Raising the 'stakes

May 17, 2012

(O-N-E photo by Nash Dunn)

Sweepstakes parlors, also referred to as Internet cafés, are plentiful in Catawba County.

Newton has three, Conover has a handful and Hickory has several, too, including the state’s first parlor.

Area residents may see even more in the near future.

Maiden’s Town Council recently agreed to permit sweepstakes establishments within town limits.