ALTON, Ill. — The Argosy Casino Alton will be closed for the second time this month due to rising flood waters.
The casino will close at 6 a.m. Friday, May 24. Earlier this month, the casino was closed from May 3 until May 16 due to flooding.
"The recent extensive rains combined with already elevated river levels continue to create flooding conditions on area roadways and limits access to our property. Our guests are encouraged to visit our other area mychoice properties - Hollywood St. Louis Casino & Hotel or River City Casino & Hotel." Steve Peate, Vice President and General Manager, said in a press release.