Lane Company announced that it plans to open its Roth Hill Casino by early 2008. Part of the $48 million plan is a floating casino and a park.

Blackfeet Tribes Glacier Peaks Casino has dismissed its manager, Gary Green. Management made it clear that the termination was not 'based on any monetary issue of theft or anything of that nature.'

David Carruthers, former CEO of Bet on Sports, remains in jail after failing to comply with the terms of his bond release. Meanwhile, all US operations have been halted as the company focuses on other markets.

Bet on Sports is likely to face bankruptcy at the U.S. federal court level after the St. Louis Court judge extended the restraining order. Many online bettors stuck in corporate red tape are trying to get their refunds.

Betfair Australia is expected to start its betting operations by August 22nd. While the racing industry is divided, these operations may revolutionize off track betting.

Next week a deliberation regarding the renewal of Caesars Casino's license will take place. The advanced review will be on the financial viability of the casino and the casino's influence on the state's economy.

BetCorp announced that it is closing down telephone betting services from the U.S. As such, BetCorp claims that they intend to expand their operations in the European markets.

Great Canadian Gaming announced an increase in their shares but a drop in their profits. They plan some cost reduction and improvement measures to continue the earning trend.

The Washington County Sheriff expects many people to attend the opening of the Riverside Casino on August 31st. Thus, he suggested that a traffic officer be added to ensure the smooth flow of traffic at highway 218 to 22.

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla have sealed a deal that will allow the tribe to increase its number of slot machines to 5,000 and open a 3rd casino in exchange for 15% of slot machine revenues.

International Gaming and Entertainment made an offer of $20 per share for the purchase of Rivera Holdings' remaining shares. The previous offer of $17 per share was put on hold while the validity of the new offer is determined.

On August 16th, the anti-casino group, Save Our State, will announce that former governor, Lincoln Almond who strongly disapproves of gambling, will be their new leader.

In response to a previous problem in a casino with no English speaking attendants, the Nevada Gaming Control Board passed a motion requiring gambling establishments to ensure the presence of such attendants on the premises of their gaming areas.

After spending an undisclosed amount of money on its renovation after suffering the damages of Hurricane Katrina, Harrah's Grand Biloxi Hotel and Casino has reopened and added a third level to the casino, to much acclaim from local residents.