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Liese Klein, Staff Writer

July 26, 2023Updated: July 26, 2023 4:56 p.m.

Tesla electric cars like this one are set to go on sale this fall in a showroom at Mohegan Sun.

Courtesy of Mohegan Sun

Gamblers will soon be able to take a break from the slots to admire and buy the latest models of Tesla electric vehicles at a dealership and showroom set to open this fall at Mohegan Sun, the casino announced Wednesday.

The new Tesla Sales & Delivery Center will be located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun across from Todd English’s Tuscany restaurant. Prospective buyers can use casino loyalty points to buy a Tesla and test drive the cars on Mohegan Sun’s property.

Located on sovereign tribal land, Mohegan Sun will be the first location in Connecticut that you can directly buy a Tesla: Once again this year the state legislature failed to put forward a bill to allow Tesla and other electric-vehicle manufacturers to sell directly to customers. 

On non-tribal land in the state, electric car-makers instead must open franchised dealerships.

Mohegan Sun officials said the new Tesla outlet will employ and train Mohegan Tribal members and casino employees, preparing them for jobs at the carmaker.

“This endeavor with Tesla marks an electrifying milestone in Mohegan Sun’s commitment to fostering impactful relationships, promoting environmental sustainability and offering cutting-edge experiences for our millions of annual guests,” said Jeff Hamilton, the casino’s president and general manager.

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Electric vehicle maker Tesla has been selling its cars to eager U.S. consumers since 2008. But not in Connecticut.

This state is one of more than a dozen that ban automobile manufacturers from selling directly to consumers, requiring instead that new cars be purchased through a licensed dealership. Tesla sells all of its new vehicles directly to consumers, primarily via online ordering, and delivers them through a network of storefronts in states that allow the company’s direct-sales model. 

For Connecticut EV enthusiasts, picking up a newly purchased Tesla meant driving across state lines — until now. 

On Wednesday, Mohegan Sun announced that Tesla plans to open a “Sales & Delivery Center” at the casino’s mall before the end of this year. Beginning this fall, patrons will be able to buy or pick up new Tesla vehicles at the store, or take the cars for a test drive around the resort grounds. The storefront will sit across from chef Todd English’s restaurant, Tuscany.

The casino’s press release Wednesday described Tesla’s new storefront as “a first-of-its-kind venture” for the state. “Locals and visitors alike will soon have the chance to take home the Model Y, Model 3, Model S and more,” the announcement read. 

In response to the news, Hayden Reynolds, chairman of the Connecticut Automotive Retail Association, said, “It is essential to strike a balance between respecting tribal sovereignty and maintaining a level playing field for all car dealerships in Connecticut.” Reynolds said the association respects the tribe’s sovereignty, “but we strongly believe that this does not change the discussion about Tesla and other EV manufacturers with direct-to-consumer sales, and we continue to oppose that model. Connecticut’s dealer franchise laws benefit consumers and provide a competitive marketplace.”

Connecticut is only the latest state where Tesla has employed this strategy…

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Mohegan Sun, one of the leading entertainment destinations in the United States, is set to enhance its offerings with the opening of a state-of-the-art Tesla Electric Vehicle (EV) Showroom. The Tesla Sales & Delivery Center, a first-of-its-kind venture in Connecticut, will be located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun and is scheduled to open in the fall of 2023.

The unique showroom will provide guests with the opportunity to purchase Tesla’s popular models such as the Model Y, Model 3, and Model S. Additionally, visitors will be able to learn more about Tesla’s solar and storage products.

Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun, expressed his excitement about the upcoming showroom. “This endeavor with Tesla marks an electrifying milestone in Mohegan Sun’s commitment to fostering impactful relationships, promoting environmental sustainability and offering cutting-edge experiences for our millions of annual guests, each of which are core goals of Mohegan Sun and the Mohegan Tribe,” he said.

The collaboration between Mohegan Sun and Tesla, the global EV leader, will also extend to workforce development programs. Tesla plans to integrate local talent into these programs, providing Mohegan Tribal members and Mohegan Team Members with opportunities to learn diverse skills and technician training. This could potentially open up exciting career opportunities with Tesla.

The Tesla EV Showroom will be located across from Todd English’s Tuscany, with deliveries taking place nearby at Sky Tower valet. Test drives for popular Tesla models will also be possible around the resort. Upon launch, Momentum Dollars through Mohegan Sun’s loyalty rewards program (Momentum) will be accepted for Tesla purchases.

The Shops at Mohegan Sun is a 130,000-square-foot two-story dining and shopping pavilion that connects Casino of the Sky to Casino of…

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Jul. 26—PLAINS TWP. — Rock and Roll legends Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo are set to turn up the heat with the FUNTASTIC 2023 Tour at Mohegan Pennsylvania’s Outdoor Concert Venue on Friday, July 28.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show kicks off at 8 p.m., rain or shine.

Tickets are $55, and on sale via ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Pennsylvania Box Office, located at the Hotel Front Desk.

There will be a limited number of VIP packages available for purchase. Entry is general admission, and seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is 21+ and valid identification is required upon entry.

In a Pop culture world defined by its perpetual changes, the partnership of singer songwriter Pat Benatar and producer-musician Neil Giraldo has been a potent, steadfast union that has soared to the top of the charts and into fans’ hearts on their own terms.

Her staggering vocals and take-no-prisoners attitude, along with his trailblazing artistry as a guitarist, producer and songwriter, forged the undeniable chemistry and unique sound that created eternal rock hits including “We Belong,” “Invincible,” “Love Is A Battlefield,” “Promises In The Dark,” “We Live For Love,” “Heartbreaker” and “Hell Is For Children.”

Their stunning achievements are a testament to their vision. Together, Benatar and Giraldo have created two multi-platinum, five platinum and three gold albums, as well as 19 Top 40 hits. They have sold over 36 million records worldwide and have won an unprecedented four consecutive GRAMMY® awards.

They have also been feted with three American Music Awards, a People’s Choice Award, a 2008 induction into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame, and most recently have become Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees.

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PLAINS TWP. — The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board on Wednesday approved three consent agreements presented by the Board’s Office of Enforcement Counsel during its public meeting regarding violations that occurred at casinos.

Total fines levied were $67,500.

The approved consent agreements were the result of negotiations between OEC and:

• Downs Racing, L.P., operator of Mohegan Pennsylvania, a $50,000 fine for allowing individuals under the age of 21 to gain access to the gaming floor. In the first incident, the individual gained access multiple times to gamble. In the other incident, the individual gained access and was provided alcohol.

• Holdings Acquisition, L.P., operator of Rivers Casino Pittsburgh, a $10,000 fine for allowing an individual under the age of 21 to gain access to the gaming floor and gamble.

• Sugarhouse HSP Gaming, L.P., operator of Rivers Casino Philadelphia, a $7,500 fine for allowing an untrained employee to deal roulette.

Copies of the approved consent agreements offering more details on these matters are available upon request through the Board’s Office of Communications.

The Board also acted on petitions filed by OEC to ban seven adults from all casinos in the Commonwealth for leaving a total of nine minors unattended in order to engage in gaming activities:

• A male and female were placed on the Involuntary Exclusion List after leaving a 9-year-old child unattended in a hotel room numerous times at Mt. Airy Casino Resort for a total of 7 hours 48 minutes over a 2-½ day period in order to gamble.

• A male patron was placed on the Involuntary Exclusion List after leaving a 5-year-old child unattended in a vehicle in the parking garage of Rivers Casino Philadelphia for 35 minutes while he gambled in the sportsbook.

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A pair of the WNBA’s top players will be on show when DeWanna Bonner (18.3 points per game, 11th in league) and the Connecticut Sun (15-6) welcome in Rhyne Howard (18.7, 10th) and the Atlanta Dream (12-8) on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 11:30 AM ET on NBA TV, NBCS-BOS, and BSSE.

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Sun vs. Dream Game Info

• Game Day: Thursday, July 20, 2023
• Game Time: 11:30 AM ET
• TV: NBA TV
• Arena: Mohegan Sun Arena
• Live Stream: Watch on Fubo!

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Key Stats for Sun vs. Dream

• Connecticut records 83.9 points per game, just 1.8 fewer points than the 85.7 Atlanta gives up.
• Connecticut is shooting 44.7% from the field this season, 2.0 percentage points higher than the 42.7% Atlanta allows to opponents.
• The Sun have a 12-2 straight-up record in games they shoot better than 42.7% from the field.
• Connecticut is making 36.5% of its three-point shots this season, 3.9% higher than the 32.6% Atlanta allows opponents to shoot from deep.
• The Sun are 8-3 when they shoot better than 32.6% from distance.
• Connecticut and Atlanta rebound at about the same rate, with Connecticut averaging 3.3 fewer rebounds per game.

Sun Recent Performance

• The Sun have been putting up 85.3 points per contest in their last 10 times on the court, an average that’s a little higher than the 83.9 they’ve scored over the course of the 2023 campaign.
• Connecticut’s defense has been tough as of late, as the team has allowed 78.5 points…

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