Our Town Columbus: Horse Racing & Casino

Horse racing notes: It has been a long ride for Fred Ecoffey, calling it a career at 87

"A 67-year career. I think that's a pretty good run," said Ecoffey, who even after retiring as a jockey was a mainstay at ...

New Marriott Hotel opens adjacent to Harrah’s Casino and Racetrack in Columbus

A new dual-branded Marriott hotel has opened next to Harrah’s Racing and Casino in Columbus, offering direct access to the ...

Watch: Gabby Barrett Reveals Sneak Peek After Months Of Dropping Hints

Gabby Barrett shared a new sneak peek of an unreleased ballad.

Past state deputy reflects on service to Knights of Columbus

Raymond Sands addresses those gathered during the 2023 Mass and installation of the New Jersey Knights of Columbus State ...

New hotel serving Harrah's Racing and Casino in Columbus

A short walk in a hallway from the hotel complex puts you in the casino and racing venue with all its amenities. St.

Michigan woman issues warning after losing $2 million in 6 months from internet gambling

As lawmakers consider allowing online casinos in Ohio, one woman is reflecting on how she lost it all from playing blackjack ...

Are the Dallas Stars fighters or lovers? Study gives the answer

A study looked at every fight last season in the NHL to determine the best and worst fighting teams in the league. Where did ...

Mobile driver's licenses now accepted at Ohio casinos | wtol.com

Mobile driver's licenses will be accepted at Hollywood Casino Toledo, Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati, Hollywood Casino Columbus and JACK Casino Cleveland.

Hollywood Casino Columbus rakes in highest revenue among peers ...

Columbus also is the casino capital of Ohio – at least when it comes to revenue. These Columbus attractions lured the most visitors in 2023 Columbus restaurant expanding behind the scenes as it ...

What's inside latest Ohio online casino bill, and why it won't move

Online gambling bill in Ohio wouldn't seem to have much of a chance at success, since sponsor won't seek reelection.

Columbus casino is first out of the gate; set to open Friday

Doors are set to open Friday morning on Nebraska’s first state-sanctioned, bricks-and-mortar casino. Harrah’s Columbus, NE Racing and Casino, is the first ‘permanent’ casino to open since ...

Our Town Columbus: Horse Racing & Casino

COLUMBUS, Neb. (KOLN) - It won’t be long before a new casino in Columbus is ready for the public, but supporters of the horse racing industry are just as excited about a new one-mile horse track ...

Palmer Luckey, backed by Palantir's Lonsdale, to launch crypto-focused bank

Tech billionaire Joe Lonsdale said on Wednesday he is investing in a new crypto-focused U.S. bank being launched by Anduril ...

Woman loses $2 million in 6 months by playing game on her cell phone

A woman warned against Ohio's attempts to legalize online casinos after she lost $2 million in just six months by playing ...

Michigan woman issues warning to Ohio after losing $2 million in 6 months from internet gambling

As lawmakers consider allowing online casinos in Ohio, one Michigan woman is reflecting on how she lost it all from playing ...

Sheriff Office investigates double homicide in Oktibbeha Co.

OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an early morning double homicide. At ...

Columbus police investigating mass shooting that left 8 injured ... - WLWT

Columbus police are investigating a mass shooting that took place Saturday morning, leaving eight injured.

Ohio pastors push back on lawmakers legalizing iGaming

Lawmakers in Ohio are looking to legalize online casino slots, blackjack, poker, and more. But more than 100 churches are pushing back.

Jack in the Box eyeing expansion in the Columbus area

The company that owns the 74-year-old restaurant chain already has come to Powell and Whitehall with its other brand, Del Taco. A Jack in the Box representative told The Dispatch that it's seeking ...

On the Indianapolis 500, Memorial Day and a famous son of Columbus

Did Eddie Rickenbacker, WWI flying ace from Columbus, officially name the Indianapolis 500? Yes, he did. Sort of.

Indy 500 can thank Columbus legend 'Fast Eddie' Rickenbacker for its ...

Did Eddie Rickenbacker, WWI flying ace from Columbus, officially name the Indianapolis 500? Yes, he did. Sort of.

Ohio lawmakers consider legalizing online gambling and lottery

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Two new forms of gambling — iGaming and iLottery — could soon be legal in Ohio. iGaming allows someone to play casino games, like slots or blackjack, right on their ...

Roulette, blackjack and other casino games could be coming (legally) to ...

Ohio lawmakers are considering a massive expansion of gambling in Ohio that would give you access to blackjack, roulette and other card and table games on your phone.

Columbus finance director among two arrested amid finance department probe

A former employee has been arrested amid an investigation into the Columbus Consolidated Government’s finance department.