The Native American operation, Ho-Chunk Incorporated, has launched a new division to manage and operate the expansion of casino gaming at three existing horse racing tracks in Nebraska. Ho-Chunk CEO Lance Morgan says each of those facilities will be in the $200 million cost range and compete with … [Read more...]
Transparent scratch ticket now offered by the Iowa Lottery
The Iowa Lottery has introduced a new scratch ticket that spokesperson, Mary Neubauer, says is unlike anything they've done before. "It's a scratch ticket -- but it is transparent, it's see-through, you can see through the ticket," Neubauer says."It's a concept that a few other lotteries around … [Read more...]
Tonight is the first drawing for two large lotto jackpots
Sales of the Powerball and Mega Millions lotto tickets have slowed considerably during the pandemic -- but jackpots for both are now above $400 million. Iowa Lottery spokesperson Mary Neubauer says ticket sales for both will likely be up now that they have passed that mark. "It's only the third … [Read more...]
Senate GOP leader says casino taxes a 2021 discussion
The top Republican in the Iowa Senate says the 2021 Iowa legislature may debate tax changes for the 19 state-licensed casinos. It's not a sure bet at this point, but Senate Majority Leader Jack Whitver of Ankeny said legislators have begun discussing options. "That's an industry that has been … [Read more...]
Lottery sales continue ahead of projections
The head of the Iowa Lottery says sales continue to remain strong despite COVID restrictions in place in the state. CEO Matt Strawn gave a report to the Lottery Board during their meeting Tuesday. "Through the first four months or first third of fiscal year 2021 -- which comprises July through … [Read more...]
Monday is deadline for $100,000 unclaimed lottery ticket
An Iowa Lottery ticket with a six-figure prize will expire Monday unless the owner comes forward to collect. Iowa Lottery spokesperson Mary Neubauer says the Powerball ticket had four numbers and a multiplier that makes it worth $100,000. "We're never sure -- did someone only check the ticket … [Read more...]
Burlington, Larchwood casinos fined for self ban violations
Two sports betting companies have agreed to penalties from state regulators for violations involving the self-ban gambling rules. Racing and Gaming administrator, Brian Ohorilko, says Points Bet Iowa agreed to a penalty of $5,000. The company is the partner for the Catfish Bend Casino in … [Read more...]
Sports betting company, two casinos fined by state gambling regulators
An online sports gambling company and two casinos have been fined by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission for violations. Racing and Gaming Commission administrator Brian Ohorilko says DraftKings was fined for a late download of new self-ban list information. He says an audit by the commission … [Read more...]
Council Bluffs area casinos get approval for online sports betting
The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission approved four agreements for online sports gambling for properties in Council Bluffs. Racing and Gaming administrator, Brian Ohorilko, says it will be a new option in the area. "Up until this point, there has not been an online wagering option in the Council … [Read more...]
Iowa sports betting sets a record in September
The coronavirus pandemic has slowed the state's traditional gambling industry -- but it has been a boom time in the past few months for the burgeoning sports betting side. Iowa Racing and Gaming Administrator, Brian Ohorilko, says the amount of money bet on sports or "handle" shot up last month. … [Read more...]