KERN COUNTY, Calif. (KERO) — The Hard Rock Casino Tejon is putting the finishing touches on what officials call the largest private hospitality investment in Kern County history, with doors set to open to the public on November 13.

Construction crews are racing to complete the $600 million project ahead of schedule, according to Chris Kelley, president of Hard Rock Casino Tejon.

"We knew it was important to bring this project in ahead of schedule, ahead of the holidays, and that is exactly what we're going to do, and so in just a handful of weeks, we're going to light up this beautiful property. Couldn't be more excited," Kelley said.

The casino will feature a 150,000-square-foot gaming floor with more than 2,000 slot machines, over 50 live table games, and VIP rooms for blackjack and b

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