Gambling is defined as placing bets with the hope of Gambling is defined as placing bets with the hope of winning money or a reward — or as taking a risk. When Andrew Jonas opened Card House Port St. Lucie, he believed his odds were good.
A sure thing, actually.
Although gambling has been around for eons — earliest evidence dates to 2300 BC — legalized gambling in Florida has been a roller coaster ride. Nevertheless, it is a $2 billion industry here, increasing annually.