Events

Post expires at 3:04am on Friday May 22nd, 2026

BBB Scam Alerts

Consumers confused, upset amid hundreds of unlicensed and unverified online gambling and gaming sites Millions of consumers across North America wager money online every day, placing bets on sporting events, taking part in casino-type games and wagering in prediction markets, even as online gambling and gaming straddles the line of ethics and legality. From 2022 to mid-2025, BBB received nearly 200 BBB Scam Tracker reports and over 10,000 business complaints related to online gambling and gaming. Some scam reports involved outright theft, while complaints showed a pattern of unclear terms and consumer misunderstandings. In some cases, consumers lost tens of thousands of dollars. This nascent industry’s growth is expected to explode in the coming years. At least one estimate for 2025 puts the size of the online gaming industry in the US at $103 billion. That number is expected to increase to nearly $170 billion within five years. With billions of dollars flowing through this global industry, a risky underbelly of pseudo-gambling, illegal gambling and scams has developed. Because of the sophistication of these impostors, bad actors and scammers, it can be hard for consumers to tell the difference between a legitimate bookkeeper, casino or betting company and those seeking to deceive or steal from the public. To help protect the public, BBB’s International Investigations Initiative put together a new study: “Grey markets and illegal gambling: BBB study finds consumers confused and upset, amid hundreds of unlicensed and unverified online casinos and sportsbooks.”  This study is intended to give the public, news media, researchers and regulatory agencies an in-depth understanding of: The web of gaming and gambling laws and regulations The types of online gaming Red flags to look out for when choosing an online casino  One man said he was playing an online slots game where he paid in for the chance to win money. When he won $1,900 and went to withdraw the funds, he was told by the company that the game wasn’t allowed in his state, and the payout could not be made. When he looked at the website, however, they still were allowing people located in the state to sign up and play, and there was no mention of the game being banned when he deposited funds. Meanwhile, a woman in California said she was playing a slots game with free spins. It was a site she used often, and she had previously deposited money to play. While using her free spins, she won $300. The website pivoted, saying she needed to deposit funds to get her winnings, despite those terms not being listed anywhere on the website. Red flags: Learn these signs Big promises around payouts Tempting ads without details Overseas business locations Sweepstakes-style games Payment through cryptocurrency Typos in names BBB’s tips: Read your state’s or province’s laws Check to see if the casino or sportsbook is licensed Read reviews and complaints, especially on BBB.org Check out the fine print, especially around incentives and rules Even legitimate websites may freeze winnings, be prepared Be sure websites are secure – look for a lock icon and “https” in the URL – and disclose privacy policies If you believe you have a problem with gambling, contact the National Problem Gambling Hotline (1-800-GAMBLER) Where to report scams: BBB Scam Tracker Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or call 877-FTC-Help Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) or call (202) 324-3000 Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre or call 1-888-4

Post expires at 9:18am on Friday May 22nd, 2026

Registration is now open for Mt. Pleasant City Mens & Womens Softball Leagues.  Games will be played on Tuesday nights.  Up to 16 players per team.  Deadline to register is May 22.  For more information contact the Recreation Department at (435)462-3108

Post expires at 6:25am on Saturday May 23rd, 2026

Delta Classic Rock Crawl Brought to you by TreadLightly!

187 S Manzanita Ave, Delta

Come out for some “old school” rock crawling action. Event includes class divisions ranging from mild to wild and a rock race! Spectators get in free with free camping on-site.
Event starts at 1:00pm Friday and 10:00am Saturday.

Post expires at 10:02am on Saturday May 23rd, 2026

Beau’s Auto Parts in Beaver, UT.

Post expires at 10:59am on Saturday May 23rd, 2026

Join us for our 2nd Annual Senior’s Art Expo on Saturday, May 23rd from 2-3:30pm.  View over 100 pieces of artwork, showcasing the talents of our residents from Pioneer Valley Lodge.  The event starts at 2pm with a special red ribbon cutting.  This is a free family-friendly event, open to the public.  There will be light snacks, live music and a chance to win a free goodie basket.  The event is sponsored by the Utah Division of Arts & Museums under the Creative Aging Grant and hosted by Pioneer Valley Lodge.

Post expires at 8:54am on Sunday May 24th, 2026

Manti Templar Classic 3V3 soccer tournament May 25th @Manti sports complex 998N 100E Manti. Open to Boys and girls 2-12th grade $25 per player.

For more information contact Jake Dettinger @ 435-851-7803 or via email Jake.Dettinger@gmail.com.

Post expires at 6:05am on Tuesday May 26th, 2026

MAYFIELD ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY BREAKFAST IN THE MAYFIELD PARK 8 AM TILL 11 AM BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY, $5.00 PER PERSON.  THAT IS MAY 25TH.

SEE YOU THERE.

Post expires at 8:55am on Tuesday May 26th, 2026

Post expires at 6:02am on Wednesday May 27th, 2026

Sons of Utah Pioneers, Wednesday May 27th at 6PM at the Central Valley Town Center.

Life story of John Albert Scorup, a Salina native who started out in 1891 to make his way as a cowboy in Southeastern Utah.

Many years of hard work and exceptional grit led him to having the largest cattle ranch in the U.S. and eventual enshrinement in the Cowboy Hall of

Fame. His  posterity includes present Salina cowboys Rick Nelson,  Alan, Scott, and Gurney

Post expires at 9:05am on Wednesday May 27th, 2026