Gaming enthusiasts gather for Tezal-Con in Montgomery
Different activities included video game trucks and free play rooms filled with the latest gaming technology.
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Deputies raid illegal gambling site in Dallas Co. community
From the West Alabama Newsroom– The Dallas County Sheriff’s Office raids an illegal gambling site located at a house in a rural community. The illegal gaming operation was located inside a storage shed on a residential property. Deputies seized over a dozen illegal gaming machines — cash — a firearm — and made one arrest during the raid. Fifty-three year…
Electronic gaming machines spark controversy in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom— Electronic gaming machines — and businesses — are popping up all over Selma and Dallas County — raising questions about their legality. Electronic gaming facilities have been popping up in communities all over Selma now — for months. “Well they’re popping up all over the state,” said Selma mayor James Perkins, Jr. “And the reason…
Alabama lawmakers push sweeping gambling bill that would allow lottery and casinos
If approved by three-fifths of lawmakers, the proposal would be put on the ballot for voters to decide.
Lowndes County Left Out as Site in Gaming Legislation
From the West Alabama Newsroom– The lottery and casino legislation being discussed in the state legislature — leaves out Lowndes County as a site — even though it’s currently home to two gaming centers. Selma attorney — and former state senator Hank Sanders says state law makers — should include Lowndes County as a gaming site — in any gaming…
What’s In The Latest Alabama Lottery Bill?
Legislators say the bill is promising.
Two weeks into the Alabama Legislative session a lottery bill is gaining support. The bill is sponsored by veteran Republican Senator Del Marsh of Anniston. Legislators say this is one of the strongest lottery bills they’ve seen in the state house in recent years. Senator Marsh’s bill has 100 percent of money going to a scholarship fund after winnings are…
Poarch Band of Creek Indians Propose New Gambling Plan in Alabama
The Poarch Band of Creek Indians released its comprehensive plan for gaming legislation in Alabama. The proposed plan would include a clean, traditional lottery and two additional hotels/casinos with unlimited gaming. It also includes a one-time $225 million payment to the state for exclusive gaming rights. Under the plan, the Tribe would also share some of its gaming revenue with the…
Town Hall Meeting on Victoryland Scheduled for Thursday
Tuskegee Mayor Johnny Ford says a town hall meeting on Victoryland will take place Thursday, May 12. The mayor along with Victoryland Owner, Milton McGregor, will discuss and answer questions about the Macon County casino’s future. The public is invited to the meeting. Ford says people looking for work and chartitable organizations are encouraged to the attend. The town hall…
