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The Powerball jackpot is set to top $1 billion as Saturday night's drawing failed to produce a winner. If there is a winner, Monday's estimated $1.04 billion dollar prize would be the fourth-highest ever and it wouldn't have to climb much farther to reach the top three. While there was no big winner, there are some people across the country who…

The new Powerball jackpot has skyrocketed from $960 million to $1.04 billion. The fourth-largest Powerball jackpot in history failed to produce the six winning numbers in last night's drawing. To claim the jackpot Saturday, a ticket had to match the five numbers - 19, 30, 37, 44, 46 - as well as the Powerball number 22. The Power Play was 2X. The…

JACKSON COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) - Chad Lequire, of Whittier, said he plans to buy a home for his family after a $10 Fast Play ticket won him a $827330 jackpot on Wednesday, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. "I still can't believe it right now to be honest with you," Lequire said. He bought his winning Big Bucks Bingo ticket early…

Gambling in the US has a long and rich history of controversies and changes. Up until 2018, any form of online gambling was illegal. In 2018, lawmakers retracted PASPA and sports betting was legal again. However, several federal laws are still in place. The most prevalent is the UIGEA, banning financial institutions from allowing gambling…

I have always enjoyed making a wager, be it on the golf course, which requires a short walk, through Draft Kings, which can be done on my Android, or at a casino, which historically has always required boarding an airplane. I do not gamble with the foolish notion I will get rich quickly. That explains why I have less than $50 invested in the…

Sept. 28 (UPI) -- A North Carolina man said following his "normal routine" led to his winning a lottery jackpot worth $827330. Chad Lequire of Whittier told North Carolina Education Lottery officials he bought his ticket for the Big Bucks Bingo Fast Play lottery game at PJ's Food Mart on Asheville Highway in Sylva. "It was just part of my normal…

North Carolina man's'normal routine' ends with him winning more than $500000 A North Carolina man's normal routine ended with him winning more than $500000 with one North Carolina Education Lottery ticket. Lottery officials say Chad Lequire, of Whittier, bought his lucky Big Bucks Bingo ticket early Wednesday morning from PJ's Fast Food Mart on…

by: Jonathan LaRowe, NC Education Lottery RALEIGH, N.C. - The Powerball jackpot just jumped into the top 5 in the game's history as it checks in at $785 million for Monday's drawing. A winner tonight could claim the prize as a $785 million annuity or $367 million in cash. Monday's $785 million jackpot stands at No. 4 on the list of largest…

The proposed budget bill defines "casino-style game" as any game traditionally offered in a casino, including slots, roulette, and poker. The bill does not make provisions for launching online casino gaming through private operators. Changes in how mobile sports betting licenses are issued could require operators to have agreements with…

A proposal to expand legal gambling in North Carolina got dropped from the state budget in last-minute negotiations. WFAE's Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind" commentary, says it might just delay the inevitable. There's an old joke I won't tell here because one, this is public radio and we have standards, and two, most of y'all have heard it…

The Fed interest rate decision and Chair Jerome Powell's comments on Wednesday caused a change in the market narrative and shifted the character of the price action. The bulls have been very optimistic that the Fed is near the end of its hiking campaign, which would be the catalyst for sustained market upside. The Fed is nearly done hiking, but…

SILER CITY - Undercover operations by the Chatham County Sheriff's Office has resulted in nine arrests which include 36 felony and 39 misdemeanor charges. The operations focused on illegal gambling and gaming activities at various locations in Chatham County. Over several months, law enforcement targeted video gambling machines that were found to…

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Get your tickets ready! The 10th largest jackpot drawing in Powerball history is happening Wednesday night. The winner could claim the jackpot as an annuity or $320.5 million in cash. "Powerball is known as a game that offers life-changing prizes and we have seen that more than ever in 2023," said Mark Michalko,…

A proposal to develop casinos on non-tribal land in rural parts of North Carolina won't be part of the state budget and likely won't get a vote as a standalone measure either, top Republican lawmakers announced Tuesday night. "I do not see us voting on those at any point in the coming weeks," Senate leader Phil Berger said. While the proposal…

HERE ARE SOME OF TODAY'S TOP NEWS STORIES THAT WE ARE FOLLOWING HERE. AT 924, CREWS IN DAVIDSON COUNTY ARE WORKING TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF AN EXPLOSION. THIS HAPPENED AT THE JT RUSSELL AD SONS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY YESTERDAY AFTERNOON. DENTON POLICE SAY NO ONE WAS INSIDE THE BUILDING AT THE TIME. NO INJURIES REPORTED. NEIGHBORS DESCRIBE, THOUGH,…

A Chatham County Sheriff's Office investigation found 17 businesses violated state laws related to illegal gambling. The investigation into 51 businesses spanned several months and involved undercover operations. The sheriff's office found 17 businesses in violation of state law, including possession of illegal gaming equipment, promotion of…

The advancement in technology has had an historic impact on gambling worldwide, pioneering a new virtual world of entertainment like never before. Millions of people from all corners of the planet are shifting to the new craze of online casino entertainment because of the value they find in it. Gamblers or igamers (as they are referred to) can now…

RALEIGH, N.C. - Creedmoor resident Kendrick Woods stopped cooking breakfast Saturday morning to check his Cash 5 tickets and he uncovered a $100000 treat waiting for him. "Something just came into my mind saying, 'Check your Cash 5,'" Woods recalled. "I was in the middle of cooking some sausages." He pulled up the numbers from Friday's drawing and…

As the North Carolina legislature looks to expand the availability of regulated gaming options - which could include new casinos, video lottery terminals, and digital versions of casino-style games - they must first ensure that NC's gaming regulator is fit for purpose and truly independent. There are many compelling reasons why North Carolina is…

WAKE COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) - Eleas Ottley, of Wake Forest, bought a $2 Fast Play ticket Sunday morning and won a $120706 jackpot, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. Ottley bought her winning 10X The Cash ticket from Hasty Mart on South Bickett Boulevard in Louisburg. At the time of her purchase, the jackpot stood at $603530. Since she…

The North Carolina legislature, with Republican supermajorities, has failed to come up with a new state budget, because Senate Leader Phil Berger, among others, wants casinos included in it. It has been reported that Senate and House leaders are proposing casinos to be developed in Anson, Nash, and Rockingham counties. I don't know about you, but I…

Can the Rocky Mount Telegram clarify whether it is legal to have a casino on land in North Carolina that is not on Indian reservations? I realize we are all putting in our opinions whether or not to build a casino in Nash County. (I am opposed to it.) However, I have not seen that North Carolina has legalized casino gambling. I see that online…

Two years ago, voters in Virginia's capital city narrowly rejected a referendum that would have opened the door for a proposed casino. Now, the developers behind a retooled project are hoping to change their minds. Richmond officials have opted to bring the matter back to the ballot this fall for a second shot, and backers of the project held a…

The Roanoke Rapids Planning Board and city council this evening put the city in the consideration for a casino in the Carolina Crossroads Music and Entertainment District by approving a land use amendment that would allow gambling in the district. City Manager Kelly Traynham wrote in a memo to both panels that the North Carolina General Assembly…

Rep. Jason Saine, who spearheaded mobile sports betting legalization efforts in North Carolina earlier this year, in the Charlotte Observer supporting potential iGaming legalization in the Tar Heel State. "My fellow lawmakers continue to debate what gaming expansion looks like, but limiting this discussion to just brick-and-mortar casinos is a lot…

The North Carolina General Assembly seems to be on pace to finalize a long-delayed state budget next week, but there's no certainty yet whether that spending plan will include a massive expansion of legal gambling. House Republicans met behind closed doors for more than three hours Tuesday in part to go over proposals to legalize four new…

Much of the news emanating from North Carolina this last year revolved around online sports betting. But a recent draft casino bill circulating among legislators in the Tar Heel state has gained some support. The bill has the potential to disrupt fledgling casino developments in Virginia, especially Caesars Virginia in Danville. It also potentially…

Veteran campaign finance watchdog Bob Hall, the former longtime executive director of the group Democracy North Carolina who helped expose former Democratic House Speaker Jim Black's corruption in the early 2000's, is out with another damning bit of research. In a press release distributed this morning, Hall called attention to the fact that North…

How to Play Slots at Harrah's Cherokee Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort is a premier destination for slot machine enthusiasts. With over 1000 slot games available, players are sure to find their favorite games and have an unforgettable gaming experience. If you are new to playing slots or want to improve your strategy, here is a guide on how to play…

TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) - The Jackpot Solar Farm just south of Rogerson was put online in December 2022 but what kind of plans do they have for the future. The solar farm is operated by Duke Energy based out of Charlotte, North Carolina and the power generated is leased by Idaho Power in a 20-year agreement signed back in 2019. The power…

Senator Jim Perry from North Carolina recently stated that the state budget cannot include online casino now. WRAL, a Raleigh-based news station, indicated that online gaming's proponents want it to be considered if the legislature decided to expand gambling in its session. Even so, lawmakers allowed parimutuel and online sports betting a few…

RALEIGH, N.C. - Here we go again. The Powerball jackpot continues to grow as it now stands at $313 million for Wednesday's drawing. A winner Wednesday night could claim the jackpot as a $313 million annuity or $150.2 million in cash. "While we are all rooting for a jackpot winner in North Carolina tonight, we still see lots of other great prizes…

While there are plenty of tribal casinos for old-timey MN players, online gambling in Minnesota is growing more popular by the day. If you don't know where to start, we feature 10 of the best Minnesota online casinos that are armed with thousands of real money slots, table games and specialties, along with some juicy bonuses. You can take advantage…

Mobile sports betting is coming to North Carolina in 2024, and state lawmakers are in the process of discussing legal casino expansion. Could iCasino be next? "It's a natural fit and should be included in the conversation," Scott Ward, vice president of the Sports Betting Alliance, told WRAL. The alliance is a collaborative group advocating for…

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - In a year that's already seen a significant expansion of legalized gambling in North Carolina, state lawmakers are being pitched on the idea of online casinos. It comes as Republican leaders in the legislature continue their discussion of a proposal to legalize four more physical casinos in locations across the state that…

What Casinos Have Roll to Win Craps: A New Era of Craps Gaming Craps is one of the most popular casino games around the world, known for its fast-paced action and exciting atmosphere. With the introduction of new gaming technologies, casinos have constantly been innovating to enhance the player experience. One such innovation is the Roll to Win…

Before you ask'Should I play Gas station slots', let's take a quick look at exactly what they are. Gas station slot machines are just the newest in a rather long line of gambling devices that purport to be skill games or arcade machines. This includes the pinball machine, a notorious gambling device for most of the 20th century, not the benevolent…

Soon you'll be able bet on sporting event s and play instant lottery games from your phone in North Carolina. Why, then, shouldn't North Carolinians be able to digitally spin a roulette wheel, hit a blackjack or toss the dice in craps for real money on an iCasino app? That's the question that advocates for iCasino or iGaming are increasingly asking…

North Carolina lawmakers are considering a plan to allow up to four new casinos in rural areas of the state. They see a recently opened casino in Danville, Virginia - a few miles north of the state line - as an example of how gambling could help economically challenged communities. Caesars opened a temporary casino in Danville in May in a giant…

The Virginia Lottery announced Tuesday that the state's three operational retail casinos generated $57.3 million in adjusted gaming revenue in July, creating $10.3 million in tax revenue. Rivers Casino Portsmouth paced the state's casinos by generating $22.4 million in revenue in July, with $14.3 million coming from slots. The other $8.1 million…

Although the N.C. Supreme Court banned video sweepstakes machines in February 2022, some businesses in Robeson County continue to operate the illegal gambling devices. That ban includes video poker, which state guidelines consider to be a "game of chance." The Supreme Court ruled the gaming machines to be illegal forms of gambling. This ruling was…

The North Carolina Education Lottery Commission has voted to introduce digital instant games to the state later this year. These games, similar to digital scratch-off tickets, will be available online starting from November 15th. In addition to online instant games, North Carolina lawmakers have also approved online sports betting, which is…

A new form of online gambling is coming to North Carolina later this year. The North Carolina Education Lottery Commission voted Tuesday evening to offer digital instant games online beginning by Nov. 15. The commission likened the games to digital scratch-off tickets. North Carolina lawmakers approved online sports betting earlier this year. That…

Three months ago Tuesday, the doors to the Danville Casino opened, and they have not closed since. The 24/7 temporary facility opened May 15 ahead of the permanent casino resort's arrival next year. These initial months have been successful, according to Caesars and the city of Danville, in terms of visitation, hiring, revenue and collaboration.…

When Will the Casino in Kings Mountain Open? The anticipation for the opening of a new casino in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, has been steadily growing. The Catawba Indian Nation's Two Kings Casino Resort has been in the works for several years now, and residents and tourists alike are eagerly awaiting its grand opening. However, the exact date…

WILMINGTON, N.C. - Luck seems to run in the family for Wilmington resident Jose Cerro Ordonez after he won a $726439 Cash 5 jackpot on August 6. "My grandfather won a lottery jackpot twice while living in South America," he said. Ordonez said his mother has long believed that he inherited the lucky gene from his grandfather. "She used to always…

A lucky Mega Millions lottery ticket was sold Tuesday night at a Wilmington convenience store. According to a news release from the North Carolina Education Lottery, a $2 million winner was purchased at the Buy & Go in the Exxon gas station on North College Road in Wilmington. The winner - whose identity is not yet known - has 180 days from the…

It finally happened - someone drew the winning numbers for the record-breaking Mega Millions prize, with a jackpot of $1.58 billion. While the big winner purchased their ticket at a Publix in Florida, a North Carolina player will take home $2 million after matching the five numbers plus the megaplier. The ticket was sold at a gas station in…

Luck seems to keep running in the family of Jose Cerro Ordonez, a Wilmington resident who won a $726439 Cash 5 jackpot on Sunday night. He bought his $1 Quick Pick ticket for Sunday's drawing using Online Play, according to a news release from the North Carolina Education Lottery. Ordonez said he eventually stopped at some numbers that he liked…

Top North Carolina lawmakers say proposals to authorize up to four new casinos in the state and to legalize video gambling machines are being discussed. RALEIGH, N.C. - As many as four new casinos as well as video gambling machines could be authorized in North Carolina under proposals now being discussed by legislators, the top General Assembly…

Tonight is the night you could become a billionaire. Since there was no grand prize winner from Tuesday night's Mega Millions drawing, the jackpot climbed to an estimated $1.35 billion with a cash value of $659.5 million. No ticket won the grand prize in Wednesday's Powerball drawing, and so that jackpot increased to an estimated $124 million with…

No ticket won the grand prize in Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing, so the jackpot continues to rise, now worth an estimated $1.25 billion with a cash value of $625.3 million. The current jackpot is the fourth-largest prize in the lottery's history. The jackpot has continued to swell since the April 18 drawing when a ticket sold in New York won the…

As North Carolina legislators consider expanding casino gambling beyond those owned by American Indian tribes, the latest chapter in the years-long court battles over electronic sweepstakes in the state ended this week with a loss for gaming companies operating in Catawba County. The legislature has passed several laws since 2000 to limit - and…

What Is Illegal to Do While Playing a Game of Bingo in North Carolina? Bingo is a popular game played across the United States, offering excitement and the chance to win prizes. However, each state has its own set of regulations regarding the game to ensure fair play and prevent any potential illegal activities. In this article, we will focus on…

As gamblers in North Carolina patiently wait for online casinos to open, the Tar Heel State is ready to go through a gambling boon. In addition to North Carolina gambling laws changing to accommodate online gambling, up to four new land-based casinos are being planned in the state. Due to a new draft of proposed legislation in North Carolina, one…

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz One of the features on new NFL-themed slot…

As the Mega Millions jackpot continues to grow, so does the interest in taking chances at a lottery now worth over $1 billion. Sitting at an estimated $1.05 billion ahead of Tuesday night's drawing, the Mega Millions is tied for the fourth-largest jackpot in the lottery's history, according to officials. The largest Mega Millions jackpot ever was…

RALEIGH - Ehab Mayy of Charlotte tried his luck on a $1 Cash 5 ticket and won a $742366 jackpot. Mayy bought his Quick Pick ticket using Online Play. His numbers matched all five white balls in the July 7 drawing. He arrived at lottery headquarters Monday to collect his prize and, after required state and federal tax withholdings, took home…

Americans love to gamble. A record 50 million people placed a wager on this year's Super Bowl, spending $16 billion to gamble on the outcome of the big game, according to the American Gaming Association. The betting on the Super Bowl in 2023 represented a 61% increase from the previous year as online gambling platforms grow and proliferate, making…

SOCIAL casinos and sweepstakes casinos have been quietly changing the game in the US for the last decade or so. These sites let you play casino-style games online totally free, including slots, blackjack and roulette to name a few. Many sweepstakes casinos also offer the chance to redeem cash prizes. Best of all, they are available in almost every…

Triad woman wins $1 million in Mega Millions jackpot A Statesville woman took her chances at the Mega Millions jackpot as she saw it growing and ended up winning a $1 million prize, according to N.C. Lottery ALL RIGHT, MICHELLE, THANK YOU. AND THIS MONTH IS THE PLANET'S HOTTEST ON RECORD. AND RIGHT NOW, 150 MILLION PEOPLE IN THE US ARE UNDER HEAT…

Lynne Lepley of Statesville wanted a piece of the Mega Millions jackpot as it climbed higher and higher last week, and ended up landing on a $1 million prize. "It's a thrill!" she exclaimed as she claimed her prize Thursday at lottery headquarters in Raleigh. Lepley bought her $2 Mega Millions ticket through Online Play for the July 21 drawing. Her…

A jackpot winner has not been announced since April and the lottery's grand prize has ballooned to an estimated $910 million with a $464.2 million cash option. It is the fifth-largest prize in the lottery's history. The most recent North Carolina natives to take home the Mega Millions grand prize was the Jones Family from Greenville, North…

Danville leaders are not worried about the possibility of a casino coming to Rockingham County just across the border in North Carolina. In fact, such a prospect was inevitable, and that's why they chose such a well-known and iconic casino gaming provider for Danville, say city officials. Danville City Council members and other city leaders pursued…

Neely said she plans to give some money to her church, invest, and possibly take a trip with her husband. ROWAN COUNTY, N.C. - A Rowan County woman became emotional when her $10 Fast Play purchase turned into a $723755 jackpot. "I think I cried all the way home," Cynthia Neely of Gold Hill said. Neely bought her lucky Jackpot 7's ticket July 11…

Talk about a reversal of fortune. When Cynthia Neely of Gold Hill, North Carolina, checked her lottery tickets, she was disappointed to see she hadn't won. "When I got in the truck and saw my first ticket said the jackpot was back to $20000, I thought, 'Oh darn, somebody already won the jackpot,'" Neely said in a Monday news release from the N.C.…

A lucky lady from North Carolina managed to change her life entirely by spending only $10 on a "Jackpot 7's" Fast Play card, which rewarded her with an impressive $723755 win on July 11. When Cynthia Neely discovered she had won the full North Carolina Lottery Fast Play jackpot, she was filled with happiness and excitement. "I think I cried all the…

Plant a trillion trees. U.S. House Republicans offered that idea last week as their plan for addressing the global climate emergency. And it's hard to know whether to laugh or cry in response. Yes, planting more trees is always a fine idea, as deforestation is a big and deeply worrisome contributing factor to the world's environmental woes. And…

ST. LOUIS (AP) - Mega Millions has upped the ante by another $100 million. The lack of a jackpot winner in the lottery game's latest drawing on Friday night sent the top prize soaring to an estimated $820 million. The estimated $820 million in the next drawing on Tuesday night would only be distributed to a winner who chooses an annuity paid over…

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort. In this article, we will explore the intricate details and offerings of one of the most popular casino resorts in the United States. Whether you are a gaming enthusiast, a foodie, or someone in search of world-class entertainment, Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort has something to…

ST. LOUIS -- Mega Millions has upped the ante by another $100 million. The lack of a jackpot winner in the lottery game's latest drawing Friday night sent the top prize soaring to an estimated $820 million. The numbers drawn late Friday were: 29, 40, 47, 50, 57 and gold Mega Ball 25. No tickets were sold hitting all those numbers for the estimated…

RALEIGH, N.C. (WITN) - A great start to the weekend for players who bought two Mega Millions tickets in North Carolina worth $1 million each in Friday's drawing. One winner purchased their ticket at the Pikeville Mini Mart on South Goldsboro Street in Pikeville. The other winner purchased their ticket through Online Play. Both $2 tickets matched…

The Mega Millions jackpot sits just shy of the top 10 U.S. lottery prizes of all-time - a current lottery prize that took over the No. 5 slot all-time on the Mega Millions top 10 jackpot list after no one matched all six numbers Tuesday. Meanwhile, Powerball had a single winner for Wednesday's $1.08 billion drawing, with 39 other players claiming…

State House and Senate leaders are considering legalizing up to four new casinos across the state. Senate leader Phil Berger told reporters Thursday that Republicans are working on legislation that would allow for casinos in Nash, Rockingham and Anson counties, as well as one run by the Lumbee Tribe in southeastern North Carolina. Berger and House…

RALEIGH, N.C. -- As many as four new casinos as well as video gambling machines could be authorized in North Carolina under proposals now being discussed by legislators, the top General Assembly leaders said on Thursday. House Speaker Tim Moore and Senate leader Phil Berger told reporters separately about the ideas, which they said have yet to…

RALEIGH, N.C. (WRAL) - North Carolina would award a single business the right to develop three casinos across the state as part of a new $1.5 billion investment, according to a draft of proposed legislation obtained by WRAL News. Lawmakers haven't publicly released bill language, but they have discussed the broad strokes of the proposal. The draft…

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Residents here say they are worried about a move afoot in Raleigh to expand gaming in the rural county that comes at the same time an investor linked with casino development has requested commercial zoning of a large parcel of land along U.S. 220 near Madison in the Huntsville Township. N.C. Development Holdings Co., which has…

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Residents here say they are worried about a move afoot in Raleigh to expand gaming in the rural county that comes at the same time an investor linked with casino development has requested commercial zoning of a large parcel of land along U.S. 220 near Madison in the Huntsville Township. N.C. Development Holdings Co., which has…

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - As North Carolina lawmakers consider whether to legalize more casinos in the state, a developer appears to already have their eyes set on a site in Rockingham County. A company called "NC Development Holdings" has asked to rezone almost 200 acres of land in Rockingham County on U.S. 220 from residential/agricultural to…

Terri Powell walked into Rivers Casino in Portsmouth, Virginia, on June 30, expecting a normal day. But instead of a traditional experience, Powell was greeted with confetti and applause, as she became the casino's millionth customer. In addition to a confetti-filled celebration, Powell also received $1000 worth of free slot play, dinner for four…

WASHINGTON - The estimated Powerball jackpot has surged again thanks to high ticket sales, climbing from $725 million to $750 million ahead of Wednesday night's drawing. "There's a lot of excitement surrounding both Powerball and Mega Millions jackpot runs, attracting new players and those who might occasionally play," said Drew Svitko, Powerball…

There's never a bad time for a minor league baseball player to be promoted, but you can conceive of some ways it can be an inconvenience depending on what a player has going on when he receives the call. Maybe they have a baby on the way or they're on a beach trip with family, or really anything people want to enjoy without interruption. Chicago…

RALEIGH - Fekri Soussi of Charlotte tried his luck on a $3 Power Play ticket and won a $100000 prize in Monday's Powerball drawing. Soussi bought his lucky Quick Pick ticket from Adams Mart on Elm Lane in Charlotte. He matched the numbers on four white balls and the red Powerball to win $50000. His prize doubled to $100000 when the 2X multiplier…

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Sylvia Spaulding of Charlotte signed on to her lottery's Online Play account expecting to see a $2 Cash 5 win but found a $445289 jackpot waiting for her. "When the numbers first came out, I looked and thought, 'Wow, one person won all that money. Oh well,' then I went back to sleep," Spaulding recalled. She said when she saw the…

One lucky ticket purchased in North Carolina for Saturday's Powerball drawing matched all five white balls to win a $1 million prize. The lucky winner purchased the $2 ticket from the Circle K on Cleveland Avenue in Kings Mountain in Cleveland County. The $1 million ticket was one of two in Saturday's drawing with the second occurring in…

DANVILLE, VA - Workers are putting the finishing touches on the lighting. Technicians are fine-tuning and activating hundreds of slot machines, making sure everything is working the way it should. A 40000-square-foot tent serves as Caesar's new temporary casino in Danville, Virginia. It officially opens to the public on Monday at 10 a.m. The casino…

RALEIGH - A major celebration broke out in a Kinston convenience store after Aurelia Heiple, a Kinston resident, discovered she was the winner of a $216817 Cash 5 jackpot. "I was screaming and jumping," Heiple laughed. "I didn't know I could move like that." She bought the $1 Quick Pick ticket in the May 19 drawing from Murphy Express on West…

The United States has long been synonymous with the glitz, glamor, and allure of casinos. From the iconic Las Vegas Strip to the bustling boardwalks of Atlantic City, the country has a rich history when it comes to the world of gambling and entertainment. However, with the rise of technology and the ever-expanding reach of the internet, a new era…

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - Amid optimism that sports betting could soon be authorized in North Carolina, a separate renewed effort to legalize and regulate video gambling machines in the state began Tuesday with a House committee debating the measure. The legislation, which is largely identical to a 2021 bill that advanced then stalled, would provide…

The Caesars casino that opened in Danville, Va., this week may not have a hotel yet, but that doesn't mean you can't spend the night there. We did. Well, not the whole night; the three hours from 1 a.m. to 4 a.m. were enough to catch the vibe of the place and lose all the money we had set aside for gambling ($12). After that, we took a headlight…

The term "family entertainment," particularly as it relates to Indian casinos, covers a broad spectrum of facilities ranging from a small arcade with several video games to full-scale family entertainment centers - and pretty much any and everything in between. They can be intended to accommodate families, providing some basic non-gaming…

Out-of-the-Box Taco Brand to Bring Unique Tacos to Durant, Oklahoma We are honored to partner with the folks of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma...we're thrilled to explore more partnerships like this in the future." - Clay Dover, Velvet Taco CEO and Taco Maker DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2023/ EINPresswire.com / -- Velvet Taco announces their…

Jerry Miller spent a $1 Cash 5 ticket, winning half of $785068 in the Online Play on the NC lottery's website. A Winston-Salem native won the other half. WHITSETT, N.C. - Alex play, "For the Love of Money" by the O'Jays. Jerry Miller of Whitsett tried his luck on a $1 Cash 5 ticket and won half of a $785068 jackpot. Miller purchased his lucky…

Guilford County man wins half of $785068 Cash 5 jackpot WITH THE CHALLENGES IT STILL FACES. WELCOME TO YOUR FRIDAY EVE. IT'S THURSDAY, APRIL 27TH. AND LOOK WHO'S BACK IN ACTION. THANK YOU, EVERYONE. GREAT TO BE BACK. I'M HAPPY TO BE HERE, AS ALWAYS. I MISSED YOU. I DID. BUT YOU'RE AWAY FOR A GOOD REASON. A VERY GOOD REASON. I'M BACK AS A MRS. SO…

Image Source: Shutterstock.com An ambitious plan presented to the Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB) by The Cordish Companies on Monday seeks to redevelop the Diamond Jacks Casino & Hotel in Bossier City and build a Live! casino resort. Central to the $250+ million redevelopment plan is the construction of an entirely new land-based casino and…

The new casino is set to open in 2025. BOSSIER CITY, La. - The Cordish Companies on Monday presented master project plans to the Louisiana Gaming Control Board for the redevelopment of Diamond Jacks Casino & Hotel in Bossier City. Cordish intends to transform the property into a world-class Live! casino resort and entertainment…

BOSSIER CITY, La. -- The new owners of the former Diamond Jack casino property in Bossier City presented their master plans Monday to the Louisiana Gaming Control Board Cordish Companies, of Baltimore, said in a subsequent news release it intends to transform the property into a "world-class Live! casino resort and entertainment destination,"…

The Cordish Companies today presented master project plans to the Louisiana Gaming Control Board for the redevelopment of Diamond Jacks Casino & Hotel in Bossier City. Cordish intends to transform the property into a world-class Live! casino resort and entertainment destination. Centrally, this includes the construction of an entirely new,…