Probe finds many Iowa bingo halls breaking law
An 18 month AP investigation of 81 Iowa bingo operations shows 75 percent violating laws. Criminal charges filed in two cases this fall and 25 groups have lost licenses with more revocations expected. Most of the 1,200 licensed groups run legal games, but many fail to give 75 percent of net proceeds to charity or spend more than 25 percent of net proceeds on expenses.
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Winnebago Tribe Installs 80 Video Slots at Sloan Bingo
The Winnebago tribe in Nebraska has placed 80 video slot machines in its Sloan Iowa bingo hall, operating five weeks with crowds limited by weather. Manager Sandra Zortman notes good performance. attendance averages 500 nightly for Friday to Monday bingo with prizes up to 50 000 dollars. Local bus trips to Sloan drew no riders on the first run, and Iowa law restrictions on slots do not apply on the reservation.
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Have a Little Drink Have a Little Common Sense Dear Abby
Teen readers learn to refuse peer pressure and assess alcohol risks. The column cites dangers of teen drinking, warns of alcoholism as a disease, and promotes AA help as free and anonymous. It urges knowing limits, avoiding driving under influence, and highlights long term consequences.
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