02/22/24 Arkansas residents campaign to block casino gaming in Pope County Residents are calling for a referendum.
11/01/22 Arkansas Problem Gambling Council named as Racing Commission provider The Arkansas Problem Gambling Council will provide educational services for players with gambling disorders.
01/03/22 Arkansas Racing Commission approves mobile sports betting The Arkansas Racing Commission unanimously approved changes to the state’s gambling rules that will allow mobile sports betting. The next step for the measure is a legislative committee vote.
12/11/21 Lawsuit filed over Pope County casino licence The suit questions whether Cherokee Nation-backed firm Legends Resort and Casino has enough casino experience.
11/26/21 Arkansas Racing Commission opens consultation on mobile sports betting The commission will meet on December 30 to discuss possible changes to allow mobile sports betting in Arkansas.
11/16/21 Arkansas approves casino licence for Cherokee Nation The Arkansas Racing Commission has agreed to grant a licence to the Cherokee Nation for a casino in Pope County.
11/11/21 Arkansas could regulate online sports betting early next year The Arkansas Racing Commission is to vote next week on whether to approve online sports wagering.
07/19/21 Arkansas casino revenues fall in June According to figures from the Arkansas Racing Commission, sports betting, table games and slot machines showed a drop in revenues.
