Liquor Permit Request Brings State Gambling Issue Close To Home

Tuesday, February 19, 2013                              10:00 PM　

Findlay City Council took up a request for a D5 liquor permit by Sharp Tops Players Club on Flag City Drive. While a request of this nature is not unusual, a discussion ensued because of the nature of the business. Councilman Randy Ward said denial by council is largely on principal only..

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The Ohio Attorney General has been looking into establishments around the state where the line between legal and illegal gambling has not been clearly defined..

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Councilman Ward along with the rest of the council members present voted to deny the liquor permit without a hearing and anticipate a decision on the state level with regard to internet cafes and other similar establishments.