Hollywood Casino Toledo Grand Opening

The Hollywood Casino Toledo opened to the public Tuesday, May 29, 2012. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was held about 11 a.m. Hollywood star and Toledo native Jamie Farr was one of 10,000 who packed into the casino on its first day. CLICK ANY IMAGE TO VIEW FULL PHOTO, START SLIDE SHOW.

Enlarge | Buy This Photo A patron watches the action at the opening of the Hollywood Casino Toledo, Tuesday, May 29, 2012. The Blade/Andy Morrison THE BLADE/ANDY MORRISON

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Enlarge | Buy This Photo Toledo Mayor Michael Bell and his niece Shayla Bell pose for a photo near the ribbon-cutting ceremony. THE BLADE/AMY E. VOIGT

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Enlarge | Buy This Photo Emcee Jaime Farr welcomes guests to the ceremony. THE BLADE/AMY E. VOIGT

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Enlarge | Buy This Photo Security's Rick Glasson finally removes the barrier to allow patrons to enter the parking garage. THE BLADE/LORI KING

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