Dan Holmes

Soaring Online Casino Revenue, MGCB’s Firm Actions Highlight Michigan’s 2024 Top Gambling Stories

It was a newsworthy year for gambling in Michigan in 2024. Here's a look a what were the top stories in the industry from the last year.

Kewadin Casino Employees All Receive Pay Increase As Part of Sault Tribe Wage Package

The board of directors of the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians has approved pay raises for its employees, including at the 5 Kewadin Casinos.

Father and Son Sentenced for Illegal Gambling Operations in Burton, Davison

A father and son were both sentenced for their roles in a illegal gambling operation in Burton and Davison, Michigan.

Michgan Sportsbooks Beat Annual Handle Record With a Month to Spare

Michigan sportsbooks have officially beaten their record for full-year handle, closing in on $5 billion through 11 months of 2024.

DraftKings Michigan Progressive on Track to Exceed $8 Million on Christmas Day

According to PlayMichigan's calculations, the DraftKings Casino Progressive Jackpot will reach $8M on Christmas Day if not won before then.

Jingle Bells Bonanza: Slots Influencer Brian Christopher’s Holiday Tour Wraps Up at MGM Grand Next Week

BetMGM betting influencer Brian Christopher’s Jingle Bells Bonanza will make its final stop at MGM Grand Detroit Casino on Dec. 19.

Grand Traverse Band Building New Casino in Benzonia, Opening Early 2025

The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians will open a gaming facility in Benzonia early in 2025, according to its website.

Lions Watch Parties, Dinner Specials and More Thanksgiving Day Events at Michigan Casinos

On Thanksgiving, select Michigan casinos will be hosting watch parties for the Detroit Lions game, while others have dinner specials

BetMGM Customers Can Now Utilize Single Digital Wallet Online, At MGM Grand Detroit

BetMGM is now offering a single digital wallet that customers can utilize to acquire rewards points through online and retail casinos

Five Defendants Plead Guilty for Part in Illegal ‘Pig Game’ Operation in Flint

Five defendants have pleaded guilty for their respective roles in a operating illegal "pig games" in a Flint location.