CHESTER, W.Va.—MTR Gaming Group Inc. is reporting a first-quarter loss of $3.2 million, or 11 cents per share, but that's an improvement over last year.

In the same period during 2011, the Chester-based company lost $5.1 million, or 19 cents per share.

President Jeffrey Dahl says it's the second straight quarter for revenue growth, mainly due to marketing efforts, economic conditions and favorable weather.

Net revenues totaled $108 million, up 10 percent over last year.

Revenues at Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack & Resort were up 15 percent to $59 million. Slot revenues jumped about $7 million, while table game revenues were flat.

Revenues at Presque Isle Downs & Casino in Erie, Pa., were up 4 percent to $49 million. Table game revenues jumped about $800,000 year-to-year. Slot revenue was up $1.3 million.