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Videographer: Matt Durrett
Web Producer: Elizabeth Noreika Updated: October 10, 2008 11:38am
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After two charity nights which gave Tri-State Racetrack and Gaming Center dealers valuable practice time, and a review of the facility's procedures by the West Virginia Lottery, the track has been given the green light to offer table games on a full-time basis.
The new gaming areas were full on opening night Thursday, as people came to try their luck at Tri-State's newest offerings, but it's not just about the full casino experience.
Patrons will now get to enjoy games like Craps and Blackjack.
It's also about providing jobs to people who really need them.
Black jack dealer David Puzzuoli says after a devastating accident nearly 20 years ago, he couldn't find a job.
Tri-State State not only hired him, they made his work area wheelchair friendly.
Tri-State managers tell us they are well on their way to hire 1 thousand new employees.
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