Derek Helling, Author at Play Iowa

Doubling Up: June Sports Betting Handle In Iowa Nearly Twice Previous Month’s

Iowa June sports betting handle is on the rise from May, which is good news for stakeholders as the industry continues to navigate uncertain times. Read More

Posted on: July 10, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Nebraska Gaming Moves Toward Legalization; Could Sportsbooks Be Next?

Nebraska gambling supporters say they have collected enough signatures for petition drives that would legalize brick-and-mortar casinos in the state. Read More

Posted on: July 7, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Deadline Approaching For Nebraska Group’s Casino Ballot Petition

If a petition drive nets at least 130,000 signatures from registered voters by Thursday, Nebraska casinos will be the subject of a ballot measure this fall. Read More

Posted on: June 30, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Deadwood Casinos Still Pushing For Legal Sports Betting In South Dakota

The push for legal South Dakota sports betting is on despite the COVID-19 pandemic, with the fate of expansion in Deadwood in voters' hands this November. Read More

Posted on: June 23, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Iowa Sports Betting Handle A Shadow Of Its Former Self

Compared to April, May sports betting handle in Iowa is a huge increase. However, that's a pretty low bar for the month to clear. Read More

Posted on: June 15, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Esports Betting Prospects Powered Down In Iowa After Commission Ruling

Esports betting is a no-go for now after the Iowa Racing & Gaming Commission refused the Iowa Gaming Association's request on Thursday morning. Read More

Posted on: June 12, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Prairie Meadows to offer horse racing again soon

The Flag Is Raised: Prairie Meadows Racetrack Starts Racing June 19

Iowa horse racing returns to Prairie Meadows with action resuming on June 19. Horse betting fans should be prepared for some enhanced safety protocols. Read More

Posted on: June 4, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Reynolds Offers Casino Reopening Date, But Little Direction

Gov. Kim Reynolds has given the green light for Iowa casinos to reopen their doors to the public on June 1 but at 50% capacity. Read More

Posted on: May 27, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Where Do My Gambling Tax Dollars Go When I Bet On Sports In Iowa?

Iowa has one of the lowest sports betting tax rates on handle in the country. Read More

Posted on: May 21, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Iowa’s Online Sportsbooks May Take Action On Bundesliga Matches Very Soon

Iowa already allows wagering on Bundesliga matches, extending to futures, parlays and team props. Read More

Posted on: May 8, 2020 | | Derek Helling