Arkansas’ final greyhound race at West Memphis’ Southland Casino Hotel happened on New Year’s Eve. Now, West Virginia alone offers greyhound racing in the United States. But no one knows for how long.
Only Wheeling Island Casino in Ohio County and Mardi Gras Casino & Resort near Charleston host West Virginia greyhound races.
To operate a state-licensed casino, they must do so by state law. But some think the state legislature convening this year may change that. Those who want the dogs to stay include Sen. Ryan Weld, R-Brooke.
He maintains it’s a humane sport that provides economic benefits to the area he represents.
