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Churchill Downs Incorporated Opens Derby City Gaming Downtown in Louisville, Kentucky
CDI’s Sixth HRM Entertainment Venue in Kentucky Opens 150 Days before the 150th Kentucky Derby LOUISVILLE, Ky., Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Churchill
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[{"type":"text","content":"CDI’s Sixth HRM Entertainment Venue in Kentucky Opens 150 Days before the 150th Kentucky Derby\nLOUISVILLE, Ky., Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) announced today the opening of Derby City Gaming Downtown (“DCG Downtown”) in Louisville, Kentucky. The $90 million investment marks CDI’s sixth historical racing machine (“HRM”) entertainment venue in Kentucky. The public grand opening festivities included a commemorative ribbon cutting and a $40,000 charitable donation to Norton Healthcare Foundation and The Hope Buss, reflecting CDI’s commitment to the revitalization of downtown Louisville. The 43,000 sq. ft. two-story Kentucky Derby themed entertainment venue includes a gaming floor with 500 state-of-the-art HRMs featuring some of the most popular and fan favorite themes on the market. DCG Downtown offers three unique food and beverage experiences: First Turn Sports Bar & Stage hosts the property’s Race & Sports Book along with a stage for live entertainment, Trophy Bar Bourbon & Cigars offers the finest bourbons and hand-rolled cigars with a smoking patio and Fascinator Wine Bar provides an intimate atmosphere with a refined wine list and small bites. The entertainment destination includes 130 on-site guest parking spaces and boasts an exterior façade wrapped with the region’s first naked-eye 3D video board. A Kentucky Derby gift shop is located on the main level of the property with a dedicated street entrance for all ages. “As you all know, racing is a key part of our history and our culture. Churchill Downs brings folks from across the state and across our world together,” said Kentucky Governor, Andy Beshear. “This company isn't just resting on where they’ve been, they're laser focused on where they're going. They're working tirelessly to be even better to ensure their future and our future as Kentucky is brighter than ever.” The development of DCG Downtown generated 400 construction jobs and will result in over 150 permanent jobs. CDI joined Messer Construction to focus project efforts on supplier diversity, economic inclusion and community engagement. Over $14 million of the investment was spent with Minority, Women and Veteran-owned subcontracting services. \"This project is one of which I'm particularly proud because in addition to its impact of the Kentucky horse industry, it's going ...