Industry
January 16, 2026
South Carolina Casino Legalization Efforts Face Renewed Resistance
Efforts to bring commercial casino gambling to South Carolina are once again facing stiff resistance as religious groups step up their opposition. As lawmakers are debating whether to loosen the state’s long-standing restrictions and tap into the significant tax benefits of legalized gambling, religious leaders are lobbying to keep the status quo. Gambling Could Lead […]
Lottery
December 5, 2025
South Carolina Education Lottery Player Wins $500K from Scratcher
A lucky player in South Carolina has turned a small birthday treat into an unforgettable birthday present after winning half a million dollars from the lottery. The lottery enthusiast in question said that he was extremely happy and excited about the opportunities this win has opened. Myrtle Beach Player Wins $500K According to South Carolina […]
Poker
September 12, 2025
Police Facing Lawsuit by ex-South Carolina Coroner after Raid on a Poker Game
Last year, Gary Watts, a former Richland County coroner, was arrested alongside some of his friends for hosting organized poker games, reported WIS News back in 2024. Now he is suing both the Irmo Police Department as well as the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. What the police called busting an illegal gambling den Watts […]
Legal
September 11, 2025
Former South Carolina Coroner Sues Police over Poker Raid, Says SLED Is in the Wrong
Gary Miller Watts, who served as county coroner for 20 years until 2020, is suing his local police department and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) following his 2024 arrest during a raid on what authorities described as an underground poker game. Coroner Sues SLED Claiming Police Misinterpreted the Law Watts was arrested in […]
Industry
March 20, 2025
New Proposal Seeks to Legalize Casinos in South Carolina
Newly proposed legislation seeks to revitalize one out of three counties across South Carolina by bringing casino gambling. As with any legislation, its success depends on the support of lawmakers but if the new proposal gets a green light, it may bring a game-changer $1 billion casino project to Orangeburg county. Another Push for Casino […]
Industry
March 10, 2025
Santee Casino $1BN Proposal Gains Attention in South Carolina
A bill proposing the expansion of gambling activities in South Carolina may help bring a new casino to Santee. Late last year, the proposal, House Bill 3353 (HB 3353), was prefiled with the House’s Judiciary Committee. If greenlighted, the proposal would then seek approval from South Carolina residents. In case this happens, an ambitious plan […]
Industry
February 21, 2025
Lexington County Gambling Ring Raking $60K per Week, Busted
A clandestine gambling ring in Lexington County that was operating illegal slot machines and video poker devices raked in between $60,000 and $100,000 per week before federal authorities intervened, according to an indictment. Bookkeeper Pleaded Guilty The case, which had remained largely under the radar, came to light this week when one of the accused, […]
Industry
December 16, 2024
South Carolina Introduces Sports Betting Bill amid Growing Regional Momentum
South Carolina could take a significant step toward legalizing sports betting with House Bill 3625, filed this week by Rep. Chris Murphy (R) and co-sponsored by bipartisan lawmakers Rep. Heath Sessions (R) and Rep. J. Todd Rutherford (D). This “South Carolina Sports Wagering Act” will target the legislative session beginning 14 January. The State Has […]
Lottery
October 11, 2024
Player Grabs $2M after Choosing Lottery Ticket Over Casino Night
Luck can come in many forms but it is mostly about being in the right place at the right time. For one man from South Carolina, the decision to forgo visiting a local casino and play the lottery instead turned out to be a life-changing one. A Fateful Decision Michael Buckner, a 58-year-old man from […]
Industry
August 26, 2024
South Carolina Online Sports Wagering Gets Another Chance
South Carolina steels itself for another crack at legalizing online sports wagering, hoping to complete the process by January 2025. However, with two similar proposals failing to gain traction and rising public concerns regarding the hidden dangers of gambling, this newest attempt must convince stakeholders and the public that the benefits will outweigh the risks. […]