Without all of these agencies and their representatives’ efforts we wouldn’t be here today.” We are incredibly thankful of the hard work and support of the Danville Community, Greater Vermilion County, and the State of Illinois, especially the efforts of the Illinois Gaming Board.
Jimmy Wilmot, President of Danville Development, says ”We are excited to take the next big step in the process, and open our casino to the over 21 public. Both the steak house and the casino are still looking to hire additional help. The test runs occurred on both Tuesday and Wednesday.Ī Saltgrass Steak House which is adjacent to the casino is already open. Representatives from the Illinois Gaming Board have been in Danville this week watching how things went when some local VIPs were invited to try out the casino. The permit will allow the casino to open on Saturday.
Saturday to welcome its first customers.Ī spokesman for the Illinois Gaming Board says a temporary operating permit was issued on Friday. It was learned Friday that the casino will open its doors at 4:00 p.m. The long wait is finally over for citizens anxious to play games at the new Golden Nugget Casino in Danville.
