Congratulations to Angie Franks, the Employee of the Quarter. Angie was chosen for her hard work, dedication and attention to detail. Angie has worked at the Missouri Gaming Commission for nearly 18 years. Presenting Angie with the award is MGC Executive Director Bill Seibert.
The St.Joseph News Press Now reports on the commission meeting and tour in St.Joseph. Read the story here.
A U.S. federal appeals court ruled in favor of the NCAA, NFL and other major sports leagues Tuesday, denying New Jersey's latest bid to bring legalized sports betting to the state's struggling casinos and racetracks.
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia denied New Jersey's appeal by a 2-1 majority decision, ruling that the state's efforts violate the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992. Read the rest of the story at ESPN.com
The Columbia Missourian has a story about the good in gambling in Boonville. Geoff West reports the story.
KCUR's Cody Newill reports on the economics of gambling in Kansas City's Northland. Read the story here.
Isle of Capri- Cape Girardeau General Manger Lyle Randolph is profiled in the Southeast Missourian. Read the story here.
Twelve years ago this August, Missouri became the first state to designate a month as a Responsible Gaming Education Month. Each year, the Missouri Alliance to Curb Problem Gambling and its member organizations implement specific communication strategies during the month of August in order to raise the public’s awareness about problem gambling and responsible gaming.
Mark Rembecki, the Alliance’s current chairperson, is proud to announce the release of a series of new public service announcements during Responsible Gaming Education Month.
“Many times, the person who is suffering from a gambling addiction isn’t the only one affected. These new radio and TV public service announcements focus on the individual family members of someone who is experiencing addiction,” described Rembecki.
Often characterized as the “silent addiction,” gambling addiction can go unrecognized or untreated for many years. This can cause a variety of problems ranging from financial strain to mental stress, among other personal concerns.
“Our goal with these public service announcements is to reach out to those closest to a problem gambler – their family – and give them the confidence and information to begin the recovery process. By contacting the ‘Bets Off’ services, loved ones can be connected to professional free help that can really make a difference in their lives,” continued Rembecki.
Missouri Alliance to Curb Problem Gambling News Release, page 2
Problem gamblers and their loved ones can be connected to free help by calling 1-888-BETSOFF (1-888-238-7633), emailing freehelp@888betsoff.org or visiting 888betsoff.org. The Missouri Gaming Commission and the Missouri Lottery both offer their own exclusion programs for problem gamblers, as well. More information about problem gambling concerns and responsible gaming can be found at 888betsoff.org and gamblersanonymous.org.
About the Missouri Alliance to Curb Problem Gambling (888betsoff.org)
The Missouri Alliance to Curb Problem Gambling, which was created in 1997, is a partnership between the Missouri Lottery, Missouri Council on Problem Gambling Concerns, Inc., Missouri Department of Mental Health’s Division of Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Missouri Gaming Association, Missouri Gaming Commission, Port Authority of Kansas City and a recovery community representative. The purpose of the Alliance is to educate Missourians on the potential characteristics and dangers of problem and compulsive gambling, to refer compulsive gamblers and their family and friends to free treatment through a toll-free help line, to prevent underage play and to promote responsible gaming.
Congratulations to those who are celebrating their anniversaries with the MGC in August!
Annette Turner 21 years
Mandy Foreman 17 years
Bill Bell 16 years
Cindy Spangler 16 years
Patti Smith 15 years
Melissa Stephens 15 years
Jeanna Hagen 12 years
Missy Backues 10 years
Carolyn Bruns 10 years
Larry Stitz 9 years
Amanda Clutter 8 years
Kathy Flannigan 6 years
Amy Trachsel 4 years
Mandi Lambert 3 years
Bob Padget 2 years
The former general manager of the Argosy Riverside Casino has been hired by Tropicana Evansville. Read the story here.
Missouri Gaming Commission Chairman Leland Shurin is in the news. You can read the full story in the Kansas City Star.
