Page 22 - Mississippi/Louisiana Gaming News - Summer, 2026

Contributions & Donations
Women’s Tribute Luncheon
Horseshoe Tunica was a sponsor of the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis’ annual tribute luncheon. Horseshoe employees attending the event included Adrian Word, Kristi Miller, Sindy Helton, Pam Holub, Larry Leflore, Pam Richardson and Stephanie James.
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Food Drive
Boomtown Casino Biloxi participated in the March of the Mayors Food Drive, where cities along the Gulf Coast, working with Extra Table, collected a designated item. In Biloxi, bags of dried beans were collected to donate to local food pantries. Boomtown team members collected two large boxes of beans. Boomtown’s Robert Barr, assistant slot tech manager, and Mandy Ladner, vice president of human resources, helped city official Kay Miller (center) with the donation.
Lacing Up For Hope
Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort associates laced up their sneakers for charity. (Above) Associates walked with the Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi in support of its mission to improve the lives of those affected by diabetes across the state. Additionally, associates participated in the 2026 Elephant Run, which helps bring awareness to Fight CMD’s mission of advancing research for children affected by Congenital Muscular Dystrophy.
Sista Strut
WaterView Casino Hotel was a sponsor of the 4th annual Sista Strut Breast Cancer Walk held in Jackson, Mississippi. This event is for women who have fought, are fighting, and may fight breast cancer with a mission to help raise money and awareness for breast cancer, specifically how it affects the African American community.
Rodeo Title Sponsor
Harlow’s Casino Resort & Spa is the title sponsor of the 10th Annual Greenville Heritage Rodeo, an event that showcases the community’s rich heritage and brings residents together.
Valentine’s Day Lunch
Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast delivered a Valentine’s Day luncheon to the Dunbar
Village Retirement Home & Resident Care facility in Bay St. Louis in conjunction with the Waveland Community Unity Organization. The local police, sheriff’s office and Mississippi Highway Patrol served lunch to the residents. The casino hosted a Valentine’s card writing station where team members created personalized cards for the residents.