Buddy Jewell to Headline Hurricane Katrina Benefit Concert

Boyd Gaming Corporation's Sam's Town Hotel and Gambling Hall, located in Tunica, Mississippi, has announced a special benefit concert THIS MONDAY featuring country music star Buddy Jewell to assist with relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

WHEN: Monday, September 12th at 8:00 p.m.

WHERE: The special charity event featuring the 2003 Nashville Star winner will be held in Sam's Town Casino's River Palace Entertainment Center in Tunica.

WHY: All proceeds from the concert will benefit the Central Mississippi Chapter of the American Red Cross with Sam's Town contributing an initial casino donation of $15,000 to the relief fund.

HOW: Radio station KIX 106 (WGKX-FM) in Memphis is spearheading the benefit concert. Tickets for this special concert started going on sale Friday, September 2nd for $10.00 plus service charges. Tickets will be available at all Ticketmaster outlets, phone centers (901-525-1515) and online at www.ticketmaster.com.

ALSO: We can set up an interview with Buddy Jewell and other interviews. We can also send follow-up information for post coverage if interested.

About Hurricane Katrina Relief for Boyd Gaming employees:

The Boyd Gaming employee assistance hotline is 800.491.0711 and information related to the recovery is also available on boydgaming.com.

About Boyd Gaming Corporation:

Headquartered in Las Vegas, Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) is a leading diversified owner and operator of 18 gaming entertainment properties, plus one under development, located in Nevada, New Jersey, Mississippi, Illinois, Indiana and Louisiana.