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Iowa and Nebraska offer voluntary self-exclusion programs for problem gamblers

Iowa And Nebraska Self-Exclusion Gambling Lists Explained

Despite both states at different points in their gambling history, Nebraska and Iowa have self-exclusion programs for gamblers seeking help.

Posted on: September 29, 2022 | | Adam Hensley

Nebraska opens it's first casino in Lincoln

Nebraska’s First Casino Is Open For Business

WarHorse Gaming Lincoln, the first casino in Nebraska, opened on Sept. 24. at the Lincoln Race Course Thoroughbred track.

Posted on: September 27, 2022 | | Adam Hensley

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

Iowa horse betting at Prairie Meadows in the spotlight after horse tests positive for meth

That’s Methed Up! Racehorse Tested Positive For Meth In Iowa

Racehorse Drag Malibu tested positive for meth after a race at Prairie Meadows Casino in Iowa on May 29. This was a first for the IRGC.

Posted on: September 9, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

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 casinos mandated charitable contributions aid local charities

Iowa Casino’s Charitable Donations Go A Long Way To Help Local Communities

Wild Rose Casino & Hotel recently donated $5,000 to a local food bank. The donation comes at a time when food insecurity is high in Iowa.

Posted on: August 26, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

Iowa's Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program could be tracked better

If You Breach Iowa’s Self-Exclusion Program You Could Be Criminally Charged

Iowa’s Self-Exclusion Program should help addicted gamblers stay away. But some members violate it, which could result in criminal charges.

Posted on: August 22, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

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Iowa And Nebraska Self-Exclusion Gambling Lists Explained

Nebraska’s First Casino Is Open For Business

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

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

New ClutchBet Sportsbook Drops In Iowa, Joins 17 Others

That’s Methed Up! Racehorse Tested Positive For Meth In Iowa

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

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

Iowa Casino’s Charitable Donations Go A Long Way To Help Local Communities

If You Breach Iowa’s Self-Exclusion Program You Could Be Criminally Charged

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