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Illinois: Bally Bet Sportsbook & Bar debuts in Rock Island

Thursday, December 28, 2023 9:44 AM
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Bally’s Thursday announced that the company is opening a retail sportsbook at its Bally’s Sports Bar in Rock Island, Illinois.

The venue has been rebranded as Bally Bet Sportsbook & Bar, and is part of Bally’s Quad Cities Casino & Hotel.

“We are very proud to introduce our retail Bally Bet Sportsbook in Illinois, a state with a coveted sports history and a legion of loyal fans,” said Bally’s President George Papanier in a statement. “We are excited to bring this elevated experience to Quad Cities’ sports bar experience.  I would like to thank the State of Illinois for its collaboration throughout this process, and I would also like to recognize our team members for their contributions to this for this opportunity.

Bally Bet Sportsbook & Bar features three betting windows, five kiosks, 25 big screens, a 20-foot LED video wall, 25-seat bar, and a private dining area. The venue will be open Mondays thru Fridays from noon to 10 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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