Derek Helling, Author at Play Iowa

No Changes On The Horizon As Iowa Lottery Renews Contract With Scientific Games

Lottery customers in Iowa should see no significant changes to their favorite Iowa-specific games over the next decade.

Posted on: April 9, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Help Is Still Available For Iowans With Compulsive Gambling Issues Despite Coronavirus Pandemic

The Iowa Department of Public Health and the National Council on Problem Gambling both provide resources for Iowans.

Posted on: April 8, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Why Can’t Iowa Sportsbooks Take Bets On The NFL Draft?

According to state law, player selection events like the NFL draft aren't sporting events you can wager on.

Posted on: April 3, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Iowa Casinos Might Exhaust Cash Reserves If Coronavirus Shutdown Endures

Boyd and Penn National are losing millions of dollars per day.

Posted on: March 25, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Kentucky Derby Postponement Likely Pushes Other Legs Of Triple Crown Back

"The Run for the Roses" has been pushed back to Labor Day weekend.

Posted on: March 19, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Casinos Closed In Iowa At Least Through The End Of March

Gov. Kim Reynolds has banned all gatherings of more than 10 people in the state.

Posted on: March 17, 2020 | | Derek Helling

South Dakotans May Not Have To Travel To Iowa To Place Legal Wagers For Much Longer

Legal sports betting in South Dakota is now in the hands of voters.

Posted on: March 6, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Two Iowa Sportsbooks Have Unique Prop Bets For Astros Games This Season

Several sportsbooks in Iowa are offering unique betting props on the Houston Astros.

Posted on: February 27, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Chiefs Help Iowa Sportsbooks Overcome Restrictive Regulations On Super Bowl Sunday

Having the Chiefs in the Super Bowl was a great thing for the Iowa sports betting handle.

Posted on: February 13, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Iowa Sportsbooks Are Highest On The Hawkeyes For March Madness 2020

March Madness futures are out and Iowa is a relative long-shot to reach the NCAA Final Four.

Posted on: February 12, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Derek Helling

Posts by Derek Helling:

No Changes On The Horizon As Iowa Lottery Renews Contract With Scientific Games

Help Is Still Available For Iowans With Compulsive Gambling Issues Despite Coronavirus Pandemic

Why Can’t Iowa Sportsbooks Take Bets On The NFL Draft?

Iowa Casinos Might Exhaust Cash Reserves If Coronavirus Shutdown Endures

Kentucky Derby Postponement Likely Pushes Other Legs Of Triple Crown Back

Casinos Closed In Iowa At Least Through The End Of March

South Dakotans May Not Have To Travel To Iowa To Place Legal Wagers For Much Longer

Two Iowa Sportsbooks Have Unique Prop Bets For Astros Games This Season

Chiefs Help Iowa Sportsbooks Overcome Restrictive Regulations On Super Bowl Sunday

Iowa Sportsbooks Are Highest On The Hawkeyes For March Madness 2020

Winning $1 Million Iowa Lottery Ticket Set To Expire, Second Time In Story County

How Responsible Gambling Can Be A Part Of Online Casinos In Iowa

Big 10 Hires U.S. Integrity To Provide Gambling Education

Iowa Casinos Plan Special Offers And Events For Labor Day Weekend

Iowa Casinos Continue To Grow Game Inventory