The raid shows that Texas authorities still don’t understand poker rules Authorities conducted a raid yesterday morning at The Lodge Card Club, one of the largest poker venues in Texas. The operation was carried out by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, though officials have not yet publicly explained the reason for the visit. The @WPT
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Las Vegas Sands Not Giving up Casino Fight in Texas Despite Opposition
Local elections aren’t favoring casino plans, but Sands plans on making more investments Las Vegas Sands is continuing its push to bring casino gambling to Texas, even after several political setbacks during the latest primary elections. Candidates supported by the company lost multiple races against opponents who openly oppose gambling expansion in the state. Several
Canaan Buys Stake in Texas Cryptocurrency Mining Farms to Expand Operations
Company executives described the projects as a solid base for long-term growth Bitcoin hardware manufacturer Canaan has expanded its US footprint by acquiring Cipher Mining’s 49% interest in three Texas-based mining ventures for $39.75 million. The assets, known collectively as the ABC Projects, include Alborz LLC, Bear LLC, and Chief Mountain LLC. Following the transaction,
Poker Bankroll Challenge Doesn’t Go Well for Young Player
Alex “KDog Poker” Kobzyev finds out it’s difficult changing $100 into $30,000 A young Texas poker vlogger saw his ambitious bankroll challenge come to a quick and painful end. Alex “KDog Poker” Kobzyev set out to turn $100 into $30,000 in one month, fully aware the odds were stacked against him. The challenge lasted just
Kalshi to Offer Contracts on Lodge Card Club Livestreamed Poker Games
The partnership signals Kalshi’s willingness to test new ground as it expands beyond its original market focus Kalshi is pushing deeper into the poker world with a new partnership tied to live-streamed cash games. The prediction market company announced a deal with The Lodge Card Club, which operates two popular poker rooms in Texas and
Well-Known Poker Cheats Busted at the Lodge in Texas
The two criminals had already been banned from poker in other states Two well-known poker cheats were caught once again last week, this time at The Lodge Card Club in Round Rock, Texas. The incident involved Norberto Pardo, 49, and Yaiquel Mosqueda-Perez, 43, both of whom had previously been banned from multiple poker rooms in
RunGood Poker Series Goes to Texas This Month
The series will make a stop at The Lodge Card Club in Round Rock The RunGood Poker Series is heading to Texas this month, continuing its Passport Season with a stop at The Lodge Card Club in Round Rock. Located just outside Austin, the venue has become one of the state’s most popular destinations for
Texas to Join as Official Stop on the 2026 WSOP Circuit Tour
The first event will run from April 23 through May 4 at TCH Social in Austin Texas will officially join the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit Tour in 2026, marking a first for the state and a major milestone for its live poker scene. The WSOP confirmed that Austin will host a Circuit stop
The 2025 PGT Texas PLO Roundup Completes a Solid Run in Houston
The $3,300 Main Event drew 337 entries before Stephen Hubbard took the title The 2025 PGT Texas PLO Roundup ended a successful run at Champions Club Texas in Houston, wrapping up ten days of action-packed Pot-Limit Omaha tournaments. Held from November 14–24, the series drew strong fields and delivered competitive final tables across all buy-in
WSOP Circuit Heads to Texas for the First Time
Texas Card House will host the first-ever WSOPC event in Texas next year The WSOP Circuit is finally making its way to Texas, marking the first time the series will stop in the state. Austin is set to host the historic event in spring 2026, with Texas Card House serving as the venue. The move
Texas Election Results Don’t Help Casino Efforts in the State
Las Vegas Sands-backed John Huffman failed to succeed in the Senate race Efforts to bring casino gambling to Texas hit another roadblock after last week’s special election in Senate District 9, where casino-backed candidate John Huffman failed to advance to the runoff. Huffman, a Republican and former mayor of Southlake, finished third behind Democrat Taylor
Texas Elections Could Determine Fate of Casino Discussions
The Senate race for Texas Senate District 9 may play a key role in the future of Texas gambling A special election in Tarrant County for Texas Senate District 9 has unexpectedly become a key moment in the Lone Star State’s long-running debate over casino gambling. The race, triggered by the resignation of Republican Senator











