Kim Yuhl, Author at Play Michigan

Dan Gilbert Is Looking To Sell Off Casinos In Michigan And The Midwest

Casino magnate Dan Gilbert is ready to turn in the keys to his casino properties, which include the Greektown Casino-Hotel in Detroit, Michigan.

Posted on: March 11, 2022 | Kim Yuhl

Lansing Officials Shut Down Illegal Gambling Ring Run By Women

Michigan law enforcement broke up a ladies illegal gambling ring complete with slot-style machines in a real-life adaptation of "Ocean's 8".

Posted on: December 11, 2021 | Kim Yuhl

Don’t Expect A Michigan Sports Betting Law Before Football Season

Moving the Lawful Internet Gaming Act through the House is a great first step, but expect the bill to face a tougher challenge in the Senate.

Posted on: July 22, 2021 | Kim Yuhl

Casino Owner Backs Up His Wolverine Fandom With Big Bets

Derek Stevens, a Michigan graduate, believed so strongly in the Wolverines that he went out looking for some serious action before the beginning of March Madness.

Posted on: October 13, 2020 | Kim Yuhl

Joe Cada Puts Michigan Back In The WSOP Spotlight

With Michiganders Nic Manion and 2009 WSOP Main Event winner Joe Cada at poker's biggest final table, the Wolverine State was square in the ESPN spotlight.

Posted on: July 16, 2018 | Kim Yuhl

Michigan’s Last Racetrack Sold To Housing Development Company

The one remaining horse track, Northville Downs, announced plans to turn their track into a luxury home site. This after Hazel Park Raceway shuttered its Southeastern Michigan racetrack.

Posted on: April 30, 2018 | Kim Yuhl

With Hazel Park Closure, Michigan Has One Horse Track Left

On Thursday, Hazel Park Raceway closed its doors after seven decades of hosting live horse racing in Southeastern Michigan.

Posted on: April 17, 2018 | Kim Yuhl

If You Win The Lottery, You May Want To Keep It On The DL

For many, winning the lottery is a dream come true. Or is it? Life-changing sums of money obviously change lives. But it doesn't always change it for the better.

Posted on: April 4, 2018 | Kim Yuhl