Adam Hensley, Author at PlayIA

Grand Falls Casino in Iowa to help support the Lyon County Courthouse

Iowa’s Grand Falls Casino Donation Will Help Lyon County Courthouse

A grant from Iowa's Grand Falls Casino and the Lyon County Riverboat Foundation should help the Lyon County Courthouse with its needs.

Posted on: September 20, 2022 | | Adam Hensley

Sports betting handle in Iowa broke a consecutive decline in August

Iowa Sports Betting Handle Is Rising After A 4-Month Decline

After four straight months of a decline in sports betting handle, the IRGC's latest report showed an uptick to $122.6 million in August.

Posted on: September 16, 2022 | | Adam Hensley

New Iowa sportsbook, ClutchBet launches in time for 2022 NFL season

New ClutchBet Sportsbook Drops In Iowa, Joins 17 Others

BlueBet, based out of Australia, recently received a license to operate ClutchBet sportsbook in Iowa, just in time for the NFL season.

Posted on: September 13, 2022 | | Adam Hensley

Churchill Downs officially owns Sioux City Hard Rock Casino per IRGC

It’s Official: Churchill Downs Now Owns Iowa’s Hard Rock Casino

The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission approved Churchill Downs' purchase of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Sioux City, Iowa.

Posted on: September 5, 2022 | | Adam Hensley

sportsbook in Iowa penalized for accepting credit cards

IRGC Fines Iowa Sportsbook $60k For Illegal Credit Card Use

American Wagering Inc., a subsidiary of Caesars Entertainment, was fined for allowing Iowa sportsbook customers to bet with credit cards.

Posted on: September 1, 2022 | | Adam Hensley

Iowa Speedway Hosts 2022 Hy-Vee Indycar Weekend In Newton

If you’re a racing fan in the Midwest, chances are you’ve attended an event at the Iowa Speedway. The 7/8 mile paved track in Newton, Iowa, has offered a variety of events over the years, but this weekend, the IndyCar Series returns. The Hy-Vee Indycar Race Weekend features the Hy-VeeDeals.com 250 Presented by Doordash and […]

Posted on: July 18, 2022 | | Adam Hensley

Iowa Casinos Offer Fireworks Displays, Promotions For The Fourth Of July 2022

Independence Day is officially one week away. And, Iowa casinos are offering plenty of entertainment options for the Fourth of July 2022. Two casinos in Iowa are offering fireworks displays to celebrate the holiday. Other casinos across the state are offering special deals and live music. Here’s a look at the casinos across Iowa offering […]

Posted on: June 27, 2022 | | Adam Hensley

Casinos Are Coming To Omaha And Lincoln, Nebraska. How Will They Affect Iowa’s Gambling Industry?

For those living in Omaha or Lincoln, Nebraska, the only way to legally gamble at casinos has been to travel across the border and head to Iowa properties in Council Bluffs. Take the College World Series, for example. This weekend, fans from across the country will travel to Omaha for a chance to watch their […]

Posted on: June 16, 2022 | | Adam Hensley

2022 Belmont Stakes Odds Favor Horses We The People, Mo Donegal, Rich Strike

The 2022 Belmont Stakes has arrived. The third and final leg of the Triple Crown kicks off Saturday in Elmont, NY, and if the early odds are any indication, an exciting race is in store. We The People leads the pack, boasting 2-1 odds in the No. 1 position. Mo Donegal follows at 5-2, Kentucky […]

Posted on: June 8, 2022 | | Adam Hensley

2022 NBA Finals Betting Odds Favor The Golden State Warriors Early Against The Boston Celtics

This 2022 NBA Finals matchup wasn’t fathomable a few months ago. Boston sat at 18-19 heading into January. Meanwhile, Golden State struggled down the stretch, going 12-16 to close out the regular season. But here we are. The Celtics and Warriors square off in the 2022 NBA Finals, with Game One set to tip off […]

Posted on: June 1, 2022 | | Adam Hensley