Day: June 15, 2009

Poker

Gov. Crist signs gaming bill

Gov. Charlie Crist today signed Senate Bill 788, which authorizes him to negotiate a new compact with the Seminole Tribe of Florida. If the compact

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WSOP Event #24: 11 from Florida cash

Eleven Floridians cashed in World Series of Poker Event #24 (No-Limit Hold’em). The $1,500 event drew 2,506 players. <strong>Florida cashers</strong> 87. Philip Gurian, Boca Raton,

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WSOP Event 23: Justin Smith lone Floridian to cash

Justin Smith of Orlando was the only Floridian to cash in World Series of Poker Event #23 (World Championship 2-7 Draw Lowball). The $10,000 event drew 96 players. <strong>Florida cashers</strong> 9. Justin Smith, Orlando, $19,870 <strong>Florida to date</strong> <strong>Money won:</strong>$1,950,915 <strong>Cashes:</strong>111 <strong>Final tables:</strong>7 <strong>Bracelets:</strong>1 <strong>Florida players who cash (or their families or friends) are encouraged […]

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