J.R. Duren

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J.R. Duren has covered all forms of gambling for more than a dozen states for Catena Media since 2015, including PlayUSA. His past reporting experience includes two years at the Villages Daily Sun, and he is a first-place winner at the Florida Press Club Excellence in Journalism Contest.

Posts by J.R. Duren:

Kentucky Republican State Senator Damon Thayer Speaks

Bill To Create New Kentucky Gaming Commission Awaits Gov. Beshear’s Signature

Kentucky bill SB299 proposes a new regulatory body to oversee the state's horse racing, HHR, charitable gaming and sports betting operations.

Posted on: April 1, 2024 | | J.R. Duren

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February Struggles End Wyoming Sports Betting’s Two-Month Heater

Wyoming sports betting cooled in February, with handle falling 23.49% while revenue declined 26.89% with the end of the NFL season.

Posted on: March 28, 2024 | | J.R. Duren

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Fanatics Opens 10th Retail Sportsbook In Connecticut’s Total Mortgage Arena

Fanatics Betting and Gaming, the sports betting division of Fanatics, has opened its 10th sportsbook in Connecticut's Total Mortgage Arena.

Posted on: March 27, 2024 | | J.R. Duren

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Century Casinos Reports Q4 2023 Financials, Net Operating Revenue Up 39%

Century Casinos, which runs seven casinos in the US, reported its Q4 2023 earnings was a mixed bag of growth and decline.

Posted on: March 25, 2024 | | J.R. Duren

Louisiana Online Gaming Guide

Louisiana Bill Would End TV Advertisements For Sports Betting, Fantasy Sports

A new bill submitted by state rep. Shaun Mena to the Lousiana House of Representatives would outlaw sports betting and fantasy sports TV ads.

Posted on: March 25, 2024 | | J.R. Duren

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Mississippi Casino Revenue Up 14.6% In February, Sports Betting Slows

Mississippi casino revenue eclipsed $200 million for the ninth time since January 2023, jumping 14.6% monthly in February 2024.

Posted on: March 25, 2024 | | J.R. Duren

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