Video Poker: Machine Malfunctions

Not too long ago the monster of all slot machine malfunctions occurred at the Resorts World Casino in Jamaica, Queens. A lady, thinking she won almost $43 million, returned the next day to learn she was getting a steak dinner instead. What went wrong? In this case, it really was a malfunction since the top prize on the display glass was $6,500, even though the machine flashed $42,949,672.76 and the woman was smart enough to take a selfie. The casino grossly mishandled the situation by not just offering her the top prize of $6,500 rather than enduring a far greater loss in bad publicity. Here are some tips for what you should do if your slot machine malfunctions.

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Dolly Parton: America’s Sweetheart

It’s always a pleasure when someone you think you know well surprises you with hidden talents, unexpected strengths and depth of character. It’s especially nice when that person was someone you really liked in the first place.

In the case of Dolly Parton, it is even nicer still when you discover that she’s shared her success with so many people, truly earning her the title of “America’s Sweetheart.”

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Blackjack: Playing Your Hand Correctly

Blackjack is one of the most popular games in the casino. It is easy to learn, but difficult to master. By playing correct basic strategy, the player can narrow the house edge to a minimum and really make a great run at a winning session.

In this column, blackjack pro Henry Tamburin gives some tips on how to be come a better blackjack player and how to utilize better basic strategy.

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Craps: Simple Answers

For people hungry to be fed a meal of odds and adrenaline, they can find it in the casino at the craps table. There is usually clapping, yelling, high fives and more as players roll the dice in hopes their bets pay off.

When it comes to craps, there are many ways to take advantage of favorable odds that will effect the outcome of your play.

 

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Ho-Chunk Gaming Black River Falls Donates to VFW

december-2016_unmet-needs-donationBLACK RIVER FALLS- Ho-Chunk Gaming Black River Falls presented Mike DeRosa a check December 14th for $3,000 to go towards the VFW Unmet Needs Program. This is the 8th year Ho-Chunk Gaming Black River Falls has supported the Unmet Needs Program, which provides immediate financial help to the local families of deployed military service members of up to $2,500.

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Video Poker: What’s in it for you?

slotsvideopoker_pageLife is about getting something for something or “you scratch my back and I’ll scratch yours”, aka quid pro quo. That’s an axiom well-understood in the gaming industry. When it comes to Video Poker, be sure to make sure you know what you are getting out of a game.

Here are some tips to keep in mind regarding what’s in it for you when determining the casinos that get your VP (video poker) business.

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Top Sporting Moments in 2016: The good, the bad and the remembered.

p15_pic2_michaelphelps-copyAs fans of sports, each year we are reminded records are meant to be broken, success is earned through hard work and at some point, everything comes to an end. This year was no exception as we saw some great icons of sports accomplish some incredible feats as well as a few that retired or passed away. Here are a few moments from the year that we will cherish and remember for years to come.

Check out our top sporting moments of 2016! 

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Blackjack: Tournament Tips

blackjackAs the popularity of blackjack continues to rise, there are more and more casinos offering mini- and major-blackjack tournaments than ever. If you know the basics of blackjack, you are already well on your way, but knowing some of the basics of tournaments just might help get you to that final seat!

This article offers you a guide to follow to make you competitive in your next blackjack tournament.

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