JR Duren, Author at Play Florida

For gaming companies and the state's gamblers and bettors, Amendment 4 could be a barrier to legal sports betting.

Amendment 4 Could Jeopardize Gaming Expansion

For hundreds of thousands of Floridians who requested a mailed ballot, the “No. 4 Constitutional Amendment” printed on the back of their ballot may not mean much. But for gaming companies and the state’s gamblers and bettors, it could mean an even harder path to legalized sports betting and gambling on non-tribal land. Amendment implements […]

Posted on: October 9, 2020 | JR Duren

Need To Claim Your Prize? Florida Lottery Offices Are Open For Business

After nearly six months of closure because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Florida Lottery offices are open, but by appointment only.

Posted on: September 25, 2020 | JR Duren

NFL Week 3 Preview: Jags, Dolphins Square Off In All-Florida TNF Battle

Tomorrow night, the Jacksonville Jaguars and Miami Dolphins meet to kick off Week 3 of the NFL season for Thursday Night Football.

Posted on: September 23, 2020 | JR Duren

NFL Week 2 Preview: Divisional Games Continue

As we head into Week 2, Florida's three NFL franchises are preparing for opponents whose offenses are anchored by some of the league's brightest stars.

Posted on: September 18, 2020 | JR Duren

NFL Sunday Roundup For Florida Sports Bettors: Jags Get Only Florida Win

The Jacksonville Jaguars were the only team that seemed to belong on the field during NFL Week 1. Here's a look ahead at NFL Week 2.

Posted on: September 17, 2020 | JR Duren

Thursday Night Football: NFL Kicks Off With Texans-Chiefs

The Thursday night showdown between reigning Super Bowl champions Kansas City Chiefs and AFC East powerhouse Houston Texans will be televised tonight.

Posted on: September 10, 2020 | JR Duren

Tiz The Law Headlines 146th Kentucky Derby

The Kentucky Derby is set this weekend at the fabled Churchill Downs in Louisville, KY. Thankfully for fans in Florida, horse race betting is legal.

Posted on: September 3, 2020 | JR Duren

Daytona Dash: Hamlin Favorite To Win Coke Zero Sugar 400

Regular-season NASCAR racing comes to a close this weekend at Daytona International Speedway for the Coke Zero Sugar 400.

Posted on: August 28, 2020 | JR Duren

Florida Lottery Rolls Out New App And Second-Chance Drawing

Florida Lottery rolls out a new mobile app, along with a new Monopoly Bonus Spectacular game, which includes second-chance drawings.

Posted on: August 26, 2020 | JR Duren

Monkey Knife Fight Adds Miami Marlins To Sports Portfolio

A Monkey Knife Fight and Miami Marlins agreement involves branding online, on radio and TV and in Marlins Park. It also incorporates charitable donations.

Posted on: August 25, 2020 | JR Duren

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