GreeneTrack closes its doors, dozens of employees laid off
A recent Alabama Supreme Court decision left the casino with no alternative but to close.
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See recent postsAttack of GreeneTrack missed key facts
A conservative columnist said GreeneTrack was violating the law. Small problem: the track had followed the guidance of the AG's Office.
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See recent postsIf someone doesn’t fix this GreeneTrack mess, a federal court will
Currently, GreeneTrack is being taxed at a rate of more than 100 percent. While other casinos around it operate under a different tax code.
Greenetrack to end electronic bingo; will ‘work with state’ to pay millions in back taxes
Greenetrack CEO Nat Winn called the taxes "a political and financial lynching," but said his business will follow the law.
The gambling expansion you can’t see
With few laws and no governing body, gambling in Alabama is spreading like wildfire. Even if most people don't realize it.
Time is running out on gambling bill
Thursday was day 27 of the 30-day 2021 Legislative Session.
How a change in tactics led to a grand new gambling deal
The Poarch Creek Indians and the dog track owners finally did the one thing they've been avoiding: Talking to each other.
Governor’s study group on gambling to release report
The governor’s study group will hold a press conference on the front steps of the Alabama Capitol on Friday.
Marsh holds meeting with gaming interests day after Ivey calls for the Legislature to stand down on gaming
Despite Gov. Kay Ivey’s call for the Legislature to give her “time to get the facts,” on a lottery and gaming before proceeding with legislation, Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh summoned representatives of the Poarch Creek Band of Indians and two of the state’s dog tracks to sit down and discuss moving ahead on … Continued
Lottery fails on procedural vote, leadership trying to save it
The Alabama House of Representatives rejected the lottery bill on its first procedural vote on Tuesday before any amendments could be introduced or final passage even discussed, Senate Bill 220 is sponsored by State Sen. Greg Albritton, R-Atmore. It is being carried in the House by State Rep. Steve Clouse, R-Ozark. Clouse said SB220 would … Continued