Russ Mitchell, Author at PlayIA

BetMGM, DraftKings Show ‘Strong Interest’ As Deadwood Sets Stage For Sports Betting

The SD Commission on Gaming held its first hearing to establish sports betting in Deadwood. BetMGM and DraftKings show interest.

Posted on: May 25, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Is The Casino Axe Customer Guilty? A Jury May Take A Whack At It

Jeromy Lee Anderson of East Moline, IL, says he's not guilty, but prosecutors may have an axe to grind. His trial is set for June 14.

Posted on: May 24, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Speck Of Gold In The Sports Betting Rush: Golden Nugget Wants To Stake Claim In IA

Golden Nugget Sportsbook could be coming to Iowa in 2022, according to a recent earnings call, and partnering with a Wild Rose casino.

Posted on: May 24, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Nebraska Sports Betting Bill — Sans In-State Team And Mobile Betting — Heads To Governor’s Desk

Sports betting is part of the casino expansion legislation en route to Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts. He now has five days to sign or veto LB561 — the Nebraska Racetrack Gaming Act. Legal Nebraska betting is currently limited to racetrack wagers and paper betting slips at keno parlors. Now the state is a governor’s signature […]

Posted on: May 21, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Circa Sports, Barstool, Unibet And More: Major Sportsbooks Coming To Iowa In Droves

Sportsbooks continue to line up to join Iowa's sports betting market, including Barstool, Circa Sports, Unibet and Fox Bet.

Posted on: May 21, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

NBA Playoffs Odds Preview: Will Pacers Be Working For The Weekend?

The Pacers hope to keep their NBA Playoffs hopes alive. They travel Thursday to Washington. The winner will get the No. 8 seed in the East.

Posted on: May 20, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

PGA Championship Odds Preview: Iowa Sportsbooks Take Swing At Golf Favorites

The world's best golfers will be challenged by the longest course in PGA Championship history. The Ocean Course at Kiawah is the host.

Posted on: May 19, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Arenas, Sportsbooks Come Alive As NBA Playoffs Begin

The Pacers get first tip of the NBA Playoffs. The Bucks start the weekend against the Heat. Find the latest odds at Iowa sportsbooks here.

Posted on: May 18, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Stanley Cup Playoffs: Will Bettors Go Wild Or Have The Blues?

Whether Iowa bettors look north or look south, they have something to look forward to in the Stanley Cup playoffs. That’s the good news from product analyst Jason Sylva, who is watching the NHL for Betfred Sportsbook. The Minnesota Wild and St. Louis Blues both made the postseason. In fact, the teams could meet up […]

Posted on: May 17, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

FCS Odds Preview: Iowa-Fueled Jackrabbits Make National Championship Bid

Has it been a bizarre 14-month window due to the pandemic? Consider this: College football will decide a national champion a month-and-a-half after college basketball crowned its king. That’s great news for South Dakota State and the 12 Iowans on the Jackrabbit roster. The team from Brookings, SD, faces Sam Houston State for FCS title. The […]

Posted on: May 13, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Russ Mitchell

Posts by Russ Mitchell:

BetMGM, DraftKings Show ‘Strong Interest’ As Deadwood Sets Stage For Sports Betting

Is The Casino Axe Customer Guilty? A Jury May Take A Whack At It

Speck Of Gold In The Sports Betting Rush: Golden Nugget Wants To Stake Claim In IA

Nebraska Sports Betting Bill — Sans In-State Team And Mobile Betting — Heads To Governor’s Desk

Circa Sports, Barstool, Unibet And More: Major Sportsbooks Coming To Iowa In Droves

NBA Playoffs Odds Preview: Will Pacers Be Working For The Weekend?

PGA Championship Odds Preview: Iowa Sportsbooks Take Swing At Golf Favorites

Arenas, Sportsbooks Come Alive As NBA Playoffs Begin

Stanley Cup Playoffs: Will Bettors Go Wild Or Have The Blues?

FCS Odds Preview: Iowa-Fueled Jackrabbits Make National Championship Bid

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