“We Don’t Want Them.” N.C. Residents Speak Out Against Casinos
Yesterday, a group of concerned citizens and organizations held a press conference at the Legislative Building in Raleigh to express concerns about proposed casinos that could come to Rockingham, Nash, and Anson counties if a proposal being considered by the North Carolina General Assembly is approved. Speakers included NC Family President John Rustin, Reverend Mark […]
A North Carolina Sheriff’s Thoughts on Expanding Casinos
This year, North Carolina has seen a flurry of activity with respect to gambling expansion. After state lawmakers passed a bill that legalizes sports gambling and parimutuel wagering on horse racing, the State Lottery Commission has just approved online gambling. There are now talks of legalizing four new commercial gambling casinos across the state. One of these casinos […]
N.C. General Assembly Still On “Summer Break”
As we’ve mentioned the last couple of weeks, the North Carolina General Assembly has been on break, only having pro forma sessions and not taking any substantive action on items this week. Budget negotiations are still underway, and you can learn more about what has been happening recently below! Why the General Assembly Hasn’t Overturned […]