Location: Virginia
Virginia: Richmond voters decide Tuesday if developers can build a casino
New jobs, alleged fear-mongering, racism, antisemitism, and more terms like this have been involved in what will be the most competitive... more
Virginia: What land use tells us about Richmond’s gambling referendum
Although Richmond’s last referendum on allowing a casino within city limits was a close vote of 51% against and 49% in favor, both sides... more
Virginia: As casino referendum draws near, what can Richmond learn from the ‘World’s Playground’ Atlantic City?
Five hours north of Richmond and east of Philadelphia, a giant white sign dangles over an overpass welcoming visitors to the “World’s... more
Virginia: Yard House restaurant to open at Rivers Casino Portsmouth
A popular restaurant at Virginia Beach Town Center is getting ready to open a new location at Rivers Casino Portsmouth. Yard House, a... more
OPINION: The wild card that is Richmond, Virginia’s, casino do-over
Cruising South Richmond on a recent rainy day, checking out the site of the proposed casino — there were piles of spent tires, brambles, a... more
Virginia: New casino referendum bill to include show hall, conference center
Sen. David Marsden (D-Burke) envisions a new entertainment district in Tysons to include a performance space where major entertainers like... more
Virginia: Hosts of pro-Richmond casino radio show make offensive remarks
With just days until Richmonders vote on the Virginia city’s second casino referendum in three years, casino stakeholders are facing... more
Virginia sports wagering handle exceeds $520 million in September
Virginia reported its largest month of sports wagering activity thus far in 2023 and the second busiest month ever during September. The... more
Virginia: HeadWaters Casino developers submit ‘preliminary’ site plan again to City of Norfolk
The renderings are spectacular, but the question is, will it actually happen? The HeadWaters Resort & Casino would be a $500 million... more
Virginia: Backers rally support for Richmond casino ahead of referendum vote
Six thousand people attended a free concert by the Isley Brothers in Richmond, Virginia, last weekend, part of the campaign to encourage... more

