by Staff

BILOXI, Miss., May 16 -- Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. along with world-renowned singer and songwriter Jimmy Buffett, today unveiled plans for a new Gulf Coast destination; Margaritaville Casino & Resort on the shores of Biloxi. The Margaritaville project is expected to cost more than $700 million, representing the single largest investment in Mississippi since Hurricane Katrina. The company expects this to be the first phase of a development that may cost more than $1 billion.
"I am privileged to announce Harrah's plans for Margaritaville Casino & Resort in Biloxi," said Gary Loveman, chairman, chief executive officer and president. "Along with Jimmy Buffett, ...
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