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American Press
3 days ago
- American Press
'We see you': Joint operation to combat recent gun violence nets 13 arrests
A joint operation between the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office, Lake Charles Police and Louisiana State Police to address the recent gun violence in the community has netted 13 arrests in the past few weeks — and Sheriff Stitch Guillory has a message for those who are in possession of stolen firearms and are bragging about it online: 'We see you.' Over a six-week period between June and August, six shootings were reported within the parish. Four resulted in fatalities. In June, LCPD responded to a fatal shooting in the 200 block of North 1st Avenue and CPSO investigated the death of a man whose body was discovered on the side of the road near the 6700 block of U.S. 90 riddled with gunshot wounds. In July, CPSO investigated a fatal shooting at the Lake Charles Event Center Seawall, a Fourth of July shooting in the 1100 block of Allen Street in DeQuincy, and a shooting in the parking lot of Cowboys Night Club. On Aug. 5, LCPD responded to a fatal shooting in the parking lot of the On The Rocks bar — which is across the street from the McNeese State University Legacy Center. Guillory said the joint operation was underway before the On The Rocks shooting. 'We're not being reactive, we are proactive,' he said. 'Getting guns off our street and targeting criminals in and around local bar establishments where we know we're having problems (led to the operation). We decided to get ahead of the curve, it just so happened that the homicide at On The Rocks happened afterward.' Police Chief Shawn Caldwell said the arrests range from a 'variety of gun charges, a variety of drug charges and some traffic charges, as well.' During the arrests, seven illegally possessed firearms, more than 400 grams of marijuana, 12 Xanax pills and nine pressed Fentanyl pills were recovered. 'We take this serious. We're going to go out there, we're going to identify these people and we're going to arrest them,' Caldwell said. 'When we're done with that, we're going to turn them over to the DA.' District Attorney Stephen Dwight said two prosecutors on his team have been assigned to the joint operation to lend support and answer questions on searches and seizures. 'This is what the community wants to see; this is what we want to see,' Dwight said. 'We're getting guns off our streets and drugs off our streets and we're prepared to take these cases and run them through the judicial system.' Guillory said among the firearms confiscated was an AR-15. 'There's no purpose for that,' he said. 'What are you going to do with an AR-15?' To those college students fearful of patronizing local bars after their classes because of the recent violence, the sheriff said there has been no problems inside any of the facilities. 'It's just been in the parking lots, after they're closed,' he said. 'The bars themselves are safe.' Local ordinances require area bars and nightclubs to close at 2 a.m. Special details have been set up at these locations to clear out the parking lots after hours. Guillory said the men and women behind the badge signed up for this career because they want to make a difference in their community 'We're going to do everything we can, we're going to use every tool we have at our disposal to make our community safe and to keep our community safe,' he said. 'To the criminals out there, you want to go on social media and you want to post your stuff, we see it, too. That's our message. When you have drugs and you have them combined with a firearm, that's enhanced charges. I can promise you we're going to work with our federal partners to try and send you away for a very long time.'
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Live music acts announced for Rockford's 2025 4th of July Celebration of Freedom
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The performers scheduled to bring live music to Rockford's 61st Fourth of July Celebration of Freedom have been announced. This year, the annual fireworks display will be fired off from the Jefferson Street Bridge, a change from prior years. Fireworks were shot from the bridge over 25 years ago. Davis Park, the traditional home to the celebration, is currently undergoing a $12 million . Before the fireworks, revelers in downtown on Friday, July 4th, can attend performances by the following live acts: 4:30 pm – DJ Roland Stone, Joe Marino Statue – Parade Master of Ceremonies5:00 pm – That 70's Band, City Market Pavilion Main Stage7:00 pm – On The Rocks, City Market Pavilion Main Stage7:00 pm – Mr. Ed, Beattie Park Gazebo9:30 pm – Fireworks The 2025 Celebration of Freedom fireworks program will be live-streamed on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Globe and Mail
12-05-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Century Casinos Announces Rocky Gap Casino, Resort & Golf Honored with Multiple Accolades in Casino Player Magazine's 'The Best of Dining & Nightlife Awards 2025'
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. , May 12, 2025 /CNW/ -- Century Casinos , Inc. (Nasdaq Capital Market®: CNTY) announced today that its Rocky Gap Casino , Resort & Golf ("Rocky Gap") received multiple first-place awards in Casino Player Magazine's Best of Dining & Nightlife Awards 2025. These accolades underscore the resort's commitment to delivering exceptional service and outstanding experiences to its guests. The awards received by Rocky Gap include: Best Overall Service Best Seafood – Lakeside Grille Best View – Lakeside Grille Best Place to People Watch – On The Rocks Best Outdoor Dining – Signatures Bar & Grill Best Bar – On The Rocks Best Sports Bar – Sports Lounge Best Pool/Beach Bar – Terrace Bar Best Casino Cocktail Service Rocky Gap, nestled in the scenic Rocky Gap State Park near Cumberland, Maryland , offers a diverse array of dining options. From the upscale Lakeside Grille, known for its seafood and picturesque views of Lake Habeeb, to the lively atmosphere of the On The Rocks bar and the relaxed setting of Signatures Bar & Grill, the resort caters to a variety of tastes and preferences. For more information about Rocky Gap and its award-winning amenities, please visit our website at About Century Casinos , Inc.: Century Casinos , Inc. is a casino entertainment company. In the United States the Company operates the following operating segments: (i) in the East, the Mountaineer Casino , Resort & Races in New Cumberland, West Virginia and Rocky Gap Casino , Resort & Golf in Flintstone, Maryland ; (ii) in the Midwest, the Century Casinos & Hotels Cape Girardeau and Caruthersville, Missouri , and Century Casinos & Hotels in Cripple Creek and Central City, Colorado ; and (iii) in the West, the Nugget Casino Resort, in Reno - Sparks, Nevada . In Alberta, Canada the Company operates Century Casino & Hotel in Edmonton , the Century Casino in St. Albert , Century Mile Racetrack and Casino in Edmonton and Century Downs Racetrack and Casino in Calgary . In Poland , the Company operates six casinos through its subsidiary Casinos Poland Ltd. The Company continues to pursue other projects in various stages of development. Century Casinos ' common stock trades on The Nasdaq Capital Market® under the symbol CNTY. For more information about Century Casinos , visit our website at This release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on the beliefs and assumptions of the management of Century Casinos based on information currently available to management. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements include, among others, the risks described in the section entitled "Risk Factors" under Item 1A in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and in subsequent periodic and current SEC filings we may make. Century Casinos disclaims any obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statement that may be made from time to time by it or on its behalf. View original content to download multimedia:
Cision Canada
12-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Century Casinos Announces Rocky Gap Casino, Resort & Golf Honored with Multiple Accolades in Casino Player Magazine's 'The Best of Dining & Nightlife Awards 2025'
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., May 12, 2025 /CNW/ -- Century Casinos, Inc. (Nasdaq Capital Market®: CNTY) announced today that its Rocky Gap Casino, Resort & Golf ("Rocky Gap") received multiple first-place awards in Casino Player Magazine's Best of Dining & Nightlife Awards 2025. These accolades underscore the resort's commitment to delivering exceptional service and outstanding experiences to its guests. The awards received by Rocky Gap include: Best Overall Service Best Seafood – Lakeside Grille Best View – Lakeside Grille Best Place to People Watch – On The Rocks Best Outdoor Dining – Signatures Bar & Grill Best Bar – On The Rocks Best Sports Bar – Sports Lounge Best Pool/Beach Bar – Terrace Bar Best Casino Cocktail Service Rocky Gap, nestled in the scenic Rocky Gap State Park near Cumberland, Maryland, offers a diverse array of dining options. From the upscale Lakeside Grille, known for its seafood and picturesque views of Lake Habeeb, to the lively atmosphere of the On The Rocks bar and the relaxed setting of Signatures Bar & Grill, the resort caters to a variety of tastes and preferences. For more information about Rocky Gap and its award-winning amenities, please visit our website at About Century Casinos, Inc.: Century Casinos, Inc. is a casino entertainment company. In the United States the Company operates the following operating segments: (i) in the East, the Mountaineer Casino, Resort & Races in New Cumberland, West Virginia and Rocky Gap Casino, Resort & Golf in Flintstone, Maryland; (ii) in the Midwest, the Century Casinos & Hotels Cape Girardeau and Caruthersville, Missouri, and Century Casinos & Hotels in Cripple Creek and Central City, Colorado; and (iii) in the West, the Nugget Casino Resort, in Reno-Sparks, Nevada. In Alberta, Canada the Company operates Century Casino & Hotel in Edmonton, the Century Casino in St. Albert, Century Mile Racetrack and Casino in Edmonton and Century Downs Racetrack and Casino in Calgary. In Poland, the Company operates six casinos through its subsidiary Casinos Poland Ltd. The Company continues to pursue other projects in various stages of development. Century Casinos' common stock trades on The Nasdaq Capital Market® under the symbol CNTY. For more information about Century Casinos, visit our website at This release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on the beliefs and assumptions of the management of Century Casinos based on information currently available to management. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements include, among others, the risks described in the section entitled "Risk Factors" under Item 1A in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and in subsequent periodic and current SEC filings we may make. Century Casinos disclaims any obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statement that may be made from time to time by it or on its behalf.
Forbes
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
It Took 51 Tries To Nail This Delicious Yuzu Matcha Martini
On The Rocks x House of Suntory Collaboration When it comes to crafting new cocktails from scratch, even the best mixologists may need to try dozens of times before finalizing a recipe. And it took a Japanese bartending legend over 50 tries to create one the better ready-to-serve cocktails on the market. Hidetsugu Ueno of Tokyo's famed Bar High Five was tasked with crafting two new, shelf-stable cocktails for a new collaboration between On The Rocks Premium Cocktails and The House of Suntory. The results—dubbed 'The Harmony Collection,' now on the U.S. market—were a Japanese Boulevardier and Yuzu Matcha Martini. Both use spirits from Suntory's collection; the Boulevardier with Suntory Whisky Toki, and the Martini with Haku Vodka. (On The Rocks and Suntory Global Spirits have had a partnership since 2016. Suntory acquired On The Rocks in 2020.) And while the Japanese Boulevardier is a tasty go-to over ice (with some latitude for at-home customization with garnishes), the Yuzu Matcha Martini stands out, both for its rich mouthfeel and surprising balance of key ingredients and flavors. According to brand press notes, 'the Yuzu Matcha Martini masterfully balances bright yuzu citrus with the earthy depth of green tea, delivering a harmonious fusion of tangy vibrancy and subtle bitterness.' That's certainly a tall order. And during a recent tasting of The Harmony Collection, the martini may have exceeded even those lofty tasting notes. The drink itself—best served in a pre-chilled martini glass, of course—walks a delicate balance between tart, sweet, and boozy. It's recognizably a vodka martini, with a punchy citrus kick from the yuzu on the midpalate. Perhaps more impressive is the restrained, integrated impact of matcha, which lends a subtle earthiness without overpowering the cocktail at any juncture. It's the sort of drink even the matcha-averse may quite enjoy; in fact, if I didn't know the drink's name ahead of time, I might have missed that ground green tea impact until the very end. That sort of balance in a ready-to-serve cocktail doesn't come automatically. Over the course of around a year, Ueno and the On The Rocks team went through 51 variations of the Yuzu Matcha Martini before finalizing the product. 'Many of the ingredients (such as fresh juice, matcha tea, and wines) used to create cocktails will quickly settle and separate once they sit,' says Ueno, speaking to Forbes. 'These ingredients contribute to the flavor, mouthfeel, color, etc. of the overall cocktail and recreating this unity over time is essential in delivering the optimal experience for our consumers. It takes a lot of testing, patience, and creativity.' The On The Rocks Yuzu Matcha Martini is proofed at 20% ABV and is now available in the U.S. as part of a 375ml bottle 2-pack for $29.99. That includes a bottle of the brand's Japanese Boulevardier, proofed to a boozier 32.5% ABV.
