After reshaping Las Vegas, The Mirage to get Hard Rock makeover

LAS VEGAS, Nevada: The Mirage, a longtime staple of the Las Vegas Strip, is set for a transformation under new owners Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming, marking the end of an era for the iconic tropical-themed resort.

The final days have been a whirlwind of activity as crowds gathered to try their luck one last time before the doors closed on July 17. The hotel-casino, which opened in 1989 with attract