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Virginia Casinos See Big Revenue Gains in 2024, Led by Rivers Casino Portsmouth

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In 2024, Virginia’s three casinos posted impressive gains, with a total of nearly $732 million in adjusted gaming revenues (AGR), marking an almost 32% increase from the previous year. The state's gambling sect...

New Casino Proposal in Tysons Sparks Fresh Debate in Virginia Legislature

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As Virginia lawmakers prepare for the 2025 legislative session, one key issue is making a comeback: the proposed construction of a casino in Fairfax County, specifically in the Tysons area. This idea has been b...

National Security and Public Opposition Intensify Against Tysons Casino Proposal

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A plan to construct a casino near Tysons, Virginia, has drawn criticism from 109 former defense industry leaders, intelligence officials, and members of Congress. In a detailed letter, these officials highlight...

Caesars Virginia Sets New Grand Opening Date for December 17; Owensboro Racing & Gaming Eyes Feb 12, 2025 Launch

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Caesars Virginia has adjusted the date of its grand opening, now slated for December 17 instead of December 12. The announcement, made by Caesars Entertainment, highlighted an array of festivities, including a ...

Petersburg Embraces Economic Renaissance with Approval of Live! Casino Resort

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Petersburg, Virginia, is poised for a significant transformation following the overwhelming approval by local voters of the Live! Casino Resort, a $1.4 billion project expected to spur economic growth and revit...

Fairfax County Casino Debate Heats Up with New Legislation Postponed to 2025

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The proposal to introduce a casino in Fairfax County, Virginia, has once again ignited a fervent debate among local residents, labor unions, and lawmakers. As the prospect of introducing gambling facilities in ...

Bristol Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Unveils New Permanent Facility

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Mark your calendars for November 14th as the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol unveils its long-awaited $515 million permanent facility. This grand opening, set to transform the entertainment landscape of So...

Norfolk Approves Casino Project with Pamunkey Tribe and Boyd Gaming in Virginia

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Norfolk’s long-awaited casino project has moved forward, with plans for a temporary casino by November 2025 and a permanent resort by 2027. The project, a partnership between the Pamunkey Indian Tribe and Las V...

Betr Holdings Introduces ‘Group Mode’ and Debuts Betr Online Sportsbook

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Betr Holdings, Inc., a prominent sports gaming and media entity, is broadening its footprint with the introduction of its innovative peer-to-peer feature, "Group Mode," for Betr Picks. Coinciding with this roll...

Norfolk’s Proposed Resort Casino Undergoes Changes: A Name Rebrand and Design Adjustments

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In a recent Architectural Review Board (ARB) meeting on Monday, August 19th, the development team behind Virginia’s long-awaited casino project hinted that the name “Headwaters Resort & Casino” might no lon...

Caesars Virginia Casino Eyes Q4 Opening with Expanded Gaming

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The eagerly anticipated Caesars Virginia casino remains on course for its grand opening in the fourth quarter of this year, a timeline confirmed by Ray Dunkle, the Virginia Lottery's director of gaming operatio...

Petersburg, VA Poised for Casino Development Pending November Referendum Approval

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Petersburg is on the brink of potentially becoming home to a new casino. The Virginia Lottery Department has given its nod to the city’s plans, marking a significant step forward. All that remains now is for a ...