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Contents IN THIS ISSUE 04 EDITOR’S NOTE 06 PLAYERS TALK 08 NEW SLOTS

14 VIDEO POKER CORNER 16 TABLE GAMES 20 COVER STORY 22 GAMING NEWS 32 ENTERTAINMENT 34 SAMI’S SMACKDOWN 36 FUN & GAMES 38 CASINO DIRECTORY

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TALKING STICK RESORT HOSTS 16TH ANNUAL ARIZONA STATE POKER CHAMPIONSHIP

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Lucky Coin Link by IGT uses their coin collection mechanic from Coin O’ Mania to trigger a respin bonus.

Forget the lazy days of summer— it’s time for some sizzling hot fun with top prizes up to $100,000.

Sami highlights the results of a recent survey conducted in the US on everything related to luck.

BRAND NEW SLOTS READY FOR PLAY

NEW “HIT THE JACKPOT” PROMOTION

WHAT DOES LUCK MEAN TO MOST OF US?

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EDITOR’S NOTE

GET OUT OF TOWN Change Your Luck—Try Something New

Your Authority On Everything Gaming VOLUME 14 • ISSUE 07 MANAGING DIRECTOR & VIDEO POKER GURU Elizabeth Torma liz@azgamingguide.com

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s I’m writing this month’s column, I feel trapped by the onslaught of another Arizona summer. Slowly, I’m getting sick of them. So, for all our fans out there who have been asking us where to go, I’m giving you permission to get out of town. Now! For some of you that may mean escaping the heat of the Valley, or wherever you may live. For others, who may live in a relatively cool part of Arizona (lucky you), I’ll still encourage you to head out of town to shake things up and try something new. Life is an adventure so make sure you participate from time to time!

PUBLISHER & SLOT GURU Chris Höft chris@azgamingguide.com EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Alexandra Lang editor@azgamingguide.com ART DIRECTOR Melanie Mueller

And, there are plenty of places in the Phoenix and Tucson Metro areas for you to relax and enjoy a “Playcation” at a Casino-Resort. So, if you really aren't feeling a road trip, you can create your own getaway without going too far.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Al Moe Mark Novak TJ Jorgensen Lana Hartmann Samantha Becker

Me, personally, I love the road. Willie Nelson said it best in his song On The Road Again, “...Goin' places that I've never been, Seein' things that I may never see again, … , Like a band of gypsies we go down the highway, We're the best of friends, Insisting that the world keep turning our way…”

ADVERTISING SALES Elizabeth Torma liz@azgamingguide.com Nina Consiglio nina@azgamingguide.com

Across the next few issues, we’ll be introducing some changes too! There will be sections we haven't had for a while back in on a regular basis. So, be on the look out!

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Have A Lucky Month!

Alexandra

Alexandra Lang Editor-in-Chief Editor@AZGamingGuide.com

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PLAYERS TALK

WHAT ARE THEY DOING? Video Poker & Slot Lurkers Exposed

Dear AZ Gaming Guide: My mom and I went to play at [a casino] yesterday. They just put a bunch of video poker machines that we both like a lot because there are a ton of games to choose from. My favorite to play is Ultimate X and my mom likes that game too and Ultimate X Bonus Streak. We played at these machines together all afternoon and the entire time that we played there was an older man who kept coming to the machines as soon as someone would get up and leave.

He would go through every single game and every single bet level searching for leftover multipliers on the screen. It was so annoying! Can you imagine? First of all, there are so many different games at each bet level of 5 cents, 10 cents and 25 cents. He would go through them all! Then, sure enough, he would find one or two multipliers left on the screen. So, my mom and I started to watch him to see if this guy is really making any money with the leftover multipliers? Guess what?

He lost money every single time!!! He’d put in $20 and usually cash out anywhere between $8 and $13! All he did was annoy all of us playing and he didn’t even win! This old man was not the first one I’ve seen do this. Actually, I’d say almost every single time I go and play there’s someone doing this at the machines. First of all, most of the time, there aren’t any multipliers even left on the game. Second of all, it doesn’t even seem like they’re making any money! So, my question to you is why the heck are they doing this? It seems pointless to me.

You have to have a lot of patience waiting around for people to get up and then hope for a multiplier to be left on the screen. Am I missing something because there are so many people doing this that it must work for somebody sometime?

Jessica F.—Via email, Phoenix Metro Area Thanks for your great question Jessica! Honestly, you aren't missing anything. Clearly you already know Video Poker is your best bet at the casino. We hope you are playing as close to optimal strategy as you can on the best available pay table.

Putting all that aside, and not directing this at you, but to all those lurkers out there, there are several things to consider.

First, why do you think slot machine manufacturer IGT is enjoying so much success with Ultimate X and Ultimate X Bonus Streak? They obviously created these games for a reason, to hook players into playing off just one more hand because of a multiplier that is hanging around! That idea seems to be working well enough that we’ve seen entire crews of lurkers sprinting from one game to the next in a casino. Sometimes we’ll see the same lurkers across multiple casinos. Talk about annoying!

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Second, in order to access the multiplier a previous player left out there, you are forced to place a wager. Not only do you have to make a bet, but now you have to win! By the way, getting Jacks or Better on the deal has odds of just under 1 to 8.

That’s an unlikely event given you are only playing one hand.

These lurkers do only play one hand, right? No, they don’t. Not based on our observations! And, they keep coming back...

Third, if you’re not dealt a winner, now you have to draw into one! And, since most Ultimate X games with leftover multipliers are multi-hand games, now you have to draw into a winner on the hand with the multiplier! Since the probability of drawing into a winner on Jacks or Better is about 55%, on a one hand game, a 2X multiplier or better will offset the potential loss. But you still have to have that winner! And, on a three hand game you need at least a 4X multiplier on one hand or the sum of more than 4X (2X + 2X, but now you need two winners!) across all the hands to offset any potential loss. For a five hand game the multiplier better be 6X. For a ten hand game the multiplier needs to be 11X. With Ultimate X Bonus Streak, since you are forced into a max bet to access the multipliers for the next hand, that wager on a ten hand game in quarters is a whopping $25!

Are you ready for that? The minimum total multiplier available on the next hand better be at least 20X! Finally, there have always been slot lurkers. Now, because manufacturers are making more slots with perpetuating features (that is bonuses or wins that are “must-hit-by,” “collect until,” “carryovers from the previous spin,” etc.), and because we believe people are more desperate, there are more and more slot lurkers. Guess what? They’re not getting ahead either.

All this lurking is only a convenient justification for continued gambling. Again, that’s why the slot manufacturers put these game concepts out there initially decades ago. Now, the manufacturers and the casino Slot Directors are reaping the rewards of these “innovative” math models. To our team members, this is old news. We were involved in designing these kinds of game concepts for slots over twenty years ago. As a result, we could do a deep dive into the return to player percentages for both Video Poker and the slots to prove lurking is a strategy that only under very specific conditions sets up a better than 100% game. But, unfortunately due to space considerations, we’ve had to simplify and condense our response. We hope this helps.

Thank you to all our readers and fans for your questions and comments. We appreciate you! Have Fun & Good Luck! $

NEW SLOTS

Coming Soon

Fortune Link 4

By IGT

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ring the fun together with IGT’s Fortune Link 4 video slots. An innovative integration of four iconic IGT themes, players can choose from Ocean Magic, Cleopatra, Wolf Run, or Golden Egypt in multiple combinations, and select a standard or quad layout for a tailored experience.

The game features a super free games bonus which can be activated within each base game by three or more bonus symbols and can be played on all four game positions.

Fortune Link 4 also features a frequent hold and spin jackpot bonus in four levels, mini, minor, major, or grand, and is triggered when three or more bonus symbols land in multiple ways within a game. The jackpot bonus can also reveal a special diamond symbol that collects all credit amounts on the screen and doubles the values.

Energetic with a variety of entertainment and lively animations synonymous with each theme, Fortune Link 4 is a twenty pay line, 160 credit cost to cover game.

For more information visit IGT.com. $

Lucky Coin Link

By IGT

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lot manufacturer IGT’s Lucky Coin Link multi-level progressive video slots are available in two action-packed themes, Asian Dreaming and Atlantica. Lucky Coin Link utilizes the engaging coin collection mechanic from the company’s proven Coin O’ Mania video slots where players can collect coins until they trigger the respin feature.

Lucky Coin Link also features five progressive jackpots and free games. In the 5x4 reel base game, any coin symbol appearing in the coin collection row will lock and trigger the respin feature when five coins lock. Kicking up the excitement, the reels expand to a 5x6 matrix during the respin feature and can award wilds, multipliers, and free games. Furthering the win potential during the respin, if a coin lands on one of the five progressive jackpot symbols, the corresponding value is won.

Lucky Coin Link also features a lively free games bonus that is triggered when three treasure chest symbols land on the reels in the base game. For more information visit IGT.com. $

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NEW SLOTS

Coming Soon

Elephants vs Tigers

By IGT

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layers will be thrilled to cheer on their favorite animal in IGT’s Elephants vs Tigers video slots. The 40 pay line game is played on dual 4x4 reels with active Jumping Wilds, six progressive jackpots, and the familiar VS Feature format of IGT’s popular Dragons vs Pandas slots.

During the base game, when a wild symbol lands on the red Elephant or Green Tiger sets of reels, it will automatically replicate by jumping to the same row on the opposing green set of reels, potentially awarding a multiplier up to five times.

The lively VS Feature is triggered when one VS symbol and any combination of two blank, free games or jackpot coins lands; players can then choose to play the elephant or tiger reels for more potential wins. Additionally, one free games coin and any combination of two blank, VS, or jackpot coins will trigger 88 free games for even more player excitement.

This is an 88 credit cost to cover game. For more information, visit IGT.com. $

Lucky Golden Toad

By IGT

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ith IGT’s Lucky Golden Toad, players will enjoy the streamlined cash on reels set up, allowing wins for credit values that land on all played reels.

Elevating the fun, five or 10 credit bets can potentially enable multiple respin features.

The three reel, single pay line spinning reel game features a unique buy-a-pay betting structure that activates all three wheels only at the max 10 credit bet. During gameplay at the max bet, players can become eligible for thrilling multipliers up to 9X for more win potential.

The exciting $10,800 top jackpot prize is won when the 10, 8, and 00 symbols land on the pay line and is displayed animatedly on the top of the screen.

Featuring traditional mechanics merged with modern technology, Lucky Golden Toad is a 10 credit cost to cover game. For more information, visit IGT.com. $

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VIDEO POKER CORNER

By Lana Hartmann

QUICK TIPS ON POPULAR GAMES PART II Learn About Your Favorite Or Try Something New

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ast month I presented some tips on Jacks or Better, Double Double, Deuces Wild, and Joker’s Wild. Based on your comments in our mailbox and inbox, you want more!

BANKROLL Determine your video poker bankroll before your next trip based on the denomination you will play and then stick to it! For pennies, try $20 for a 5 credit max bet per hand (for three or five-play games you’ll need $60 or $100).

For nickels—try $80.

For quarters—try $400.

For dollars—try $1,600.

MORE TIPS FOR DEUCES WILD When playing Deuces Wild, it’s all about what you hold with the Deuces. I’ve tried to really simplify the strategy below in order to still be close to optimal play and be easy to remember:

If you are dealt three Deuces, keep only a Wild Royal Flush and a Five-of-a-Kind. If you don’t have either of these hands, then keep only the three Deuces and discard the rest.

If you are dealt two Deuces, keep all 4-of-aKinds or better and four to the Wild Royal Flush. Otherwise, keep the Deuces only.

INCREASING THE PAYBACK Any video poker game that is connected to a progressive will boost your long-term payback percentage! Therefore, you should be aware of the fact that one casino in Arizona may offer an 8/5 Jacks or Better pay table (8 for the full house and 5 for the flush at bet one) with no progressive and just a short drive away, another casino may offer the same pay table with a progressive.

Using 8/5 Jacks or Better as an example, a common pay table in most casinos across Arizona, the long-run payback of this game is just over 97% using optimal strategy. Since a common increment rate for a video poker progressive is 1%, the long-run payback for the 8/5 Jacks or Better connected to the progressive can get over 98%!

Let’s examine how the payback percentage increases as the progressive values increase by taking a look at the Royal Flush (when using optimal strategy):

5 Credit 25¢ 8/5 Jacks or Better Royal Flush is at least $1,000 Royal Flush is at least $1,200 Royal Flush is at least $1,350 Royal Flush is at least $1,500

Payback Percentage 97.30% 97.70% 98.00% 98.30%

If dealt only one Deuce, then keep all the hands that pay, four to a Wild Royal Flush and four to a Straight Flush.

Playing video poker is the smartest bet. Your long run payback percentage will be way higher than on the video slots. But, make sure to shop around for the best pay tables, find the games connected to a progressive, and then wait for those values to climb.

Otherwise, keep only the one Deuce.

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TABLE GAMES

By Al Moe

AVOIDING CASINO HONEY TRAPS Four Tips To Consider

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love gambling, and now with live craps, roulette, and baccarat in Arizona casinos, there’s not much reason to head to Vegas. However, Las Vegas has a mystique.

As the first state with legalized gaming, Nevada got a huge jump on other states. And mobsters got a huge jump on beating the locals and the IRS out of millions of dollars in taxable cash by skimming it before anyone knew it was gone.

Still, Arizona has a colorful gambling past dating to before Wyatt Earp showed up in 1879 and acquired a casino with his brothers, Virgil and Morgan. His friend Doc Holiday fared well at the poker tables but not at the O. K. Corral, where he took a bullet in a gunfight (October 26, 1881) that pitted him and the Earp brothers against cowboys Billy and Ike Clanton and Frank and Tom McLaury.

Doc survived, and so did the casinos in Tombstone, Bisbee, and Prescott, where the Weekly Arizona Miner reported the same year that Tombstone had a poker game going 24-hours ($2.50 ante, $10 to call). At home in Prescott, there was a long-running game with a $4 ante and $16 to call the first bet. In today’s cash, that first round of betting would be over $500.

Las Vegas offers prize fights, big-name concerts, and pool parties with the world’s most popular DJs. And those can be honey traps. Not bad, perhaps, but the city isn’t easy on the pocketbook.

If you like being seen on the Strip in Facebook posts, go for it, but don’t forget how good we’ve got it in Arizona.

SOMETIMES THE GOOD IS BAD Whether you are heading out to the Silver State, Nevada, or staying in the Copper State, Arizona, there are subconscious things we all fall prey to that can be emotional excuses to drop more cash than we were planning to let slip through our fingers. And like a bear searching honey, it’s always good to know where the traps and the bees are, so follow along, and you can avoid being stung.

“Finally,” you’re probably saying, “there’s no math and probability stuff this month.” Yeah, we all accept that the casino’s got

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the edge when we go out for our next helping of excitement. #1 FOMO The fear of missing out (FOMO) is a tremendous psychological trap. When playing, the idea that we might miss just one hand of poker, blackjack, or the tumble of dice almost commands us to get a bet down quickly. Relax; the casino’s open 24-hours. #2 BRIGHT LIGHTS BIG CITY Inside the casino, everything twinkles. The lights are bright, there aren’t many windows, and the clocks have all disappeared. Set a time to quit and stick to it. Nobody makes good decisions at three in the morning. Free alcohol is dangerous too, so enjoy a drink or two but moderation is smart. #3 DON’T CHASE YOUR LOSSES You did set a budget for your gaming today, didn’t you? Enjoy the entertainment you’ve experienced and head home instead of going from the frying pan of short cash into the fire of no cash. #4 TAKE RESPONSIBILITY We win or lose our bets. Nobody beats us. Not the dealer, the cards, or the dice. And when we win, it’s all us. $ 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

MY REAL WORLD I Open My Books And Show You What Happened

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very month I share with you tips and advice on the game of blackjack in hopes that it will improve your play and make you a better player. I personally practice my game almost every day. I believe that if I am going to put my money at risk on the blackjack table my game should be flawless. As a result, I play a perfect game of blackjack. I don’t make mistakes, I don’t play hunches or gut feelings. There is one correct play for each hand and I make it. I know some players may think, “He talks a good game but, what about the real world, can he back it up?”

I have been keeping track of my blackjack play since the 1990s. I know where I play, and how much I win or lose in each playing session. So, I thought it would be fun to play $10 tables and record the results I get. Keep in mind that I do not play side bets. It’s just my skills at blackjack against the dealer.

We will begin this adventure in February of this year. On the first, I started off with a $100 win. I’ve left out the names of the casinos so as not to reveal where I play most often. Then, I continued with a $55 win on the 2nd, followed by two $100 wins on the 5th and 6th. I had another win on the 17th of $45 and then I had my first loss of $45 on the 25th. Later on the 25th, I had a win of $300 followed by two wins on the 28th of $100 and $150.

I played nine sessions of about an hour each and won eight of them. My total win for the month was $905. That calculates to an hourly wage of a little more than $100 an hour.

This March, I started off with wins of $65, $50, $100, $35, $25, $50, and $100 before losing $60 and $120. Then, I had wins of $175, $25, $115, $115 and $130. So, I won twelve times and lost two sessions. Total win for the month: $805, hourly wage $57.50.

The thing to keep in mind is the long term results. I try to end every session with a win, no matter how small. That’s because while playing, if I get ahead, I will take a small amount and make that my win-loss point. So, if I get down to that I will walk away with a profit, no matter how small. Take notice that some sessions I only show a $25 win! There is a good chance if I kept playing they could have easily turned into a loss. If you play this way, your wins, even though they might be on the small side, add up. Just because you bought in for a certain amount of chips, doesn’t mean that you have to lose them all before you walk away. I can’t tell you how many times I have switched

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tables with just four chips, and come back with everything I lost plus a $100 profit at a different table.

When I sit down at a $10 blackjack table I usually buy in for around $60. If I lose that, I think about switching tables before digging into my pocket for more cash. All of these little tips will make it easier for you to start showing a profit from your blackjack play. I recommend everyone keep a little notebook on their blackjack sessions. It will also help you find a problem in your game that maybe needs improvement!

If I didn’t make money month after month, year after year, I wouldn’t do it, it’s as simple as that. $ Writer TJ Jorgensen has been a professional Blackjack player for over 25 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 newest book “How To Become A Blackjack Jedi” is available online at Amazon.com.

Poker Players Worldwide Invited to Enter Tournament, Enjoy Luxury Property this July

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alking Stick Resort is thrilled to invite poker players and fans back this July 812, for the 16th annual Arizona State Poker Championship. The five-day tournament, which was placed on hold for two years as a result of the pandemic, is known for its high energy, talented players, and an estimated $1 million prize pool.

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The tournament attracts some of the best players from around the world, who descend on Arizona to play in Talking Stick Resort’s ARENA Poker Room, the Valley’s largest poker room.

The ARENA Poker Room offers players a non-smoking environment with 47 tables, surrounded by 16 big-screen TVs, plus special food and beverage menus served around-the-clock.

“Out of all the games and tournaments we host, the Arizona State Poker Championship is easily the most exciting,” said Mr. Ramon Martinez, Director of Public Relations at Talking Stick Resort. “The staff and I get such a thrill out of hosting poker tournaments and especially love getting to know all the players!

So many of them have big, colorful personalities and a mesmerizing poker play,” he added.

In 2019, the tournament broke an Arizona State Poker Championship’s record with 1,800 seats sold. By day two of the tournament, alternates were no longer accepted, and The ARENA Poker Room had reached full capacity. This year is expected to receive a comparable turnout, as poker players test their hand in the hopes of winning a share of the million-dollar prize pool.

During the 2019 showdown full of twists and surprise plays that ensued for nearly six hours and amassed a large boisterous crowd, Arizona native Albert Calderon was named the Arizona State Poker Champion, securing the victory with a winning hand of king-high. In addition to bragging rights, the 32-yearold won $237,000, a trophy and a Rolex. Second place and third place winners were also rewarded for their performance, receiving trophies and payouts of $183,420 and $133,200 respectively.

While the final table of 10 players received the highest payout amounts in the tournament’s history, the last 180 players were paid out.

“The 2019 Arizona Poker Championship was an exciting tournament,” said Martinez. “But this year will be even more special as we welcome players back for in-person competition, many of whom, I imagine, have been honing their skills during the pandemic through virtual reality and online poker games.”

Talking Stick Resort is a AAA Four Diamond Rated Resort and leading entertainment destination. In addition to the luxury accommodations, poker players who come to play in the Arizona State Poker Championship can revel in state-of-the-art amenities. Enjoy a culinary experience at myriad onsite restaurants, soothing spa treatments, a relaxing dip in one of the resort’s three pools, and a fun escape at the emerging Talking Stick Cultural and Entertainment Destination, which includes TopGolf, Talking Stick Golf Club, OdySea Aquarium, Butterfly Wonderland, Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs, iFly, Octane Raceway, Mavrix, Velocity VR and Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament.

“When you look at all we offer—from our restaurants and nonstop gaming action to our luxury accommodations, spa services, resort pools, and entertainment options—poker players can turn their poker championship trip into a full vacation,” said Martinez.

This year’s Arizona State Poker Championship buy-in is $1,100, including the service fee, and players will start with $16,000 in tournament chips. Players can opt to purchase $10,000 in bonus tournament chips for $30. Re-entries and late entries will be allowed until the end of the first break on the first day of the tournament. For more details about the ARENA Poker Room at Talking Stick Resort and upcoming tournaments, call them at 1.480.850.8693 or visit TalkingStickResort.com. $

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GAMING NEWS

The Arizona Lottery Heats Up Summer With Its New “HIT The Jackpot” Promotion Each ticket earns 1 entry for each dollar played, so $1 tickets earn 1 entry, $2 tickets earn 2 entries, $5 tickets earn 5 entries and $10 tickets earn 10 entries. The more “HIT” tickets players purchase and play, the more they can enter for their chance to win!

To enter the “HIT The Jackpot” promotion, visit the Arizona Lottery Players Club online, or download the free Players Club app on your mobile device.

Eligible tickets include the new “HIT” Scratchers tickets HIT $50, HIT $100, HIT $500, HIT $1,000 Scratchers and the HIT $250 Fast Play ticket. You can purchase these games at the counter or at a vending machine at one of your favorite Arizona Lottery retailers.

Forget the lazy days of summer – it’s time for some sizzling hot fun with the Arizona Lottery’s new games: the “HIT” tickets!

With top prizes up to $100,000 and a total prize pool of $33 Million, these games are sure to be a “hit” with players!

With four Scratchers® and one Fast Play™ game available at varying price points of $1, $2, $5 and $10, there is a ticket for everyone.

These new tickets can also be entered into the Arizona Lottery Players Club “HIT The Jackpot” promotion, now through September 30, 2022, for even more chances to win! The “HIT The Jackpot” promotion features three progressive jackpots, one each month, that start at $25,000 and can grow up to $150,000.

So the more tickets players enter, the bigger the jackpot grows!

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The fun doesn’t stop with the “HIT The Jackpot” promotion.

All Scratchers, Fast Play, Quick Draw™, and Draw Game tickets are eligible to earn 10 points per dollar on Players Club. Plus, play free games, complete fun activities, and sign in weekly to rack up additional points. Redeem your points as entries into drawings for cash and exciting prizes too. Plus, you'll get 100 points the first time you sign into the Players Club app.

Now it is time to play! Play the HIT games. Grow the jackpot.

Win big.

To learn more about the Arizona Lottery’s newest “HIT” games, please visit ArizonaLottery.com. To learn more about Players Club or to sign up, please visit AZPlayersClub.com. $

GAMING NEWS

Casino Arizona Sportsbook Now Open

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Unveils Dealer School Program

The Sportsbook at CAZ Sports Bar is a sports fan’s paradise!

Bet big on your favorite teams and players in an environment that’s as exciting as the game you’re watching. There’s no better place in the Valley to get in on the action.

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, Arizona’s first and only tribal casino to have an international management partner, unveiled a new Dealer School Program. The eight to 10-week program enables prospective employees to master the gaming industry’s most popular table games with an opportunity to work the casino floor, earning valuable experience and money.

OPENBET The Sportsbook at CAZ Sports Bar has partnered with OpenBet, the world leader in sports betting entertainment.

With over 25 years experience and a passion for innovation, the company’s modular range of technology, content and services is entrusted by the globe’s biggest sports betting brands, lotteries, casinos and tribal operators. OpenBet holds a prestigious reputation as a trusted sports betting provider, delivering at scale and speed during every major sports event.

The Dealer School begins with a two-week Program that has participants learn how to deal Blackjack. Upon completion, participants test for mastery and, if successful, are offered a paid position that allows them to work on the casino floor.

Participants will then spend three days on the floor dealing Blackjack and the other two days a week in the classroom to learn a new table game.

46 4K SCREENS Follow your wagers on one of their big screens at CAZ Sports Bar. Or watch the game on one of the 2 theater-quality projection screens and access their Audio Everywhere app.

Upon successfully completing the program, participants will graduate having mastered the following table games: Blackjack, Mississippi Stud, 3 Card Poker, High Card Flush, Texas Hold’em, Fortune Pai Gow Poker, and Roulette.

50+ LOCAL CRAFT BEERS & DAILY FOOD SPECIALS Grab one of their signature beers or cocktails and a juicy burger, something light, or something sweet. They’ve got you covered while you watch your favorite team on the big screen!

“Unlike other dealer schools in the Valley, our new program offers classroom training and valuable hands-on experience,” said Karen White, Casino Operations Manager for Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino. "The program is free, offers an opportunity for individuals to make money while in training, and has the prospect of securing a permanent position with an organization named one of Phoenix Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in the Valley.”

Open daily from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., The Sportsbook at CAZ Sports Bar features 3 live betting windows, 8 screens displaying betting lines, and during non-operating hours guests may cash out at the Casino Arizona cashier cage. Plus, 6 self-serve betting kiosks are coming soon!

For more information, visit CasinoArizona.com. $

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Individuals interested in more information regarding the Dealer School Program should visit HarrahsAkChin.com and select the “Careers” link. $

GAMING NEWS

Quechan Casino Resort & Paradise Casino July Promotions

Leadership Announced For Gila River Resorts & Casinos Santan Mountain

INDEPENDENCE DAY TOWEL GIVEAWAY Quechan Casino Resort & Paradise Casino will be celebrating fourth of July by giving the first 500 Players Rewards Card members an American Flag beach towel on Monday, July 4, 2022 from 7:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. or while supplies last. Must redeem at either Quechan Casino Resort or Paradise Casino, not both. One gift per guest on first-come, first-serve basis, while supplies last (limited to 500).

Gila River Resorts & Casinos is proud to announce the leadership team for the new Santan Mountain casino (their fourth casino which will feature more than 800 slots, sportsbook, dining and elevated design) located in the southeast Valley off of Hunt Highway and Gilbert Road. This dynamic group of Gila River staff was selected for their commitment to providing exceptional gaming and hospitality experiences for guests.

INDEPENDENCE DAY BLACKJACK TOURNAMENT Quechan Casino Resort is celebrating Independence Day with a Blackjack Tournament from 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday, July 4, 2022. Up to 72 players will compete for their share of $5,000 in prize money during the tournament!

STARS & STRIPES PUNCH OUT GIVEAWAY Quechan Casino Resort is giving you a chance to multiply your cash winnings up to 10x during their Stars & Stripes Punch-it-Out Giveaway on Saturday, July 2 & 16, 2022. Winners receive $250 in Rewards Play and a cash prize!

General Manager - Blake Katsnelson has been with the enterprise since 2009.

Director of Table Games - Aaron Bayne has been with Gila River for nearly 20 years.

Director of Food & Beverage - Sera Ribble has more than 13 years of experience with Gila River.

Director of Facilities - David Baughn has more than 25 years in facilities management with 15 of those years in tribal facilities. He has worked with Gila River since 2020.

PARADISE CASINO SPORTSBOOK You can currently place wagers on football, basketball, hockey, soccer, baseball, golf, tennis, auto racing, boxing, UFC, and more. Bets can be placed at any of the 8 self-service betting kiosks or at the Sportsbook counter. Types of wagers offered include straight bets, parlays, round robins, match-ups, futures, player and team prop bets, custom teasers, in-play betting and more. Download the AZ.Unibet app to place wagers directly from your phone!

The southeast Valley was selected for the fourth casino location as this area’s growth aligns with the enterprise’s expansion in Arizona. In partnership with architectural and interior design firm, Steelman Partners, and The PENTA Building Group, the construction team has made tremendous progress since the groundbreaking in October. This modern desert oasis will feature 360 window views around the property and highlight the breathtaking mountain views. Santan Mountain will have more than 800 slots, live table games, BetMGM Sportsbook, dining and bar options along with a function space. Hiring for the new location begins in July with 700 open positions available.

Visit the Players Club Booths at either casino for all details.

For more info, visit PlayQCR.com & Paradise-Casinos.com. $

For information about Gila River Resorts & Casinos, visit PlayAtGila.com. $

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GAMING NEWS

Arizona Sets Record Event Wagering Handle In March

Walk-In Urgent Mental Health Clinic MIND 24-7 Opens Third Location

Event wagering levels skyrocketed in March, resulting in an approximate 40% increase in handle when compared to the February handle, according to a new report by the Arizona Department of Gaming. “March was an exciting month for Arizona event wagering, with major sporting events like NCAA’s March Madness helping set a single month event wagering handle record,” said Ted Vogt, Director, ADG. “I look forward to seeing how the industry continues to develop as we finish out the first year of legal event wagering in the coming months.”

MIND 24-7, headquartered in Scottsdale, opened its third facility at the beginning of June in the Metrocenter area near Dunlap Avenue and I-17. MIND 24-7 CEO Jeff Spight (above) performed the ribbon cutting and told the attendees they are fundamentally changing the landscape of accessible behavioral health by offering walk-in urgent mental health and substance abuse services such as Psych Express Care, Psych Crisis Care, and Psych Progressions. MIND 24-7 fills the gap for those seeking help by being available right when they need it—24 hours a day, 365 days a year, without an appointment.

Event wagering operators accepted over $690 million in wagers during the month, resulting in approximately $1.7 million in privilege fees being contributed to the state. You can view the full reports on the ADG website at Gaming.AZ.Gov. Established by the Arizona State Legislature in 1995, ADG is the state regulatory agency for tribal gaming, racing and parimutuel/simulcast wagering, event wagering/fantasy sports and unarmed combat sports. ADG also provides and supports education, prevention and treatment programs for people and families affected by problem gambling through its Division of Problem Gambling and 24-hour confidential helpline, 1.800.NEXT.STEP.

MIND 24-7 CEO Jeff Spight also shared they have expanded from 8 people to 600 over the course of the previous 13 months, are able to have a first responder meet with a mental health provider in less than 4 minutes from them walking through their doors, are able to have a member of the community see a mental health provider in less than 18 minutes, are anticipating opening a location on the West side of the Valley, and are also anticipating opening another location (their fifth) in Tucson by the end of this year.

Christopher Boan, Analyst for BetArizona.com commented on the March report, “Arizona’s sports betting marketplace showed its potential in March, with the state’s first-ever $600M handle. The strong performance of the Arizona Wildcats, along with the state’s longstanding support of men’s and women’s basketball on the collegiate level and the return of Cactus League baseball created a perfect storm for sports betting in Arizona.” Additional analysis and insights on the March report is available at BetArizona.com. $

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“I am amazed watching the community embrace us and watching us in action saving lives,” said Kristi Stovall, VP of Marketing & Communications for MIND 24-7. “I’ve seen parents break down in appreciation because they can come to us and have a place to take their child when there is nowhere else to go to get immediate mental health help,” Stovall added.

MIND 24-7 has locations at 10046 N. Metro Pkwy. in Phoenix (currently for youth only), 2728 N. 24th St. in Phoenix (youth only), and 1138 S. Higley Rd. in Mesa (youth & adults). They can be reached by phone at 1.844.MIND247 (1.844.646.3247).

For more information, visit them online at MIND24-7.com. $

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GAMING NEWS

July Promotions At Casino Del Sol

DICE DOUBLE UP Club Sol Members can participate July 5th to 30th for a chance to win a share of up to $24,000. Winners who beat the house roll on Saturdays at noon, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. have a chance to double their win, up to $500. Every slot/ table point earned is an additional entry into the drawings.

CLEANING OUT THE CLOSET PERKS On July 5th select Club Sol Members who earn 200pts can pick up a gift between 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the Conference Center.

BLACKJACK Firecracker Hot Seat Progressive – Club Sol Members playing at any Table Game with an open & active rating will be eligible to win up to $400 in Casino chips & $400 FreeBet chips. Every Monday & Tuesday in July with recurring times every 2 hours between 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 a.m.

BINGO School Supply Drive – Receive a free Level A for each new unopened school supply item donated. Guest may receive up to 3 free Level As per session.

Cosmic Bingo Red, White & Blue – On July 1st, Best Dressed wins 1st - $300, 2nd - $200 & 3rd - $100. Hosted by the hilarious Lucinda Holliday.

Casino Del Sol’s Birthday Celebration – On July 3rd watch the fireworks show during the intermission!

Fourth of July – On July 4th, 50% off Electronic packs with “buy-one get-one” Level Bs. GOLF Purchase a club fitting for a Callaway driver or irons & receive a Callaway hat.

STREETSCAPE Pizza of the Month – Grilled chicken breast, bacon, bell peppers, red onions with peach BBQ sauce.

For more information, visit CasinoDelSol.com $

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AGS Issues Statement On Supreme Court Ruling In Favor Of Authorized Gambling On Tribal Lands In Texas

Slot machine manufacturer AGS CEO David Lopez issued the following statement after the announcement of the United States Supreme Court decision siding with certain Tribes in Texas (the Tribes at issue are the Ysleta del Sur and Alabama and Coushatta Indian Tribes of Texas, which operate the Speaking Rock and Naskila Gaming facilities, respectively) to allow bingo gaming on their Tribal lands, without regulatory oversight from the State of Texas. The Court’s ruling on Wednesday determined that these Texas Tribes have the autonomy to regulate electronic bingo games on their lands, in compliance with the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act like most other Tribes in America, regardless of the state’s rules on bingo, which is permitted in the State of Texas. While the federal government agreed with the Tribes’ position, the State of Texas did not.

“After an extremely long process in the judicial system, I would like to congratulate our Native American business partners and friends on their well-deserved win. This ruling makes it possible for these sovereign Tribes to gain economic freedom and confirms their rights as federally recognized Tribes. AGS stands by our Tribal operator partners as they look to exercise their rights and wish them success in current and future ventures as sovereign Tribes in the State of Texas.

We are proud to support all our Native American partners throughout the country and, in particular, these Tribes that have fought so hard and so long in pursuit of their economic freedom.”

AGS is a global company focused on creating a diverse mix of entertaining gaming experiences for every kind of player including Class II & III slot products, table games, and other operator solutions. Learn more at PlayAGS.com. $

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Editor’s Picks

Live To Rock Tour @ Casino Del Sol

APACHE GOLD CASINO—Globe Drone Display Show & Aravaipa—July 2 CASINO ARIZONA TRIBUTE BANDS—Scottsdale Project Presley—July 1-2 Motley Crue’d—July 8-9 Fan Halen—July 22-23 Turn The Page (Bob Seeger)—July 29-30 CASINO DEL SOL—Tucson Chris Rock—July 1 Pepe Aguilar—July 2 Frankie Moreno—July 8 Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias—July 16 Live To Rock Tour—July 22 (Skid Row, Warrant, Winger, Quiet Riot) Bronco and Ramon Ayala—July 23 Brad Paisley—August 13 Rebelution—August 18 Ice-T Presents Something From Nothing—August 20 Jim Jefferies—August 26 Alejandro Fernandez—September 9 Staind—September 20 Banda MS—September 30 George Lopez—October 22 HARRAH’S AK-CHIN CASINO—Maricopa Counting Crows—July 22 Chris Janson—August 13 Boy George & Culture Club—August 19 Josh Turner—August 20 Caifanes—September 9 Tracy Morgan—September 23 Wheel Of Fortune LIVE!—November 4 & 5 HON-DAH RESORT CASINO—Pinetop Live Music Tuesdays Through Saturdays Tribute to The Beatles—July 3

Scotty McCreery @ Mazatzal Hotel & Casino

MAZATZAL HOTEL & CASINO—Payson Joe Nichols—August 4 Official Rodeo Kickoff—August 16 Scotty McCreery—October 7 Clint Black—October 8

QUECHAN CASINO RESORT—Winterhaven Pool Parties—Sundays Through September 4 Banda Machos Y Banda Maguey—July 21 Thunder From Down Under—July 28 Anjelah Johnson-Reyes—August 18 TALKING STICK RESORT—Scottsdale Release After Dark—Saturdays All Summer Starship—July 8 (Featuring Mickey Thomas) The Happy Together Tour—July 16 12th Annual KMLE 8 Man Jam—July 20 Steve Earle & The Dukes—August 27 Little River Band—September 10 Amy Bruni—September 16 Joe Satriani—September 24 WILD HORSE PASS HOTEL & CASINO—Chandler Summer Oasis Pool Party Series—Jul. 30, Aug. 27, Sep. 24 Tribute to Selena—July 2 Clay Walker—July 17 Hip Hop, R&B & Rap Talent Explosion Competition—July 23 Native American Comedy Jam—July 30 Rodney Carrington—August 5 Bien Tinh—August 6 Kansas—September 10 Boyz II Men—September 22 Tribute to Michael Jackson—September 24 Average White Band—October 7 Chris Tucker—October 8 Native American All-Star Comedy Night—November 26

Verify all details & tickets by contacting each casino directly, especially regarding age restrictions, dates, times, refunds, cancellations, and other event policies which are at the sole discretion of each venue and/or artist. $

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Editor’s Picks

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Wheel of Fortune LIVE! Harrah’s Ak-Chin November 5, 2022

The Happy Together Tour Talking Stick Resort July 16, 2022

America’s Game® is going on tour as “Wheel of Fortune LIVE!” and coming to Maricopa at The Events Center at Harrah’s Ak-Chin on Friday, November 4th and Saturday, November 5th. Not only will guests have the chance to audition to go on stage and step into the show itself, but contestants will also get to spin the iconic Wheel, solve puzzles and win big prizes like $10,000 and trips to Paris, Hawaii and other destinations! Audience members will also be randomly selected to win cash and special prizes.

The line-up features returning favorites and new additions: The Turtles, Gary Puckett & the Union Gap, The Association, The Buckinghams, The Vogues, and The Cowsills.

Trademarked as America’s Game, Wheel of Fortune is one of the longest-running game shows in American television and has delighted television audiences for over 40 years, making contestants’ dreams come true with monumental prizes. As the game’s only immersive experience outside of Sony Pictures Studios in Los Angeles, “Wheel of Fortune LIVE!” at The Events Center will be a show you won’t want to miss.

WHEEL OF FORTUNE: LIVE! Tour Date: November 4th & 5th, 2022 Doors: 7:00 p.m.

Show Time: 8:00 p.m.

Location: The Events Center @ Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Tickets: $81.50; $61.50; $51.50 Ages: All Ages For more information, visit HarrahsAkChin.com. $

2022 will mark the 13th year of the highly successful, hitfilled summer package, the “Happy Together” tour. The touring sensation that has crisscrossed the nation delighting audiences for over a decade returns this summer with a show full of chart-topping hits from the ‘60s and ‘70s – an undeniable 61 Billboard Top 40 smashes.

The tour is once again joined by The Turtles, who also act as musical hosts for the evening. Along with The Turtles will be Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, The Association, The Buckinghams, The Vogues, and The Cowsills.

The Turtles are best known for their harmony-heavy California pop sound. With such hits as Elenore, She’d Rather Be With Me, It Ain’t Me Babe, You Showed Me and the title of the tour, Happy Together, the band ruled the airwaves in the late ‘60s. Ron Dante joins the line-up to delight with his own mega-hits, Sugar Sugar and Tracy.

The tour has played more than 50 plus shows a year and 2022 will be no exception.

For more information, visit TalkingStickResort.com. $

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SAMI’S SMACKDOWN

By Sami Becker

LUCKY HABITS OF AMERICANS Many Of You Abide By Superstitions...“Just In Case”

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hether it’s a habit, tradition, or charm—it seems just about everyone has something they do for a little extra luck when it comes to gambling and playing the lottery. A new study found more than half of Americans believe in luck. Of those who do not, 30% say they still abide by superstitions “just in case.” Top lucky beliefs among Americans include beginner’s luck, wishing on a shooting star, throwing a coin into a fountain. 41% say lucky habits are outfit-related, 37% say they’re routine-related. 6 in 10 believe in lucky numbers.

Sometimes just a certain color can help someone’s luck; and colors such as black, blue, green, and gray are among the most common lucky colors. If it’s not a lucky color, maybe it’s a lucky day of the week. Friday and Saturday are believed to be the two most lucky days of the week.

We all need a little luck here and there, whether you’re playing at a casino or hoping to ace a job interview. Sometimes we rely on a lucky piece of clothing to help make a decision, or we keep a lucky item in our pocket in the hope it brings us good luck.

For some, their luck may depend on a certain number or what’s in their daily horoscope. A new survey asked more than 1,200 Americans to better understand their views on “luck” and what habits they may follow to try and ensure that good fortune.

LUCK AND SPORTS Some people take their sports-watching habits very seriously, especially if they believe wearing a certain shirt will help their team win. More than 1 in 10 report having superstitions surrounding their sports teams and how they watch games. Of those with sports superstitions, 41% said those superstitions are outfit-related, 37% said they’re routine-related, 16% said they’re location-related, and 6% said they’re food-related.

AMERICANS AND THEIR LUCKY HABITS More than two-thirds of the people surveyed (68%) said they believe in the concept of “luck.” While there are dozens of different common lucky beliefs, some of the most popular among respondents included beginner’s luck, wishing on a shooting star, and throwing coins into a fountain.

CLOTHING AND ITEMS It’s not uncommon for people to have a lucky item or accessory.

The most common item believed to be lucky? Jewelry.

But just because someone doesn’t believe in luck doesn’t mean they don’t follow certain habits or superstitions. 31% of people who said they don’t believe in luck admit to still abiding by lucky beliefs “just in case.” Other commonly held lucky beliefs include picking up pennies, crossing fingers, and knocking on wood to prevent bad luck.

ASTROLOGY, LUCKY ITEMS AND GUT INSTINCTS For some people, astrology is everything. A quarter of the people surveyed said they believe in their horoscope, with nearly 1 in 10 saying they make decisions based solely on what that horoscope says. Although over half the people surveyed said they blame bad luck when bad things happen, 8% said they place that blame on Mercury in retrograde.

While bad things can be blamed on a full moon or karma, good things could be blamed on items such as a four leaf clover. Four leaf clovers are historically known for being lucky items, and 62% of people said they’ve spent time looking for these little plants.

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There are also those who just trust their gut instincts, 88% of people said that they believe in those gut hunches and 89% said they make decisions based on those instincts.

50% of those with lucky items or accessories said they wear or hold that item whenever they need to make a big decision or have a big event (or maybe they’re at a casino playing the slots).

Some of the most common situations where good luck is needed include a job interview, a first date, an important day at work, or a sporting event.

LUCKY NUMBERS Don’t forget about lucky numbers! Many people, especially those who pick lottery numbers, rely on those lucky numbers for good luck. 60% of the people surveyed said they believe in lucky numbers, and some of the most common lucky numbers include 7, 11, 22, 33, 4, 13, and 9.

38% of the people surveyed said they regularly buy lottery tickets, and 35% said they use their lucky numbers to pick those lottery numbers. Are they consistent in picking lottery numbers? Almost half (47%) said they are and play their lucky numbers every time they buy a lottery ticket.

In addition to repeatedly playing their same lucky numbers, 7% said they only buy lottery tickets from one specific store! $ (Source: https://www.paysbig.com/blog/lucky-habits-of-americans)

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To Celebrate National Ice Cream Day on July 17, Find: CHERRIES, CHOCOLATE, CONE, COOKIES, CREAM, CUP, FLOAT, FREEZE, GELATO, ICE, MINT, NUTS, RAINBOW, ROAD, ROCKY, SCOOP, SHERBERT, SORBET, SPRINKLES, SUNDAE, SWIRL, SYRUP, VANILLA, WAFFLE, WHIPPED.

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Research shows that laughing stimulates the immune system and may help prevent or reverse some medical conditions.

Aries (March 21 – April 19): 10, 11, 22, 27, 56, 69 Taurus (April 20 – May 20): 3, 6, 26, 33, 45, 63 Gemini (May 21 – June 20): 5, 10, 21, 36, 48, 61 Cancer (June 21 – July 22): 2, 9, 17, 38, 46, 59 Leo (July 23 – August 22): 2, 15, 25, 32, 49, 66 Virgo (August 23 – September 22): 8, 11, 17, 34, 50, 64 Libra (September 23 – October 22): 5, 22, 23, 37, 43, 63 Scorpio (October 23 – November 21): 1, 3, 21, 36, 54, 65 Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21): 5, 9, 25, 27, 49, 59 Capricorn (December 22 – January 19): 2, 13, 18, 29, 45, 63 Aquarius (January 20 – February 18): 9, 23, 26, 28, 46, 61 Pisces (February 19 – March 20): 3, 5, 18, 42, 56, 69

A gambler walks into a butcher shop and starts eying their selection. Noticing the very short clerk, the gambler says, “Excuse me, I’ll bet you $500 you can’t get me those meats on the top shelf of the freezer!” The clerk responds, “Sorry, I can’t take that bet. Those steaks are too high!”

Four horse racing buddies are at the track when one of them speaks up, “I just can’t seem to win on anything today! Don’t you have any tips for me on this last race?” The other three immediately start looking through the program and come back with one name, “Lightning, put it all on Lightning.

That horse has great breeding and comes from a long line of winning horses.” The last race is set, all the horses are in the gate, the starter gets ready and then lets them loose. Lightning is first out of the gate and takes several big powerful strides down the track. But then, much to everyone’s dismay, Lightning abruptly stops, turns around, returns to the gate and closes the doors. Lighting brings up the rear as the race ends. The three buddies turn to their friend and try to explain what happened, “Well, we did tell you Lightning had good breeding. Just look at those manners!”

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Water Tiger Lunar Year Best days to ask for good luck: 5, 6, 10, 15, 17, 18, 21, 25, 27, 30.

Best days to travel: 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 17, 19, 24, 25, 29.

Best days to meet with someone: 2, 6, 11.

There is overlap on the 6th this month!

Ranking third in the Lunar zodiac, Tiger is the symbol of bravery in Asian cultures.

People under the sign of the Tiger are usually friendly, brave, competitive, charming and endowed with good luck and authority.

Dates For Year Of The Tiger: 02/13/1926-02/01/27, 01/31/38-02/18/39, 02/17/5002/05/51, 02/05/62-01/24/63, 01/23/74-02/10/75, 02/09/86-01/28/87, 01/28/98-02/15/99, 02/14/2010-02/02/11, 02/01/22-01/21/23. Next year of the Tiger is 02/19/2034-02/07/35.

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5405 W Valencia Rd

Tucson

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101 & Northern Ave.

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14. Desert Diamond Casino-Why

Hwy. 86, Milepost 55

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Hwy. 87 & Ft. McDowell Rd.

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15406 N. Maricopa Rd.

Maricopa

480-802-5000 1,143

777 Hwy. 260

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800-929-8744 806

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Chandler

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800-777-7529 373

Yuma

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18. Lone Butte Casino 19. Mazatzal Hotel & Casino

Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 930

20. Paradise Casino

450 Quechan Dr.

21. Quechan Casino

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Winterhaven, CA 877-783-2426 1,000+

22. Spirit Mountain Casino

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Mohave Valley 888-837-4030 179

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azgamingguide.com

Y Y

Y

Flagstaff

Use the QR codes for our website & Facebook Page!

Y Y

Y

Scottsdale

27. Yavapai Casino

Y

Y Y

Y

I-40, Exit 219

25. Vee Quiva Casino

Y

Y

101 & Indian Bend

24. Twin Arrows Navajo Casino 26. Wild Horse Pass Casino

Y

40

15. We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort 17. Hon-Dah Casino

Y

Y

8

7350 S. Nogales Hwy.

11. Desert Diamond Casino-Tuc.

Y

Y Y

04. Bucky’s Casino

07. Casino Del Sol Marketplace

Y

Smoke-Free Area

888-727-2243 284

Parker

Y

Y

Spa

Dudleyville

11300 Resort Drive

Y

Arcade

Slots

Golf

Milepost 127 on Arizona 77

03. BlueWater Resort & Casino

Phone

Poker Room

877-272-2433 467

Table Games

Globe

Live Keno

City

RV Park

02. Apache Sky Casino

Location Hwy. 70, 5 mi. E. of Globe

Hotel

01. Apache Gold Casino Resort

Bingo

Casino

High Limit Area

CASINO DIRECTORY

Y Y