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Floyd County Man Wins $14K with Iowa Lottery Scratcher

A Floyd County man has won an Iowa Lottery prize of more than $14000. Thomas Chambers of Rockford won the Jumbo Bucks Progressive InstaPlay jackpot prize after he purchased his winning ticket at Casey's in Nora Springs. Chambers claimed his prize December 8th at the lottery's Mason City regional office. The Jumbo Bucks Progressive jackpot starts at…

Winnings ・ 27 December 2023

Kearney Hub

Nebraska's casinos appear to put a dent in Iowa casino revenue

The launch of state-sanctioned casino gambling in Nebraska appears to be taking a bite out of revenue at two big Council Bluffs casinos, according to the state of Iowa. Revenue is down this year at Ameristar and Horseshoe casinos, two of Iowa's top-grossing casinos, state records show. The American Gaming Association noted this dip in a report on…

Finance ・ 05 December 2023

ATS

Iowa Casino No Deposit Bonuses & Free-Play Promotions in 2023

Looking for the best no-deposit bonuses at Iowa online casinos? Then, you've come to the right place! Continue reading as we explore the top no-deposit casinos and free play promotions in the Hawkeye State, helping you find a way to enjoy all your favorite slots and classic table games without risking a dime! A perfect day at the iconic "Field of…

Bonuses ・ 25 October 2023

KCCI

KCCI Investigates: Problem gamblers slipping through state program, still spending money in Iowa

THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE IN IOWA HAVE TOLD THE GAMING COMMISSION THEY SHOULD NOT BE AT A CASINO OR GAMBLE AT ALL. THE PROGRAM IS SUPPOSED TO STOP THEM FROM BEING ABLE TO PULL A SLOT MACHINE OR ROLL THE DICE. ANYONE SIGNED UP FOR THE VOLUNTARY SELF-EXCLUSION PROGRAM COULD BE CHARGED WITH TRESPASSING IF THEY'RE CAUGHT. THAT'S IF THEY'RE CAUGHT. WE FOUND…

Gambling Addiction ・ 05 August 2022

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Radio Iowa

Iowa Gaming Association CEO doesn't expect 2022 debate of online casinos

A representative of the 19 state-licensed casinos in Iowa says lawmakers may debate legalizing online casino gambling, but no during the 2022 legislative session. Six other states - Connecticut, Delaware, New Jersey, Michigan, Pennsylvania, West Virginia - have already authorized online casinos. Iowa Gaming Association president and CEO Wes Ehrecke…

Industry ・ 13 December 2021

95.1 The Bull

Charles City Man Among North Iowans Winning Iowa Lottery Prizes in October

A Charles City man is one of three north Iowans to win large cash prizes with Iowa Lottery scratch games in October. Kerry Ensign won $30000 in the Iowa Lottery's "Win Big" scratch game after purchasing his winning ticket at Stop-N-Shop in Marble Rock. "Win Big" is a $30 scratch game that features eight top prizes of $300000 and 42 prizes of…

Lottery ・ 05 November 2021

Iowa Public Radio

Linn County will vote on a gambling referendum Tuesday. The outcome could have impacts statewide

Linn County residents once again have the chance to weigh in on whether gambling should be allowed in the community. The referendum on the ballot Tuesday could have implications for communities across the state that rely on revenues from existing casinos. The gambling industry has grown significantly in Iowa since lawmakers opened the door for…

Law ・ 01 November 2021

The Gazette

Iowa’s gambling flood gates opened 50 years ago

In the April 12, 1972, edition of The Gazette, Iowa Solicitor General Harold Haesemeyer predicted the Legislature's decision that year to scrap a constitutional provision banning lotteries in Iowa would not open the flood gates to legalized gambling. "The only real effect is that the Legislature will have some flexibility in legislating on…

Religion ・ 24 September 2021

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The Gazette

Another Linn County gambling vote, but gaming has changed

Given all the talk this week about a Linn County gambling referendum this fall, I tried this past week to get in touch with Jonathan Swain. He's president of Peninsula Pacific Entertainment, the casino company leading a group of investors that holds all the cards when it comes to the possibility of a casino, someday, in Cedar Rapids. The Cedar…

Gaming Authorities ・ 16 May 2021