Aaron McCollough, leader of the Troup Baptist Association, is marshalling opposition to a reported plan to bring casino gambling to the LaGrange area. By ROGER ALFORDThe Christian Index LaGRANGE, Ga. – News that a coalition of casino companies will be making a major push to expand gambling in Georgia has Aaron McCollough concerned. McCollough, leader […]
By Mike Griffin For the seventh year in a row, we have had to deal with legislation seeking to expand gambling in the state of Georgia. During this year’s 2021 legislative session, we had 11 bills dealing with gambling expansion or promotion. The legislation dealt primarily with casinos, pari-mutuel betting on horses, online sports betting, […]
Some would call it shenanigans. Others might call it mischief.
House Bill 158 and Senate Bill 79 are the latest attempt by the gambling industry to invade our great state.
Dare we treat our religious freedom lightly when so many gave their lives for it?
When you imagine a destination resort, what comes to mind?
Yesterday afternoon Speaker David Ralston delayed the casino bill and resolution until this Monday which will be the 30th Day, known as Crossover Day. He said that House members needed to hear from their constituents over the weekend and in church on Sunday … which elicited laughter from some House members … and “the faith […]