patrons into the casino. In Nevada, this is usually expanded with special promotions to cash tax refund checks from the Internal Revenue Service. Locals casinos often act as community centers and frequently include non-gambling entertainment such as bowling alleys, movie theaters, ice skating rinks and child care centers. Revenue of casinos The revenue of locals casinos in Clark County, Nevada, is normally calculated by taking the revenue of Clark County and subtracting the revenue of the four tourist areas (the Strip, Downtown, Laughlin and Mesquite). This is the only realistic calculation available since the Nevada Gaming Commission does not provide more detail. However, this calculation will include some properties like Gold Strike, Hoover Dam Lodge, Primm Valley Resorts and all of the various casinos in Laughlin and Mesquite as "locals casino" even though they have many guests who are visiting the area. References Further reading Casinos Gambling terminology Marketing techniques