MGM Detroit ditches buffet for food hall with Fat Daddy’s hot chicken, Detroit pizza, street tacos
DETROIT - MGM Grand Detroit Casino says goodbye to its buffet and hello to a new food dining hall with numerous options, including hot fried chicken, Detroit-style pizza and Mexican street tacos. Fat Daddy's Hot Chicken at Detroit Central Market, which has replaced the buffet at MGM Grand Detroit. (Photo from MGM Grand Detroit via Current Global)Diablo’s Tacos features Mexican street tacos, quesadillas, rice, beans and freshly made guacamole. Detroit Central Market is yet another way we’re dedicated to providing guests with new and uniquely Detroit experiences.”Diablo's Tacos at Detroit Central Market, which has replaced the buffet at MGM Grand Detroit. (Photo from MGM Grand Detroit via Current Global)Ordering food in the Detroit Central Market is meant to be convenient.
mlive.comDetroit, Wayne County oppose off-reservation casino in Muskegon County and elsewhere
MUSKEGON, MI – The proposed Muskegon County casino project is facing pushback from elected officials in the greater Detroit region. Detroit City Council and the Wayne County Board of Commissioners passed resolutions last week opposing “any off-reservation gaming effort” in Michigan, mentioning the Fruitport Township casino and a proposed casino in Wayne County by the Sault Tribe. The tribe says it is pursuing the “off-reservation” casino because many of its members live in the Muskegon County region. Related: What’s next for the Muskegon County casino project? Larry Romanelli, the Little River Band tribe leader, says it feels “a little odd” to have opposition coming from across the state.
mlive.comMichigan-approved top 10 sportsbooks
For sports fans looking for even more action in their game, here are the top online betting sites approved by the state of Michigan:FanDuel, for MotorCity CasinoBetMGM/Roar Digital, for MGM Grand DetroitPenn Sports Interactive/ Barstool Sportsbook, for Greektown CasinoDraftKings, for the Bay Mills Indian CommunityWilliam Hill, for the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa IndiansTwinSpires, for the Hannahville Indian CommunityGolden Nugget Online Gaming, for the Keweenaw Bay Indian CommunityRush Street, for the Little River Band of Ottawa IndiansWynn, for the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa IndiansPointsBet, for the Lac Vieux Desert tribe– Source: Detroit Free Press 1/29/21(Reminder: Please always gamble responsibly.)
grossepointenews.comSome Michigan casinos plan on reopening soon after closing to help stop spread of COVID-19
MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. – Detroit’s casinos remain closed, but 7 Indian casinos -- which closed voluntarily -- are reopening in the coming days. That includes Firekeepers Casino in Battle Creek and Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant. The casinos are taking steps to minimize the risk of spreading coronavirus (COVID-19). READ: How MGM Grand Detroit will look when it reopens following coronavirus (COVID-19) shutdownSoaring Eagle Casino will have temperature checks. READ: Greektown Casino-Hotel provides housing for Detroit first responders working during coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemicWatch the full report above.
MGM Grand Detroit, Greektown Casino, Motor City Casino and Caesars Windsor to close for at least two weeks
MGM Grand Detroit, Motor City Casino and Greektown Casino will all close for at least two weeks due the coronavirus crisis beginning Monday. Motor City released this statement:Based on the Michigan Gaming Control Board’s order, MotorCity Casino will be closing to the general public tomorrow, March 16, 2020 at 12 noon. MGM Grand released this statement:In compliance with the Michigan Gaming Control Board's order, MGM Grand Detroit will temporarily suspend operations by 5:00pm, March 16. More: https://t.co/Aky1yT5K8R pic.twitter.com/ihszZMAluk — MGM Grand Detroit (@MGMGrandDetroit) March 16, 2020Governor Whitmer announced the temporary closure last Sunday night. Across the Detroit River, Caesar’s Windsor is closing Monday and rescheduling concerts planned there over the next few weeks.
Adjusted gross revenue for Detroit’s three casinos topped $1.4 billion last year
DETROIT – Adjusted gross revenue for Detroit’s three casinos topped $1.4 billion last year. MGM Grand Detroit reported $623.5 million in yearly revenue last year, while MotorCity Casino reported $493.6 million. Both amounts were the highest yearly adjusted gross revenue totals for the casinos since they opened in 1999. Greektown Casino reported $337.2 million in adjusted gross revenue in 2019. The three casinos paid the state nearly $118 million in gaming taxes last year.
Online sports betting in MI to wait until 2021
A Michigan Gaming Control Board official explains it will take about a year to write and finalize rules. LANSING Sports bettors should be able to place wagers in person at casinos this spring but will wait until 2021 to do so online, Michigans regulatory agency said Wednesday. Mary Kay Bean, spokeswoman for the Michigan Gaming Control Board, gave the update about a month after Gov. Bean said the agencys goal is to authorize onsite sports wagering at the Detroit casinos in the spring. Betting could begin in two to three months, he said, noting that the casino in 2018 opened a new sports bar knowing that sports betting was a possibility.
monroenews.comFriday Finds: New music to check out this week
5 songs we have on repeat this week:Let Bygones Be Bygones -- Snoop DoggSnoop Dogg's newest track looks at his career, while paying tribute to Death Row Records founder Suge Knight. Knight and Snoop have had troubles between them in the past, but Snoop has previously said he forgave Knight. He apologized for "spending the music video budget on a fake ID and a checklist," which is a reference to his song "No Interruption." -- Oliver Tree feat. My friend showed me a music video when she introduced me to his music (thanks, Sarah!
Southfield To Host Kimmie Horne Jazz Festival
(CITY OF SOUTHFIELD/CBS DETROIT)-The city of Southfield will host the 4th annual Kimmie Horne Jazz Festival, presented by Varsity Lincoln, on Friday, August 9 from 6:00-10:30 p.m. and Saturday, August 10 from 3:00-10:30 p.m. on the front lawn of the Southfield Municipal Campus, 26000 Evergreen Road. The City of Southfield will host the 4th annual Kimmie Horne Jazz Festival, presented by Varsity Lincoln, on Friday, August 9 and Saturday, August 10 on the front lawn of the Southfield Municipal Campus! More info: https://t.co/Bfrl8MlahY pic.twitter.com/KdyL2ScGgn City of Southfield (@Southfield_Gov) July 16, 2019The Kimmie Horne Jazz Festival is free and open to the public. Kimmie launched the Kimmie Horne Jazz Festival in 2016 and has worked tirelessly to grow the festival each year, hoping to one day expand the festival internationally. For more information on the Kimmie Horne Jazz Festival, visit the Facebook event page or call Community Relations at (248) 796-5130.
detroit.cbslocal.comChefs to battle for best ramen at annual Ramen Battle Royale in Ann Arbor
The battle for best ramen takes place on July 14. ANN ARBOR, Mich. - On July 14, watch five chefs battle it out to be the victor of Slurping Turtles fifth annual Ramen Battle Royale in downtown Ann Arbor. Participating chefs include returning champion Brad Greenhill from Takoi (Detroit); Steve Ackermann from Slurping Turtle (Ann Arbor); Nick George from Dr. Sushi (Detroit); Sarah Welch of Marrow (Detroit); and James Woodward of the MGM Grand Detroit (Detroit). Tickets are $75 each and can be bought online through Slurping Turtles website. Slurping Turtle is located at 608 East Liberty St.All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.