Iowa Online Gambling News and Sportsbook Launch Updates

Blackhawks, Wild Goals In Playoff Series Mean bonus bets For Iowa Bettors

The Minnesota Wild are set to face the Vancouver Canucks in the NHL playoffs and DraftKings has a special that pays a $5 bonus bet with each goal.

Posted on: July 28, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Iowans Can Get Back Into Swing Of MLB Betting With These Online Promos

MLB opening weekend has arrived and two of Iowa's online sportsbooks have multiple promos for bettors to enjoy along with their hardball.

Posted on: July 23, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Dustin Johnson A Favorite Entering PGA Tour’s 3M Open

Many golfers could surprise as the PGA Tour heads to the TPC Twin Cities on Thursday. Iowa golf betting fans will be sure to watch Dustin Johnson.

Posted on: July 22, 2020 | | Drew Ellis

Harrah’s, Horseshoe Council Bluffs Dip Toes Into Online Sports Betting Water

The first step to bringing Unibet's online sportsbook to Iowa is done, as the management company operating two Council Bluffs casinos secured approval.

Posted on: July 17, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Why The Cy-Hawk Game Cancellation Is Devastating News For Iowa Sportsbooks

The 2020 Cy-Hawk game cancellation means handle on college football for Iowa sportsbooks could be far less than expected, and even more uncertainty looms.

Posted on: July 15, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Betfred Launches Online Sportsbook At NW Iowa Casino

Betfred Sportsbook extends its partnership at Grand Falls Casino, launches mobile app in addition to the Betfred retail sportsbook located in Larchwood.

Posted on: July 14, 2020 | | Drew Ellis

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.

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.

Posted on: July 7, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Despite Pandemic, Iowa Lottery Surpasses Revenue Projections For Fiscal 2020

The fiscal year ended on June 30, and the state of Iowa reported an increase of lottery sales of $15.4 million, with proceeds growth of $6.3 million.

Posted on: July 6, 2020 | | Drew Ellis

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.

Posted on: June 30, 2020 | | Derek Helling