BREAKING NEWS: Bingo development agreement approved unanimously

The Etowah County Commission voted unanimously today to approve a development agreement for the proposed charitable bingo facility in the county. A special meeting was called for the vote.

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Tue, March 24th, 2009

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  • By the 1370s, playing cards had reached Europe in a form that is recognizable today, with a pack consisting of 52 cards with suits of swords, polo-sticks, cups and coins.
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