Dotty’s Continues Company Transformation In 2014

HENDERSON, Nev. - Dec. 29, 2014 - PRLog -- Dotty’s Taverns and Casinos firmly established its presence in the Nevada hotel and gaming industry in 2014 with the purchase of the River Palms Casino in Laughlin, NV, and the rapid remodeling and opening of its 2013 acquisition of the Hacienda Hotel and Casino in Boulder City, NV, rebranding it the Hoover Dam Lodge.

Laughlin River Lodge Debuts

         In July 2014, Nevada Restaurant Services, parent company of Dotty’s, purchased the River Palms Casino, which it renamed the Laughlin River Lodge. Gaming operations currently feature 481 new casino games, including Lodge Bingo that starts at 9 a.m. with seven sessions running daily on the odd hour. Guest room amenities include microwaves, refrigerators, irons and ironing boards, 55-inch LED televisions, coffee makers, hair dryers and free WiFi.

         “We are excited to be a corporate partner with the community of Laughlin,” said Steve DesChamps, Casino General Manager for Nevada Restaurant Services, Dotty’s parent company. “It is our goal to not only provide outstanding gaming, entertainment and restaurant choices for all those who visit the Laughlin River Lodge, but to be a major employer for this community.”

Hoover Dam Lodge Becomes Trend Setter in Boulder City

         The transformation of the 32-acre Boulder City, NV, Hacienda Hotel and Casino site into the park-style rustic retreat called the Hoover Dam Lodge has been a complete success. Overlooking picturesque Lake Mead and just minutes from scenic Hoover Dam, this full-service casino offers patrons more than 150 state-of-the-art slots, video poker, keno and virtual games of craps and blackjack.

         “Hoover Dam Lodge has become a hub for not only casino gaming in the southeast part of the Las Vegas Valley, but also for recreational activities such as swimming, fishing, boating and water skiing on Lake Mead,” DesChamps said. “Whether its enjoying a romantic dinner at our Steakhouse restaurant, relaxing by the pool or planning special events through our banquet department, a stay at the Hoover Dam Lodge will always be a cherished memory.”

Dotty’s: A Company on the Move

         Dotty’s move into a new 150,000-square-foot corporate headquarters in North Las Vegas has been a continued celebration of the company’s growth. Additionally, the move created more opportunities for jobs and promotions within the company. Dotty’s now has more than 1,325 employees working in Nevada.

         In other notable events throughout the year:

Dotty’s and its employees gave $21,500 to local charities, bringing total chartitable contributions for 2014 to $155,650.

         Dotty’s prides itself in offering its tavern patrons a unique departure from the atmosphere of big-box hotels and casinos. The small 24-hour chain currently has 74 freestanding establishments in Southern Nevada, 30 in Northern Nevada with an additional 6 locations in Food 4 Less grocery stores and 10 inside Kmart department stores.

         Looking back at 2014, the year has also produced challenges. In December, Clark County Commissioners voted to change tavern gaming regulations meant to curb the growth of non-traditional taverns like Dotty’s. The new rules are meant to force Dotty's and other similar businesses to look and act more like traditional bars or risk losing more than half their slot machines.

         Although disappointed with the decision, Nevada Restaurant Services management believes the cost of implementing the new regulations will have no effect on business operations. In fact, the company expects to become stronger as a result of the new regulations.

         “Our employees and customers are our family. They’re our first priority,” said Mike Eide, chief operating officer and chief financial officer for Nevada Restaurant Services. “Although the County changes the rules on taverns again, our goal remains how we best serve our customers. We’re looking at all our options with regard to the newly changed tavern regulations and will announce our plans after the first of the year.”

         For more information about Dotty’s and directions to its locations, please call: 1-866-547-6310.