2008 April 16 Poker News, Events and Happenings

The Queensland Government says an immediate freeze on the release of new poker machines will help reduce problem gambling.

About two dozen poker players accused of illegal gambling appeared in Hanahan Municipal Court on Wednesday morning, and about half pleaded guilty to misdemeanor charges, though the fate of thousands of dollars in seized assets is likely to remain in the air for some time.

TWO professional poker players who stole more than £150,000 from cash machines to bankroll a Las Vegas gambling spree have each been jailed for 18 months.

THE Queensland Government has halted the release of new poker machines as part of sweeping plans to reduce problem gambling across the state.

April 16 - One of the world’s most advanced online poker rooms, PKR.com, has launched an exciting advertising campaign that will see its brand name emblazoned against the UK skyline on a giant banner pulled by a helicopter.

Student poker players attending Washington State University have witnessed a roller coaster of a ride when it comes to poker. Though the state has 23 casinos, and Washington’s state law specifically allows poker to be played…

Officials with Special Olympics Arkansas Area 8, which covers Eastern Arkansas, are gearing up for their second major fundraiser of the year, the annual Ride the Ridge Poker Run.