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El Cortez applying as a historic place

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September 7, 2012 - 4:24 pm
 

The El Cortez could become the first casino to land on the National Register of Historic Places. The Epsiein family, owners of the longtime downtown hotel-casino, are seeking recognition for the property and expect to get a hearing soon.

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