Derek Helling, Author at Play Louisiana

Optimism Remains For Bounce-Back Despite February Dip In Louisiana Gambling Revenue

Louisiana gaming revenue for February 2021 is down across the board year over year. But hope remains for recovery as spring and summer loom.

Posted on: March 26, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Spring Session Should See Louisiana Sports Betting Regulations Come Into Bloom

One Pelican State Senator expects the first draft of Louisiana sports betting regulations done before the legislature convenes this spring.

Posted on: February 16, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Opportunity Knocks For Louisiana Sports Betting As Mississippi Sticks To Status Quo

Yet again, lawmakers have passed on expanding Mississippi online sports betting. That's good news for Louisiana, if it can launch its regulated market this year.

Posted on: February 10, 2021 | | Derek Helling

A St. Tammany Parish Casino? DiamondJacks Move May Be In The Cards For The Future

A St. Tammany casino is the dream of the DiamondJacks license holder, but Peninsula Pacific Entertainment is at the mercy of parish voters.

Posted on: February 10, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Tunica Unchained: Sen. Philip Moran Looks To Expand Mississippi Online Sports Betting

A Mississippi lawmaker wants to expand sportsbooks beyond the casinos and onto people's phones with online betting apps.

Posted on: January 28, 2021 | | Derek Helling

COVID-19 Crushes Louisiana Gaming In 2020, Resulting In Potential Loss Of $100 Million

Louisiana casino revenue dropped drastically last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. That means officials in Baton Rouge will see fewer tax dollars.

Posted on: January 7, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Sun Sets On 2020, A Historic Year For Louisiana Gambling Industry

For Louisiana, 2020 will always be a historical year for gambling, for both negative and positive reasons. Most of what transpired wasn't expected.

Posted on: December 30, 2020 | | Derek Helling

After Two Long Years, Louisiana Daily Fantasy Sports Nears Launch

As the 2020-21 NFL regular season comes to a close, the Louisiana legislature has finally approved the full set of fantasy sports regulations.

Posted on: December 28, 2020 | | Derek Helling

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