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Boyd Gaming Announces Extensions Of Temporary Property Closures In Five States
Boyd Gaming Corporation provided an update on its previously announced property closures in the states of Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania. As previously announced, all Boyd Gaming properties nationwide are temporarily closed to the public as mandated by state officials in connection with efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Illinois: The Illinois Gaming Board has extended its previous closure order to April 8. This closure order impacts all gaming operations in the state of Illinois, including Par-A-Dice, which closed on March 15.
Indiana: Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb has issued an order requiring the closure of all non-essential businesses in the state through April 6. This order will impact both Belterra Resort and Blue Chip, which closed on March 16 in compliance with orders from the Indiana Gaming Commission.
Louisiana: The Louisiana Gaming Control Board has extended its previous closure order through April 12. This order impacts Amelia Belle, Delta Downs, Evangeline Downs, Sam’s Town Shreveport and Treasure Chest, all of which closed on March 17 in compliance with a statewide closure order from the Board.
Ohio: Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered the closure of all non-essential businesses in the state through April 6. This order impacts Belterra Park, which closed on March 13 following orders by the Ohio Department of Health prohibiting mass gatherings in the state.
Pennsylvania: The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has closed all casinos in the state until further notice. Valley Forge has been closed since March 13 in compliance with Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf’s directive ordering the closure of all entertainment venues in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
Due to the fluid nature of state and local closures related to COVID-19, the Company will provide future updates on property closures on the home page of its website, www.boydgaming.com.
About Boyd Gaming:
Founded in 1975, Boyd Gaming Corporation is a leading geographically diversified operator of 29 gaming entertainment properties in 10 states. The Company currently operates 1.77 million square feet of casino space, more than 38,000 gaming machines, over 800 table games, more than 11,000 hotel rooms, and 320 food and beverage outlets. With one of the most experienced leadership teams in the casino industry, Boyd Gaming prides itself on offering its guests an outstanding entertainment experience, delivered with unwavering attention to customer service. For additional Company information and press releases, visit www.boydgaming.com.
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