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August 2014 Gaming News
VJentura Man Wins $1 Million Jackpot at Chumash Casino Resort
esse Castillo, a 72-year-old Ventura resident, hit the “Di erent people have their systems for playing slot jackpot of a lifetime recently at Chumash Casino machines — I just push the button,” he said. “ e reason Resort, winning more than $1 million on a slot I come here is to get away from it all for a little while. It’s
machine. Castillo bet the maximum of three credits on a $5 Ten Times Pay progressive slot in the high-limit room, and hit the 10-10-10 jackpot, which had been building for approximately nine months, to win $1,021,730.
“It took a couple of days to really sink in,” Castillo said of his jackpot, which he hit on July 8th. “I’ve played that machine a lot. It’s a progressive, and I was playing it when the jackpot was $270,000. People have ocked to that machine, dreaming of hitting the big payout. It was open, so I sat down and was only looking to win the $5,000 mini jackpot. Instead, I hit that 10-10-10. It was a serious surprise.”
It’s not Castillo’s rst jackpot, but by far his biggest payout. He said he’s been visiting Chumash Casino
Resort for three-plus years, and enjoys the sense of escape he feels while playing the slots.
mindless. ere’s no pressure.” Castillo added: “I’ve only been to Las Vegas three times in the past 25 years, and I don’t go to other casinos — only this one. I like bringing my wife here because we have a lot of fun. When we rst came to Chumash Casino, we really enjoyed the people. Everyone here has always treated us very kindly and with a lot of respect. And I’ve always felt safe here.”
Located on Highway 246 in Santa Ynez, California, Chumash Casino Resort is owned and operated by the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians. e casino’s gaming oor is open 24/7 and features 2,000 slot machines, dozens of table games, bingo, poker and daily cash and prize giveaways. For more information, visit online at Chumashcasino.com.
WSummer Night Fun at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa
hen temperatures hit the summer heights, it’s time to head to the casino for some cool nighttime fun. And you won’t want to miss Caliente Nights at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa. e fourth season of the Coachella Valley’s coolest Friday night pool party is from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.,
hosted by DJ Aaron C, spinning poolside under the stars. ere are drink specials each night and cabana and VIP bottle service is available. Caliente Nights are free to resort guests, and Paradise Rewards Club members receive a discount on entry.
And there’s awesome local talent at The Lounge. Check out Latin Salsa Nights on ursdays from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. with Nash and Quinto Menguante on August 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th. And on Fridays, catch DJ Jerry. On Saturday, August 2nd, it’s Bumptown; August 9th, Radio Rave; August 16th, Circle of Fifths; August 23rd, Machin’ Militia; and on August 30th, Basix. For more information, visit HotWaterCasino.com or call 1-888-999-1995.
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Valley View’s Vice President of Slots, Randy Reedy (second from the left) and Fenn Cross (left) and Richie Barnett (right) of the Southern California Gaming Guide presented Oralia S. the $10,000 top prize of the Sizzlin’ Summer Slot Tournament. PAGE 14
Sizzlin’ Summer Slot Tournament presented by Southern California Gaming GuideTM and Multimedia Games. In addition to the $10,000 grand prize, over $40,000 in cash, free slot play and other exciting prizes were awarded. Building up to the big announcement of the grand prize winner, the players were on the edge of their seats hoping to hear their name called for the most coveted prize: $10,000 cash.
Oralia, Valley View Casino & Hotel’s $10,000 grand prize winner, was very excited to participate in the tournament on Saturday.
Between June 1st and July 13th, guests had the opportunity to qualify to compete for a share of the $50,000 prize pool, including the $10,000 grand prize.
While guests were not competing, they were enjoying
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To learn more about exciting slot tournaments and promotions at Valley View Casino & Hotel, visit ValleyViewCasino.com or call (760) 291-5500
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alley View Casino & Hotel recently awarded the Maine Lobster Buffet, 2,000 of San Diego’s only $10,000 cash to one of their loyal guests, Certi ed Loose slots and Valley View Casino & Hotel’s
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Oralia S., on Saturday, July 19 , at the annual world-class guest service.