1979 stories by Steve Bittenbender
West Virginia, Mea Culpa: Lottery Director Issues Apology for Political Betting Snafu
A day ago, it seemed like a new era was beginning in US sports betting, as FanDuel announced West Virginia had allowed it and other sportsbooks to offer wagering on the 2020 presidential election. Less than 24 hours later, though, that all...
State Gaming Regulations Force Nevada Independent to Fold Online Poker Tourney Fundraiser Plans
A news site in Nevada thought it had a creative way to raise funds for its organization, especially during the coronavirus outbreak. Unfortunately, concerns about the state gaming regulations will keep them from moving forward for now. Jon Ralston, editor of The...
California Tribal Casino Closed By COVID-19 Reported As Site for UFC 249
Dana White has found his location for UFC 249. As initially reported by independent MMA reporter Jeff Sherwood, a tribal casino in central California will host the highly anticipated April 18 event the ultimate fighting impresario seeks to stage. The Tachi Palace...
Colorado Commission Approves Century Casinos, Circa, and GeoComply for Sports Betting Licenses
Even with little on the horizon for sports in the US, sports betting took another step forward in Colorado Thursday when the state’s Limited Gaming Control Commission awarded licenses to several applicants at special called meeting. Sports betting, which Colorado voters approved...
American Gaming Association Wants Casinos Eligible For SBA COVID-19 Loan Program
The American Gaming Association (AGA), which lobbies on behalf of US casinos, is calling on the federal government to make some changes to a small business loan program approved last month that was a key part of the $2 trillion COVID-19 relief...
2020 British Open Uncertain as Outbreak Threatens Golf Major
Could the British Open, golf’s most prestigious tournament, be next on the list of coronavirus cancellations? According to one published report, it will be. But another states it could be moved to the week before the Ryder Cup. Golf Digest is reporting...
Caesars Furloughs 90 Percent of Workers Indefinitely Due to COVID-19 Crisis, IGT Move Impacts 2,300
Caesars Entertainment announced Thursday evening a broad-based furlough program caused by the coronavirus pandemic that will affect nearly all of the employees at its 36 US venues, as well as its administrative offices. It comes as government officials across the country have...
‘Unhappy Opening Day’ in Kentucky Makes Live Horse Racing Future Unsure
Thursday was supposed to be the start of Keeneland’s spring horse racing meet in Lexington, Ky., a holiday for some in this thoroughbred-crazy state. Instead, the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC) held a virtual meeting to discuss future racing dates, as the...
DC Lottery Names Its Sports Betting App GambetDC, Moves Next To Develop iLottery
This week was supposed to be a big week for sports in the nation’s capital. The Washington Nationals would have just started their season, eager to defend their World Series title. The Washington Capitals would have been winding up its NHL regular...
Horse Racing Continues In Florida After Governor’s Stay-Home Order
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a stay-at-home order for residents, as the Sunshine State tries to combat the spread of the novel coronavirus. One business, though, that won’t be affected by the Florida Republican's order is the horse racing industry. Representatives from...
