 323.04 7,752.84

3.06 5.71 19.16 115.76 1,365.98 40,979.31

3.05 4.66 12.27 54.64 422.53 6,232.27

3.16 4.06 8.76 30.67 174.84 1,690.11

3.39 3.74 6.79 19.44 87.11 620.68

Hit 8

230,114.61

Hit 9 Hit 10 Overall Pulls to Hit Of Wins Pay Table “0”

4.00

16.63

6.55

3.86

1 Spot

10.34

6.19

4.23

30,681.95

7,384.47

1,380,687.65

163,381.37

6.53

8,911,711.18 15.47

9.77

2 Spots

3 Spots

4 Spots

5 Spots

6 Spots

7 Spots

8 Spots

9 Spots

10 Spots

Hit 0 Hit 1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

Hit 2 Hit 3 Hit 4 Hit 5 Hit 6

5

2 11

1 5 40

3 10 400

2 5 49 1,000

1 2 22 275

1 2 10 40

1 5 40

5 25

2,500

500 5,000

400 1,000 5,000

Hit 7 Hit 8 Hit 9 Hit 10 Total RTP (%) Pay Table “1” Hit 1 Hit 2 Hit 3 Hit 4 Hit 5 Hit 6 Hit 7 Hit 8 Hit 9 Hit 10 Total RTP (%)

N/A

86.08%

84.66%

85.97%

85.79%

84.96%

85.33%

84.57%

84.25%

120 500 2,000 10,000 86.43%

1 Spot 3

2 Spots

3 Spots

4 Spots

5 Spots

6 Spots

7 Spots

8 Spots

9 Spots

10 Spots

15

2 46

2 5 91

75.00

90.19

91.58

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3

3

1

12 810

4 70 1,600

2 21 400 7,000

2 12 98 1,652 10,000

1 6 44 335 4,700 10,000

91.93

92.67

92.44

92.31

92.00

5 24 142 1,000 4,500 10,000 92.67

NEW SLOTS

Jin Ji Bao Xi – Rising Fortunes Now At Talking Stick Resort In Scottsdale

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alking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona is the first casino in Arizona to have the brand-new Jin Ji Bao Xi – Rising Fortunes slot machine from Scientific Games. Players can change between one and two cent denominations and select up to a max bet of 800 credits. Make sure to visit Talking Stick Resort to play this exciting new game! For more information about Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona, visit TalkingStickResort.com.

Your luck is in! The #1 game series in Asia, Jin Ji Bao Xi is here and debuting with the thrilling game, Rising Fortunes! Game features include the Jin Ji Bao Xi bonus where players pick for jackpots! If six or more Red Gong symbols displaying credit prizes land on the reels, a bonus selection is triggered, and the sum of the prizes creates the Shou Bonus. Players choose between free games where Gold Gong symbols award the Shou Bonus, and a Top Up Bonus, a lock and spin feature where Gold Gong symbols award the Shou Bonus, and lucky Green Gong symbols award the sum of all symbols a rising fortune!

For more information about Jin Ji Bao Xi – Rising Fortunes and other exciting games, visit SGGaming.com.

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NEW SLOTS

Wheels Go Round Bull Now At Desert Diamond Casino Sahuarita

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he Wheels Go Round Bull slot game, a 5 reel, 50 line game, from Aruze Gaming is now available at the Desert Diamond Casino in Sahuarita. Offering five riveting free game options, Wheels Go Round Bull stirs up excitement and riches as players select the level of volatility with up to 20 free games. Three scattered bonus symbols appear during the Bull Feature. Plus, the Wheels Go Round Feature is triggered when any five or more wheel overlays appear on the screen. Wheels will roll through the top box until one drops down into the second screen. The wheel will spin once and will award either a credit prize or a progressive jackpot.

For more information about Wheels Go Round Bull and other exciting titles by Aruze Gaming, visit their website at Aruze-Gaming.com. For more information on Desert Diamond Casinos and their latest slots, visit DDCAZ.com, call 1.866.DDC.WINS (1.866.332.9461), or follow them on Facebook (/ddcaz), Twitter (@DiamondCasinos), and Instagram (@DiamondCasinos). $

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NEW SLOTS

Coming Soon

Megabucks Double Gold

By IGT

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ans of Megabucks are sure to enjoy IGT’s Megabucks Double Gold slots and its Megabucks Wheel Bonus. The Wheel Bonus is available at the 4 and 5 credit bet steps and is triggered when a Megabucks Wheel Bonus symbol lands on reel three. If a player chooses to bet up, the credit value shown on the wheel is doubled.

Two Megabucks symbols on reels one and two, and a Megabucks Wheel Bonus symbol on reel three on the pay line award the top wide area progressive award. Housed on the massive S3000 XL gaming machine, this 3 reel, single pay line game features a 5 credit maximum bet.

Also coming soon to your favorite casino is IGT’s Hot Hit Pepper Pays video slots.

This 3 x 5 reel game has a minimum bet of 50 credits and a 9 level progressive that can be triggered at any bet level during the base game and free games bonus for frequent progressive action. The Hot Hits Progressive feature is triggered when 7 or more red Hot Hit symbols land on the reels.

For more information on either of these great new games, visit IGT.com. $

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TABLE GAMES

By Al Moe

Texas Hold ’Em Poker Rules For Limit Games Versus No-Limit Games

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he game Texas Hold ’Em is hot but thinking that limit and no-limit games are the same is not. Games with a limit on wagers are more forgiving because you can skate around, make some mistakes, and perhaps still come out ahead for the evening. Make a single mistake at no-limit, and you’re busted!

Rules for Limit Games In limit games, you can bluff all you want, but you can’t win very often doing it. You’ll have to show-down the best hand almost all the time. That means you’ll want to start with the best hands like top pairs and aces and faces. Especially if you’re under the gun.

If you’ve got weaker hands like Jack-Ten or 8-9 suited, it’s less profitable to call early, but you can certainly limp-in with them from closer to the button since there’s less chance of getting raised. If you’ve got a big pair or Ace-King, they are always worth a raise or even a re-raise. Narrow the field and get some money in the pot.

You can keep betting your pocket Aces or Kings no matter what flops. A scary board like 9-T-Q might slow you down, but don’t let anyone draw to a straight or flush cheaply. If you flop a set, put in a raise or re-raise, even with that flop, for the same reason. It’s going to hit a lot of hands, and they’ll pay to draw, so make’em. If they hit a flush or straight that’s a bummer, but you can take down a big pot if you make a full house!

Other than that, don’t try to make a straight or a flush heads-up.

Those are drawing hands, and you want at least two callers to make it profitable. And, don’t draw to a straight with two cards of the same suit on the flush. One of your outs will put a possible flush out there. Wait for a better opportunity.

have to tread softly when an over-card comes on the flop and you get a call. When you flop top pair, it’s your kicker that’s important. Don’t expect to win with King-Ten very often, but Ace-King or King-Queen on a flop with a King is strong. Bet those hands!

And, you can take some chances on nut-flush, and nut-straight (nut means the best) draws for reasonable bet amounts, even against just one player because you can get paid off well on the river!

Other than that, don’t call for all your chips to draw to a straight or flush unless you are getting good odds from the money in the pot compared to how much it is to call—more than 2-1 on the flop and 5-1 on the turn. Don’t call to draw if there’s a pair onboard.

On the flip side, bet more than 1/2 the pot when there is a flush or straight draw to keep others from calling cheaply. $

Rules for No-Limit Games No-limit is all about risk versus reward. You don’t ever want to be wrong about having the best hand but, paradoxically, you can limp-in with weaker starting hands because you can dump them on the flop or get paid handsomely if you make a big hand.

You’ll want to get a raise in preflop with top pairs, and you’ll

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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. His book, “Vegas and the Mob," is available online at Amazon.com. He is also the proud father of four beautiful girls.

TABLE GAMES

By TJ Jorgensen

ARE YOU A GOOD GAMBLER? Take This Gambling Quiz And Find Out!

1. You're playing at a roulette table where the last ten numbers have been red. What color should you bet on the next spin?

A. Black because it's overdue B. Red because this is the trend C. Doesn't matter 2. You're playing blackjack and another player is playing foolishly.

What should you do?

A. Leave, because by playing foolishly he's disrupting the natural flow of the cards causing the dealer to win B. Ignore them C. Verbally taunt them to cause them to leave

4. When should you take insurance in blackjack? Assume you're not counting cards.

A. Always B. Only when you have a blackjack (Even Money) C. Only when you have a blackjack or another high total D. Never 5. The blackjack dealer is breaking almost every single hand and you’re dealt a 16 vs. the dealer’s up card of a 10. What should you do?

A. Stand, because the dealer will likely break again B. Hit C. Double down 6. You're dealt an Ace-7, the blackjack dealer’s up card is a 10. What should you do?

A. Stand, because you have 18 B. Hit C. Double down 7. What should you do after losing a bet, assuming that the goal is to maximize the rate of return on future bets?

A. Bet more B. Bet less C. Doesn't matter 8. You have doubled down on 11, five times in a row and lost. You’re again dealt an 11 against a Dealer up card of 10, what should you do?

A. Play the trend and just Hit B. Double down C. Just Hit until you get 17 or better

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9. Which is the worst bet in the casino?

A. Caribbean Stud Poker B. Let It Ride C. Slots D. Keno E. Roulette 10. Where can you get the best gambling advise and information?

A. Your cousin Larry B. The know-it-all next to you at the casino C. The Arizona Gaming Guide (Especially in TJ Jorgensen’s column!)

Rotate For Answers:

1. C. Doesn't matter, because the previous results have no effect on future outcomes.

2. B. Ignore them! In the long run it doesn't matter how other players play.

3. A. Doesn't matter, previous results mean nothing and each spin is random and completely independent from the spin before.

4. D. Never, insurance is always a bad bet unless you're counting cards.

5. B. Hit, always make the mathematically best play.

6. B. Hit, always make the mathematically best play.

7. C. Doesn't matter, because there is no betting system that can add or subtract from the house edge.

8. B. Double Down, always make the mathematically best play.

9. D. Keno, because the house has an edge of 25-30% over the player.

10. C. The Arizona Gaming Guide! As you know, the Arizona Gaming Guide includes advice on how to play written by people who all have decades of casino gaming industry experience working for casinos and slot manufacturers among other jobs. The Arizona Gaming Guide is always your best bet! I wish all you smart gamblers a ton of luck! $

3. You have the choice of two identical slot machines to play. One has recently hit the jackpot and the other one has not hit one in a long time.

Which one should you play?

A. Doesn't matter B. Play the machine that is overdue for a jackpot. It’s ripe and ready to pay off C. Play the machine that just hit, maybe it will hit again

Writer TJ Jorgensen has been a professional Blackjack player for over 20 years. He is well known for his tournament play and has beaten some of the top tournament players in the world. He has also won the World Series Of Blackjack. His book, “Beating The Casino At Their Own Game” is available by email at: TJ21PRO@GMail.com.

COVER STORY—EVERI’S TOURNEVENT OF CHAMPIONS

Your Seat Is Reserved: TournEvent of Champions The Million Dollar Event

It’s back and bringing unprecedented competition and intensity to casinos across North America! Presented by Everi and now in its seventh year, the TournEvent of Champions and The Million Dollar Event is the gaming industry’s premier slot tournament featuring a championship round with $1.3 million in total cash prizes. TournEvent of Champions once again searches for the best slot tournament player in North America to compete in the national championship The Million Dollar Event in October. If you love playing in exciting slot tournaments, sign up to compete in a qualifying event for an opportunity to become a representative from a participating casino. This will give you the chance to compete for a spot in The Million Dollar Event and a shot to win the grand prize of $1 million!*

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“We are excited to kickoff our seventh annual TournEvent of Champions campaign which will again culminate in Las Vegas with a $1 million grand prize* for one lucky slot player,” said Jeannie Moss, promotions manager, at Everi. “Since its start as statewide slot tournaments in California and Washington in 2012 with only 30 participating casinos, our goal has been to create the premier slot tournament in North America and memorable experiences for all of our players and finalists. Since then, we have grown the program to more than 100 casinos across the U.S. and Canada participating on an annual basis. This success isn’t possible without the support of our casino partners and generous sponsors and we look forward to this year’s campaign.”

Each winning casino representative will receive $800 towards airfare to Las Vegas for themselves and a guest; three night/four day hotel accommodations; transportation to and from McCarran International Airport; food and beverage credit; and, most importantly, a seat at The Million Dollar Event.

The championship event will take place on October 16, 2019, at the XS Nightclub in the Wynn/Encore Los Vegas Resort. You’ll also have a cheerleader by your side cheering you on in The Money Man, Everi’s iconic brand ambassador and the official mascot for TournEvent of Champions.

TournEvent of Champions is a unique collaboration between Everi, the casino industry's single source provider of gaming and financial technology solutions, and its top casino partners in North America to bring thrilling competition and unbelievable excitement to casinos through a patented slot tournament campaign.

With so much at stake and more than $6.4 million in total cash prizes awarded since its inception in 2012, it’s no surprise why

TournEvent of Champions has become the most exciting slot tournament event on the planet!

2018 National TournEvent of Champions Winner Following the electrifying slot tournament competition on October 10, 2018, in Las Vegas, Tanya S. representing Pines Restaurant and Casino, Evergreen Park, in Grand Prairie, Alberta, Canada, won the grand prize of $1 million and a cruise for two on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship.

Tanya overcame 166 of the top slot players in North America to be crowned the TournEvent of Champions winner.

The 2018 TournEvent of Champions kicked off in May 2018 and featured three tour buses and The Money Man traveling nearly 50,000 miles across the United States and Canada to visit 104 partner casinos.

More than 200,000 participants competed in TournEvent qualifiers to identify the top 166 players who competed at The Million Dollar Event. The finale was streamed live on the TournEvent of Champions and Super Jackpot Slots Community Casino Facebook pages.

As a precursor to The Million Dollar Event, Everi held a skillbased slot tournament based on the fiercely popular app Fruit Ninja earlier in the day on October 10, 2018 in Everi’s booth at the Global Gaming Expo, the largest gathering of global, commercial, and tribal gaming professionals in North America.

Played on Everi’s award-winning TournEvent slot tournament solution, nearly all 166 TournEvent of Champions finalists and their guests competed for 14 spots in the Fruit Ninja tournament championship held that evening during The Million Dollar Event with the winner taking home $5,000.

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COVER STORY—EVERI’S HARRAH’S TOURNEVENT AK-CHIN HOTEL OF CHAMPIONS AND CASINO Continued Continued How to Get Involved Be sure to get into the action-packed slot tournament fun and in the running for the TournEvent of Champions title and $1 million grand prize*. Below are three easy steps to get involved.

Step One – Semi-Finals Play in a participating casino's qualifying or invitational slot tournament before their posted final qualifying event and advance to the casino's semi-final tournament. Win a Golden Pass to earn a place at The Million Dollar Event in Las Vegas. You can learn more specific ways to earn a Golden Pass directly from a participating casino of your choice.

Step Two – In-Casino Finals Return with your Golden Pass and prove you have what it takes to claim the top spot to represent your participating casino by competing against other Golden Pass earners at your casino's final tournament.

Step Three – The Million Dollar Event If you are one of the participating casino representatives, pack your bags and your good luck charm as you and your guest head to Las Vegas to play in the championship event on October 16, 2019, at the Wynn/Encore Resort in the XS Nightclub for the crown and your share of more than $1.3 million!

Schedule of TournEvent Qualifiers (as of May 9, 2019) The below Arizona, Nevada, and southern California based casinos have committed to participating in the 2019 TournEvent of Champions and have scheduled their TournEvent finale qualifying events. Dates are subject to change.

New casinos are constantly joining in on the fun so please visit TournEventOfChampions.com for an updated list of participating casinos. Please be sure to check with participating casinos about their qualifying event schedules. Qualifying events are open to player’s club members unless the casino indicates otherwise. Will you arrive a winner and leave a legend? $ June 8—Elk Valley Casino—California June 22—Eagle Mountain Casino—California June 29—Valley View Casino and Hotel—California August 2—Chukchansi Gold Resort and Casino—California September 7—Talking Stick Resort and Casino—Arizona Cache Creek Casino Resort—California Morongo Casino Resort Spa—California Sycuan Casino—California Aquarius Casino Resort—Nevada Arizona Charlie’s (Boulder & Decatur)—Nevada Pahrump Nugget Hotel & Casino—Nevada Stratosphere Casino Hotel & Tower—Nevada * Payable in periodic payments over 20 years or in a lump sum, present day cash value payment.

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LAUGHLIN, NEVADA

By Elizabeth Schueren

IT’S SIZZLING HOT AT GOLDEN NUGGET Golden Nugget Laughlin Is Giving Away More Than $100,000 In June!

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his summer is going to be sizzling hot at the Golden Nugget Laughlin. In June, Golden Nugget Laughlin is giving away over $100,000!

It all starts June 6-8, during their $30,000 Fun in the Sun Slot Tournament, where first place takes home $10,000 and all other tournament entrants are guaranteed to win at least $25. The tournament’s $50 entry fee includes two rounds of tournament play. Plus, the top three scores of each day will win up to $100 in Free Slot Play.

The fun continues June 13-15, during Golden Nugget Laughlin’s $20,000 Blackjack Tournament. Each player that finishes in the top 20 places takes home cash and the player who places first wins $10,000. Plus, all tournament players will be entered into the bonus drawings where ten lucky players will win $100 in promotional chips throughout the tournament on Friday, June 14. The entry fee is $50 with $50 Re-buy rounds.

Plus, players could win a share of $5,000 every Saturday during Golden Nugget Laughlin’s $70,000 Beat the Heat Cash Giveaway. In a total of four drawings, five winners will receive $200

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cash at 5pm, 7pm and 9pm, and one lucky winner will receive $2,000 cash at 9:30pm.

Earning entries into the $70,000 Beat the Heat Cash giveaway is simple. Players can earn one entry for every 25 tier credits earned on their favorite slot or video poker machines from Thursday - Saturday each week.

For more information about Golden Nugget Laughlin, any of their upcoming promotions or to book a stay at Golden Nugget Laughlin, visit their website at GoldenNuggetLaughlin.com or call 1.800.237.1739. $

GAMING NEWS

George Lopez’s Chingon Kitchen Now Open At Gila River Hotels & Casinos—Vee Quiva

Caesars Entertainment’s Loyalty Program Wins Prestigious Freddie Award For Best Customer Service

George Lopez, stand-up comedian, television and film actor, talk show host and author, kicked off Cinco de Mayo weekend with the ribbon-cutting and public opening of George Lopez’s Chingon Kitchen at Gila River Hotels & Casinos – Vee Quiva.

Caesars Entertainment Corporation, one of the world’s most diversified gaming and entertainment companies, just announced that its loyalty program, Caesars Rewards, won the prestigious 2019 Freddie Award for best customer service throughout all of America. Over 7 million votes were cast for this year’s Freddie Awards which are considered to be some of the most highly sought-after awards and whose winners are widely considered best-in-class.

The restaurant features a menu of dishes made from scratch including tacos, burritos, bowls and salads loaded with woodfired carne asada, herb-crusted rotisserie chicken and spitfired al pastor. Guests can expect delicious Mexican favorites like handmade guacamole, churros, street corn, horchata and more.

In addition to the various food options, the restaurant stays true to Lopez’s roots, incorporating elements of traditional Mexican and Chicano heritage, like Dia de Los Muertos skulls and Lucha Libre masks. The restaurant flawlessly fuses this cultural iconography with urban-inspired décor featuring red brick, dark woods, and hand-painted graffiti murals.

“Our team members work tirelessly to offer outstanding customer service and hospitality to our guests, and this award is a great recognition of their efforts,” said Chief Experience Officer Michael Marino. “We really appreciate our Caesars Rewards members for recognizing our efforts, and we greatly appreciate the Freddie Awards for giving us this public recognition – it’s a tremendous accomplishment for our company.”

“I am thrilled to bring Chingon Kitchen to Arizona and to partner with Gila River Hotels & Casinos to open my second restaurant. Whether you’re a fan of mine or a fan of Mexican food, the restaurant offers something for everyone in a fun and high-energy environment,” said George Lopez.

With the Caesars Rewards loyalty program, members can receive complimentary hotel stays, including international stays at Caesars’ newest luxury resorts in Dubai. Members also have access to special events such as private New Year’s Eve parties throughout the U.S., golf outings with celebrities, famed sporting events and much more through Caesars Rewards partners.

Experience an unforgettable spin on all the Mexican cuisine you love and stop by Gila River Hotels & Casinos – Vee Quiva today! During your visit, make sure to check out the latest editions to their slot floor. You’re always guaranteed to find the newest games and the most popular slot titles such as Wheel of Fortune slots, Ghostbusters slots, Royal Derby and so much more! $

Additionally, both gaming and hospitality Caesars Rewards members receive credits through slot and table play, hotel stays, dining, entertainment purchases, shopping, spa treatments, golf and much more that can be redeemed for even more of their favorite experiences and amenities at more than 45 Caesars resorts and casinos around the world. To learn more, visit Caesars.com/rewards. $

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GAMING NEWS

Gaming Arts Receives Approvals For Their First Class III Slot Themes In The Pop’N Pays Family Of Games

Self-Proclaimed “Godfather” Of AZ Mixed Martial Arts Charged On Numerous Criminal Offenses

Gaming Arts LLC, an end-to-end gaming technology provider of electronic gaming machines, bingo, keno, and interactive casino-wide promotional systems, just announced multiple achievements across several areas of the Company’s business.

The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office filed charges in justice court against Mr. Roland Sarria and Mr. Todd Whitmoyer for suspected involvement in unsanctioned combat sporting events in Maricopa County. Charges arose from an Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) investigation into the activities of both defendants who reside in Maricopa County.

Recently, Gaming Arts received jurisdictional approvals of its first two Class III land-based slot themes in the Pop’N Pays family of games, Piñatas Olé and Big Top, housed on the eyecatching Phocus upright and hybrid cabinets. California, Oklahoma, Oregon, and Florida were the first states to launch Pop’N Pays beginning in early May. More than 400 units are in the pipeline and are scheduled to be placed before the end of the year, so keep an eye out for these great games at your favorite casino here in Arizona.

Gaming Arts President Mike Dreitzer said, “The launch of our first two Pop’N Pays video reel slot titles signals a new era for Gaming Arts and is a significant milestone in our company history. We are thankful to our customer-partners for embarking on this journey with us. We look forward to a high level of performance by our new products that we are confident will be rewarding to operators and players alike.”

The Pop’N Pays family of games are designed to provide an exciting and playful game experience through colorful and interactive characters and symbols that ‘pop’ to award wins.

Thrilling free games features and three-level progressives offer traditional yet whimsical content while delivering core gamblers an immersive experience without the overly serious nature of video reels seen in present time.

For more information on Pop’N Pays and other great products

by Gaming Arts, visit them at GamingArts.com. $

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Each subject faces four, class 2 misdemeanors for failing to procure a license and failing to provide a physician for unsanctioned events that occurred on September 15, 2018, in Phoenix, and another event on September 29, 2018, in Glendale. Additional charges could be forthcoming. In Arizona, class 2 misdemeanors can carry a maximum fine of $750 and four months jail time, per violation. In some instances, courts may assess a maximum fine of $10,000, per violation.

“It’s our duty to protect the integrity of these sports, the unarmed combatants and the public,” said ADG Director Ted Vogt. “We do this by ensuring that individuals engaged in unsanctioned unarmed combat events are held accountable in a court of law.” “Unarmed combat sports are highly regulated competitions that require careful oversight to ensure the safety of the combatants and the spectating public, as well as a fair competition and impartial result,” said Francisco Meneses, Jr., Executive Director, AZ Boxing & MMA Commission.

“Unsanctioned events pose a physical danger to fighters and the public alike and compromise the integrity of combat sports.”

ADG takes tips about unsanctioned events involving unarmed combat sports events very seriously. If you have a tip, or just need information, please call 1.602.364.1721. $ All defendants are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law.

GAMING NEWS

June Is Filled With Hot Casino Promotions & Drawings At Casino Del Sol In Tucson, Arizona PROMOTIONS Crack The Vault – Club Sol Members can swipe daily to enter the weekly virtual drawings on Tuesdays now thru June 25th.

Two winners every other hour between 12pm–8pm have a chance at $1000 cash! Each winner will receive $100 Free play & three chances to crack the vaults for a chance at $1,000 cash.

Each matched number is worth a cash payout. Every slot/table point earned is an additional entry into the drawings.

POKER Crazy Cash Drawings – Players earn drawing tickets by playing live games & winning with high hands. Tickets are entered into the raffle barrel throughout the week & drawn every Friday (6/7, 6/14, 6/21 & 6/28) every other hour, 10am-2am.

Rolling Cash Drawings – Players earn drawing tickets by playing live games & winning with high hands. Tickets are entered

into the raffle barrel throughout the week & drawn every Saturday (6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22 & 6/29) every other hour, 2pm-12am.

BLACKJACK A Suite Day at the Park – Players can earn tickets now thru June 30th. The drawing barrel will be set up in front of Zeboz.

Players can deposit their tickets into the barrel two hours before the start of the drawing: June 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th Drawing times: 1pm - 100 Casino chips / 100 free bet chips 3pm – 300 Casino chips / 300 free bet chips 5pm – 500 Casino chips / 500 free bet chips 7pm – 2 suite tickets & transportation to the game on September 1st For more information about Casino Del Sol and all their exciting casino promotions and drawings, visit their website at CasinoDelSol.com. $

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CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Editor’s Picks

Chris Macdonald

America

Desert Diamond Casino—Sahuarita June 22

Desert Diamond Casino—Sahuarita June 28

Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment presents Chris MacDonald’s Memories of Elvis in Concert at the Diamond Center on Saturday, June 22, 2019. Tickets start at $12.50 and are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased through Star Tickets and at Desert Diamond Casino’s Rewards Center. Doors open at 7pm; show starts at 8pm.

America returns to Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment’s Diamond Center on Friday, June 28, 2019. Tickets start at $35 and are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased through Star Tickets and at Desert Diamond Casino’s Rewards Center.

Doors open at 7pm; show starts at 8pm.

Chris MacDonald's Memories of Elvis in Concert is a full production tribute to Elvis Presley. MacDonald draws his audience in with the look, sounds, and nuances that made Elvis the King of Rock and Roll. An accomplished and experienced entertainer, MacDonald has headlined with Elvis' own original back-up group, the Jordanaires, and DJ Fontana at the famous Hard Rock Live Concert Arena. His full production show has consistently sold out venues throughout the country.

As a national touring production, Memories of Elvis in Concert is a big Las Vegas-style show with dynamic band and singers as Chris MacDonald leads the celebration of the life and music of Elvis Presley. This tribute shares the incredible story of the music legend through highlights of several stages of his iconic career: the early years, the movies, the black leather '68 comeback, and the white fringe '70 Vegas concerts.

Treena Parvello, Director of Public Relations and Communications for the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise, said, “Seeing is believing with Chris MacDonald’s Memories of Elvis in Concert! Go on a journey through the King of Rock and Roll’s life at the Diamond Center on June 22. Tickets start at $12.50 and are on sale now!”

Additional information can be found at DDCAZ.com or by calling 1.866.DDC.WINS. $

America formed in the late 1960s and quickly reached the top of the charts with their signature song “A Horse With No Name.” Their best-known tunes, which also include “Don't Cross The River,” “Tin Man,” “Lonely People,” and “Sister Golden Hair,” were cornerstones of 1970s Top 40 and FM rock radio. In 1972, America was rewarded for their hits by winning the Grammy for Best New Artist. Their material encompassed an ambitious artistic swath, from effects-laden rockers to oddball medleys to soul-bearing ballads.

In 1982, America once again hit it big with their smash single, “You Can Do Magic.” America experienced growth as singers, songwriters and musicians during this period, which has continued into the present day. America continues to be a band capable of transcending borders with its uplifting music and positive message. Embracing a rainbow on divergent cultures, America’s audience continues to grow, comprising a loyal legion of first, second and third generation fans, all bearing testament to the group’s enduring appeal.

Treena Parvello, Director of Public Relations and Communications for the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise, said, “For nearly half a century America has been thrilling audiences with their uplifting music and positive message. With multigenerational fans, America continues to grow in popularity and Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment is excited to bring them back to the Diamond Center on June 28!” $ 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.

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Editor’s Picks

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

The Mavericks & Los Lobos

4NR—A Tribute To Foreigner

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino July 5

Mazatzal Hotel & Casino July 26

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino will welcome The Mavericks and Los Lobos to The Events Center stage July 5, 2019. Doors 7pm, Show 8pm. Tickets start at $34.50 and are on sale now through all Ticketmaster outlets. The Events Center, which opened in early 2019, seats 2,000 people and is part of a multi-million dollar renovation.

On Friday, July 26, 2019, Mazatzal welcomes 4NR a tribute to Foreigner. With ten multi-platinum albums and sixteen Top 30 hits, Foreigner is universally hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world with a formidable musical arsenal that continues to propel sold-out tours and album sales, now exceeding 75 million.

The Mavericks’ genre-defying music has been connecting with fans for the last three decades, with hits such as “What A Crying Shame” and “All Night Long.” They also took home the American Music Association’s award for Best Duo or Group of the Year in 2015. With such diverse musical abilities, the band is able to seamlessly blend elements of Tex-Mex, Cuban bolero, R&B, blues, country and rock ‘n’ roll. These multifaceted artists have also been able to translate their musical talents behind the scenes, founding their own record label Mono Mundo Recordings in 2016. With their newfound independence, they were able to produce their own album, “Brand New Day,” in 2017.

Responsible for some of rock and roll’s most enduring anthems including “Juke Box Hero,” “Cold As Ice,” “Hot Blooded,” “Waiting For A Girl Like You,” “Feels Like The First Time,” “Urgent,” “Head Games,” “Say You Will,” “Dirty White Boy,” “Long, Long Way From Home” and the worldwide #1 hit, “I Want To Know What Love Is,” Foreigner also features strongly in every category in Billboard’s Greatest of All Time listing.

Los Lobos is a Mexican American band with hits such as “La Bamba,” “Too Small Heart” and “Son of the Sun.” The award winning band has taken home a Grammy for Best Mexican American/Tejano Music Performance, as well as a nomination for Best Americana Album. Their dynamic songwriting and eclectic style also shot “La Bamba” to number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1987. In recent years, the band released their album “Gates of Gold,” continuing to foster their unique sound with a blend of Tex-Mex, country, folk, blues and traditional Spanish and Mexican music.

4NR is an upper-echelon tribute of the highest caliber. Comprised of experienced, world-class touring and recording/ session musicians from Los Angeles, Boston, New York and Great Britain. Their explosive show is matched by their uncanny ability to replicate Foreigner's powerful repertoire. In 2014 the band performed on AXSTV "World's Greatest Tribute Bands" in front of an estimated 1 million viewers and stunned the audience with the near perfect replication of the Foreigner sound. 4NR plays all the hits - from Foreigner's late-70s FM Radio-hits - all the way up to their MTV Top 10's of the 80s as well as some "deep-cuts", for the die-hard fans.

A 4NR show will have you on your feet from the first note to the last leaving you with a feeling of not just another tribute show, but a 4NR experience!

UPCOMING SHOWS AT HARRAH’S AK-CHIN CASINO Los Lonely Boys & Ozomatli—June 8 Creedence Clearwater Revisited—June 15 Bell Biv Devoe—August 30 $

Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 the day of the event, and are available online at MazatzalCasino.com or at the cashier cage.

The doors open at 6:30pm. The show starts at 7:00pm. 4NR, only at Mazatzal! $ azgamingguide.com | June 2019 | Arizona Gaming Guide

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SAMI’S SMACKDOWN

By Sami Becker

NO JACKPOT. NO PAYOUT. NO KIDDING! You Think You Won A Jackpot. The Casino Says You Didn’t. What Now?

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here you are, seated at your favorite slot machine in the casino. You’re just going along with your usual business when all of a sudden, and much to your surprise, you’re surrounded by more lights and bells than Santa Claus at Christmas! A slot attendant and/or slot technician approaches, opens the machine door and begins pressing buttons. At which point you’re told that you did not, in fact, hit a jackpot because there was a system malfunction. You’re thinking, “Are you kidding me?”

While today’s machines are technologically advanced and thoroughly tested by regulator agencies, unfortunately, malfunctions may still occur. What do you do when this happens?

Step 1: Complain through appropriate channels Whether you are seated at the slots, involved in a hand of poker or playing a game of bingo, immediately make contact with one of the floor supervisors in that area. Far from being the bully on the playground trying to take your lunch money, they are actually there to help. You want to alert them to the situation as soon as possible to launch the initial investigation.

If the supervisor fails to resolve your concerns, the next step is to contact the Gaming Facility Operator. He or she will likely have the last word for the casino, but if you are unsatisfied it is your responsibility to then file a complaint with the Tribal Gaming Office. The Tribal Gaming Office will conduct whatever investigation it deems necessary and determine whether payment should be made.

Step 2: Time is of the essence You need to stop and call attention to this matter immediately.

Do not make the mistake of continuing to play! Report this occurrence while the details are fresh in your mind. Furthermore, if an electronic device plays a role in your situation, it is important to understand that these machines contain a limited memory. Each device varies, but the sooner you can report your issue the better your chances of recovering previous data.

There is constant video surveillance of the casino floor to ensure patron safety and also to record problems that may arise throughout the day. When involved in an incident, it is imperative that you promptly file your complaint so that possible recordings may be retrieved. Digital files are often deleted unless there is a reported situation which would require them to be retained.

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Step 3: Details are key Noting the exact name and serial number of the machine in question is a valuable element in reporting your concern. Recording the exact time can assist in determining which employees were on the floor and if there is any video surveillance available. Be sure to document the names of witnesses and casino employees with whom you’ve spoken to. A precise report is the most credible complaint.

Step 4: Never settle for less Do not agree to a settlement with the casino until you are completely satisfied. Once they offer you something like a free buffet and you take them up on it, they will consider the matter resolved. I don’t know about you, but I don’t think that one free night stay at the casino hotel measures up to a $5,000 jackpot!

If after following this procedure you feel you have not received due process, you can then contact the Arizona Department of Gaming. While the Compact gives the Tribes jurisdiction to resolve complaints, State regulators are always open to hear from somebody regarding their good or bad experience at the casinos.

When all else fails, the ultimate appeal for patrons is the Tribal Court. But, that avenue can only be pursued when you follow the guidelines of placing a formal complaint. Perhaps your final say comes down to whether or not you ever want to revisit that establishment. Casinos are businesses like any other and they want satisfied customers. Let the proper authorities know what they can do to make things right. $

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CHINESE HOROSCOPE—Year Of The Pig For June 2019...Pray for good luck on these dates: 2, 5, 6, 7, 9, 12, 18, 24, 27, 30. The best days to travel: 2, 5, 6, 7, 9, 15, 16, 18, 21, 24, 27, 28, 30. The best days to meet a friend or relative: 3, 12, 15, 18, 22, 27. There is overlap on the 18th & 27th!

The people born under the Pig sign are: Warm-hearted, honest, tolerant, highly value and have many friends, help friends without hesitation, and like to share what they have with others.

Dates for Year Of The Pig: 02/04/35-01/23/36, 01/22/47-02/09/48, 02/08/59-01/27/60, 01/27/71-02/24/72, 02/13/83-02/01/84, 01/31/95-02/18/96, 02/18/07-02/06/08, 02/05/19-01/24/20.

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Arizona’s State Symbols The Arizona State Flag was established in 1917. The flag consists of 13 (the original 13 American colonies) rays of red and gold (from the Spanish conquistador flag) on the top half to symbolize our incredible sunsets. The bottom half is blue to represent liberty. The copper star in the center represents the copper mining industry.

The Arizona State Flower was established in 1931 and is the Saguaro Cactus Blossom.

The Arizona State Tree was established in 1954 and is the Palo Verde (Spanish for green stick).

The Arizona State Amphibian was established in 1986 and is the Arizona Tree Frog.

The Arizona State Bird was established in 1973 and is the Cactus Wren.

The Arizona State Butterfly was established in 2001 and is the Two-tailed Swallowtail.

The Arizona State Fish was established in 1986 and is the Apache Trout.

The Arizona State Mammal was established in 1986 and is the Ring-tailed Cat. The Arizona State Reptile was established in 1986 and is the Arizona Ridge-nosed Rattlesnake.

The Arizona State Fossil was established in 1988 and is Petrified Wood.

The Arizona State Gem was established in 1974 and is Turquoise.

The Arizona State Firearm was established in 2011 and is the Colt Single Action Army Revolver!

The Arizona State Neckwear was established in 1973 and is the Bolo Tie! We believe the Arizona State Food should be the Chimichanga as two Arizona restaurants lay claim to the invention of the dish!

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