1 Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the world, according to the World Health Organization. 2  After cataracts, glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness among African Americans.
MGM Springfield has broken ground and is expected to open in 2018. This casino will be the new heart of the Springfield economy. Nearly 2,000 construction jobs are expected to open up as the casino is built. Read more about this exciting casino project.
MGM may delay casino opening until 2018. MGM Springfield has proposed a 25-story hotel that will be a part of its $800 million project in Springfield's South End. There are signs in the South End that a major construction project will soon begin. While there has been preliminary work done, so far no major demolition of key buildings has taken place.