Technological advancements offer bettors new possibilities
The most significant boost to the sports betting segment is attributed to the usage of smartphones, which allow bettors to bet at anytime and anywhere.

Newport Racing and Gaming opened
Newport debuted 500 state-of-the-art historical racing machines with some of the best games from Ainsworth, Scientific Games and International Gaming Technology.

BetAmerica sportsbook launched at Bronco Billy's Casino
The BetAmerica Sportsbook at Bronco Billy’s Casino features 10 self-service betting terminals and two betting windows offering wagering opportunities on a large range of sporting events.

BetAmerica launches retail sportsbook Island Resort and Casino
BetAmerica plans to also launch its online sportsbook and iGaming platform throughout Michigan in the near future.

Churchill Downs to provide advance deposit wagering on pari-mutuel horse races
Sports bettors in Michigan now can place bets on live and simulcast pari-mutuel horse races using mobile wagering through Churchill Downs Technology Initiatives Co. under an order issued Thursday by Michigan Gaming Control Executive Director Richard S. Kalm.

This year's Longines Kentucky Oaks was the fastest in history
The 146th running of the $1.25 million Longines Kentucky Oaks (Grade I) saw Shedaresthedevil claim the Lillies in the fastest Kentucky Oaks race in history at 1:48.28.

Derby City Gaming opens new outdoor gaming patio
The new 8,000 square foot patio will result in a net addition of 225 historical racing machines with some of the best game titles available.