( Cincinnati ) The Horseshoe Casino's controlled demonstration held before the grand opening raised $152,595 for four local charities. More than 6,000 guests attended the eight-hour event.

The casino rounded up the total amount and gave $40,000 each to The Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency, ArtsWave, the Freestore Foodbank and Talbert House.

The Horseshoe Casino is now open to the public, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.