Attorney Bill Boyd represented him in the transaction, in exchange for a stake in the property.

[5] A $1.5-million renovation in 1977 expanded the casino to 30,000 square feet (2,800 m2), to keep up with the town's growth.

[6] The company used it as a training ground for executives, because its small size requires a hands-on management approach.

[7] In March 2020, the state's casinos were ordered to close due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Nevada.

[10] DeSimone had spent $7 million on a 45-day renovation which added various amenities, including two new restaurants, two bars, and an event space.