U.S.When the first casino games were played in Mississippi precisely 26 years ago to this day, hopes were high that revenue would help prop up a state that struggles with a low tax base and tepid economic growth.Initially, it worked out that way.Consider Biloxi, the Gulf Coast city that was practically broke before casinos opened for business in 1992, according to former mayor A.J. Holloway. He said they didn’t have money to fix potholes before gaming changed all that, bringing “tourists, prosperity and jobs” to the Gulf Coast.For the last decade, however, it had been a different story. The casino business in Mississippi had matured. Revenues statewide had been flat to down due to increased competition and a low-growth base. The gaming malaise had combined with Mississippi’s slow recovery from the 2008 recession, which had strapped legislators forcing budget cuts that had universities and agencies looking for answers.Recommended Slideshows7650 Highest Paying … [Read more...] about Mississippi Sports Betting Begins in Biloxi, Tunica Casinos: College Football, Baseball, Pro Football Wagering Allowed
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Mississippi Sports Betting Begins at Beau Rivage, Gold Strike Casinos Today: What’s the Expected Impact?
U.S. When the first casino games were played in Mississippi precisely 26 years ago to this day, hopes were high that revenue would help prop up a state that struggles with a low tax base and tepid economic growth. Initially, it worked out that way. Consider Biloxi, the Gulf Coast city that was practically broke before casinos opened for business in 1992, according to former mayor A.J. Holloway. He said they didn’t have money to fix potholes before gaming changed all that, bringing “tourists, prosperity, and jobs” to the Gulf Coast. For the past decade, however, it has been a different story. The casino business in Mississippi has matured. Revenues statewide have been flat to down due to increased competition and a low-growth base. The gaming malaise has combined with Mississippi’s slow recovery from the 2008 recession, which has strapped legislators forcing budget cuts that have universities and agencies looking for answers. Recommended Slideshows 76 50 … [Read more...] about Mississippi Sports Betting Begins at Beau Rivage, Gold Strike Casinos Today: What’s the Expected Impact?
The demons aren’t gonna win, fans assure Demi Lovato after heroin overdose
TMZ initially reported that Demi suffered from a heroin overdose, but a source has since claimed that this is not the case.Speaking to NBC News, Demi's spokesperson said, "Demi is awake and with her family who want to express thanks to everyone for the love, prayers and support". Meanwhile, TMZ - the outlet that broke the bad news - got conflicting reports about the drug that caused the overdose. "I just hope they're all okay, and I hope she's okay right now in the hospital".She said: "It was very symbolic for me to be able to be able to cover that up and also replace it with something else that's permanent so that I'll never be able to forget the support that I had when I went in [to treatment]".Demi announced she was "not sober anymore" on her new single Sober last month. Soon after she tweeted a video of her emotional performance of the song in Lisbon, Portugal. I wish more people were like you."She was there for Frankie during his work with sobriety, and as we know he has just … [Read more...] about The demons aren’t gonna win, fans assure Demi Lovato after heroin overdose
TV best bets for 6-1-18
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Woody Paige: Glendale Raptors rugby club joins legion of Colorado pro sports teams
0 View Gallery View Comments Roll over, Rox. The only undefeated pro team in Colorado is the Glendale Raptors, and their best player is - y'all ready for this? - Harley Davidson. And they play just a few blocks from Shotgun Willie's. As Jules Verne would conjecture, there have been 20,000 leagues under the C of the state flag. So it seems. I've written columns about most of them. To name a few initial leagues: NFL, AFL, USFL, ABA, NBA, NBL, WHA, NHL, WHL, CHL, IHL, USHL, WCHL, MLB, AA, PCL, WL, PL, LFL, IPFL, IFC, NFFL, PIFL, APFL, MCHL, MLL, NLL, NASL, PASL, MASC, IVA, WTT, RDL, USL, ABL, NIFL, NBADL, IFL, PRL, IBA, MSC. Did Stan Kroenke own franchises in all those leagues? Woody Paige: Want to bet on sports in Colorado? It could happen in 2020 Who will ever forget Steel Workers, Rage, Crush, Calvary, Cutthroats, Crusaders, Caribous, Comets, Dynamos, Dynamite, Dream, Dynasty, Xplosion, Invaders, Aviators, Gold Kings, Venom (Venom?), Blizzard, Ice, Chill, Storm, Inferno, … [Read more...] about Woody Paige: Glendale Raptors rugby club joins legion of Colorado pro sports teams
Beloved Bay Area sports landmarks: Many are gone. Here’s what stands there now.
John Crowley Updated 6:23 pm, Monday, March 26, 2018 window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-5', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 5', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-10', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 10', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-15', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 15', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-20', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 20', target_type: 'mix' … [Read more...] about Beloved Bay Area sports landmarks: Many are gone. Here’s what stands there now.
World Cup winner Sir Clive Woodward warns Eddie Jones to ‘cut out the nonsense’
ENGLAND'S World Cup winning boss Sir Clive Woodward has warned Eddie Jones to keep his outspoken comments to himself. Jones is embroiled in a "scum and s***" row after panning Ireland and Wales respectively in a public speech. The shamed England head coach has apologised and escaped censure by Six Nations officials - but could still face a rap from the sport's governing body, World Rugby. And writing in the Daily Mail, Woodward - who led England to World Cup glory in 2003 - has told brash 58-year-old Aussie Jones to keep his head down. Woodward, 62, said: "All coaches go through periods when everything they touch turns to dust — bad selections, clumsy comments, poor decisions — and Eddie Jones is experiencing that in spades right now. "Eddie and England are under severe pressure. Should he stay as coach? Absolutely. TOP STORIES FROM THE WORLD OF RUGBY'IT'S DEAD' Jones claims 'scum' and 's***' row is over and refuses to be drawn on apology 'Very Sorry' Shamed England boss … [Read more...] about World Cup winner Sir Clive Woodward warns Eddie Jones to ‘cut out the nonsense’
England’s Eddie Jones to be on Australian shortlist to replace Michael Cheika
EDDIE JONES will be on Australia's shortlist to be their next boss if Michael Cheika quits. England boss Jones fell out with the ARU in explosive circumstances when he was sacked by them in 2005. But now the Wallabies have admitted they will target Tasmania-born Jones to replace Michael Cheika if he quits after the 2019 World Cup. The ARU's high performance manager Ben Whitaker said: "I can't speak on behalf of the board, but if I'm tasked with pulling together a list of potential candidates, is Eddie Jones on there, yeah he is. "Quite obviously. MOST READ IN RUGBYGrand Slam? Ireland vs Scotland rugby: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news THE EGGS FILES England boss Eddie Jones holds top-secret dossiers on ALL England players IT’S FLAIR DINKUM Eddie Jones needs to shake-up his England side to overcome France's flair OW DEAR Bungling BBC subtitles say ref 'Nigel Owens is a gay' during Six Nations coverage och eye the noo Ryan Wilson cited for alleged eye gouge on … [Read more...] about England’s Eddie Jones to be on Australian shortlist to replace Michael Cheika
Ireland vs Scotland, Six Nations 2018: When is the match, what TV channel is it on and what is our prediction?
When and where is the game? Ireland against Scotland is this Saturday (March 10) at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin. What time is kick-off? It's a 2.15pm GMT start. What TV channel is it on? This match will be on ITV One. Alternatively, you can follow full coverage right here with our live blog, or sign up to our Whatsapp group below to get in-game insights and analysis from our team. What is the team news? Ireland Garry Ringrose is expected to ease Ireland's midfield injury nightmare by starting Saturday's crucial clash with Scotland, having hit full fitness following a January ankle injury. The Leinster centre could partner Bundee Aki to offset long-term injuries to Robbie Henshaw and Chris Farrell, as Ireland chase a fourth-straight NatWest Six Nations victory at the Aviva Stadium. Henshaw may not play again this season after dislocating a shoulder in Ireland's 56-19 win over Italy in the second round. Farrell suffered knee ligament damage in Ireland's open training … [Read more...] about Ireland vs Scotland, Six Nations 2018: When is the match, what TV channel is it on and what is our prediction?
Head cases, City slickers and the white stuff. Six things SunSport spotted
SEVEN days can be a long time, especially in rugby league. The last week saw the game’s heartlands cop the brunt of not one storm but two as the ‘Beast from the East’ and Storm Emma combined, bringing havoc to the M62. Two matches – Hull KR v Castleford and Leeds v Catalans – were postponed and two more – St Helens v Salford and Wakefield v Huddersfield – were moved to Sunday. It is a fair bet that players, officials and journalists are still trying to thaw out after going through the wintry woe of the past few days, but there will be at least two red faces. But what caught SunSport’s eye this week, with a lot of moves off the field taking place. Here’s six of the best: WATTS A DOPE FIRSTLY Liam Watts, this is not a humiliation. This is merely pointing out how daft you were when you decided to put your head against Dom Crosby’s. Furious Hull boss Lee Radford branded the prop’s actions ‘pathetic’ and said he … [Read more...] about Head cases, City slickers and the white stuff. Six things SunSport spotted