There's no word yet when the Hard Rock Casino or 11 other Gulf Coast casinos might re-open.

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The South Florida native tried out investment banking with Merrill Lynch after getting a business degree from Emory University, then quit to found a sneaker store at the Hard Rock Casino in Seminole, Florida.

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Also, the Palms Casino Resort and the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino are revamping to maintain their trendy vibe in the face of mounting competition.

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Hard Rock International has proposed a casino in West Springfield and Mohegan Sun has a plan for the town of Palmer.

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