Boyd property honored for promoting country music

Wednesday, May 9, 2001 | 10:13 a.m.

Boyd Gaming Corp. of Las Vegas said its Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling Hall in Tunica, Miss., was named "Casino of the Year" by the Academy of Country Music.

"This is the first time in the history of the ACM's Casino of the Year award that a casino located outside of Las Vegas has captured this prestigious honor. Our River Palace Entertainment Center at Sam's Town Tunica has hosted some of the biggest names in the country music field -- all to packed houses -- and we plan to continue our tradition of showcasing top country music talent," said Chairman and Chief Executive William Boyd.

To be eligible for the award, a casino must have bought or promoted at least 20 country concerts during the calendar year of the award, be in good standing with all agents and aggressively help to promote country music ticket sales.

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