Tuesday, March 07, 2006

DEAL 'EM FOR CHARITY - 03/07/06 - The Detroit News

DEAL 'EM FOR CHARITY - 03/07/06 - The Detroit News: "DEAL 'EM FOR CHARITY

For more ailing nonprofits, Texas Hold 'em is a winner

Kim Kozlowski / The Detroit News


Bye-bye, bingo. Hello, Hold 'em.

The popular poker game is giving a boost to Michigan churches and nonprofits that in the past have appealed to gambling urges with fundraising bingo and Millionaire Parties

Such low-stakes venues have suffered over the past decade with increasing competition from Detroit, Windsor and tribal casinos. Where the local parish Vegas Night once was the only game in town, more than 21 casinos statewide now clamor for bettors' dollars."

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