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Gaming in Macon County: Let the games begin?

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY— “This is not about Milton McGregor or VictoryLand, this is for a principle, we have the right to create economic prosperity, the right to self determination,” so says Tuskegee Mayor Johnny Ford. VictoryLand, owned by Milton McGregor, is said to be reopening before the end of the year. … Continued
December 12, 2012

Gaming in Macon County: Bingo in Any Form, Part Two

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY: The history of gaming in Macon County, Alabama, began in earnest in 1984 with the opening of VictoryLand. Over nearly three decades, gaming in that county has taken some dramatic turns, none more so than in 2003. “Bingo is taking place at the Macon County dog track and … Continued
December 11, 2012

Gaming in Macon County, Alabama: A Brief History

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—A battle looms on the near horizon. According to the man who is leading the charge it is a fight for justice, economic freedom and the right of free people to determine their destiny. Tuskegee Mayor Johnny Ford (D-AL) sees the reopening of VictoryLand in Macon County, Alabama, not … Continued
December 10, 2012