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Dan Holmes
The Facts And Myths Around Fayetteville: The Site Of Babe Ruth’s First Pro Homer
Did you know Babe Ruth hit his first pro home run in Fayetteville in 1914? Read on to separate the facts from the myth.
With Minor League Wagering Now Available, These Are The MiLB Players To Watch
A look at the top MLB prospects playing in the minors in North Carolina. With MiLB betting now available, these are the players to watch.
Milestone Achieved In Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino Construction Project
The final beam has been placed in the hotel tower at Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino, a milestone in the casino’s expansion project.
WSOP Circuit Will Make Two Stops At Harrah’s Cherokee Casino
The upcoming World Series of Poker Circuit schedule includes two stops in North Carolina, in August and November.
Bank Of America Stadium Renovation Plans Do Not Include A Retail Sportsbook
The city of Charlotte has OK’d pitching in $650M for Bank of America Stadium’s revamp in exchange for the Panthers staying put for 20 years.
Catawba Two Kings Now Offers Live Dealer Games
The temporary Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain has added a dozen live dealer games, including blackjack, craps, and roulette.
NC Sports Betting Success Spurs Proposal to Reward Colleges
With more tax revenue than expected from sports betting, North Carolina lawmakers are proposing giving some of the revenue to colleges.
North Carolina Well Represented in 2024 College World Series
One quarter of the eight teams in this year’s College World Series in Omaha, NE, hail from North Carolina, the Tar Heels and the Wolfpack.
How NCAA Settlement Could Impact NC Colleges and Athletes
The NCAA settlement of a case against its operations will have a major impact on colleges and student-athletes in North Carolina.
$700 Million Catawba Two Kings Casino Will Create 2,000 Construction Jobs
Nearly three years after opening a temporary casino, the Catawba Tribe is set to break ground on its permanent casino in Kings Mountain.