Location: Virginia
How and where Danville’s casino revenue is being spent, one year after Caesars Virginia opened
Slot machines blink and whir, chips hit the table, ATMs spit out cash, dice roll and all the while, the City of Danville gets part of the... more
Virginia: Here’s where Roanoke City leaders stand on casino idea
WDBJ7 learned Wednesday that the City of Roanoke is paying a lobbying firm $6,000 a month to advocate for its casino project in the General... more
Virginia: Petersburg police prepare for casino opening with multi-agency security briefing
The Petersburg Police Department brought together more than half a dozen law enforcement agencies for a security and safety briefing ahead... more
Roanoke is paying Virginia lobbying firm $6,000 monthly to pursue casino deal
Roanoke is paying a lobbying firm $6,000 a month plus other potential expenses to pursue a casino license for the city — despite opposition... more
Virginia: New casinos boost casino revenue year-over-year in November
Boosted by two casinos moving into permanent facilities and a new temporary casino opening, casino revenue in Virginia saw a 29.7%... more
Virginia: Locals speak against potential casino at Roanoke City Council meeting
Back in October, Roanoke City announced its intention to bring an entertainment center to Roanoke. This included a potential casino in the... more
Virginia slot routes hop in November
Revenue from historical racing machines (HHR) in Virginia rose in November. All the devices in question are owned by Churchill Downs.... more
Virginia lawmakers prioritize establishing Gaming Commission as senator plans to re-introduce bill allowing casino in D.C.’s suburbs
Efforts are underway to establish one regulatory board to oversee gaming in the Commonwealth as conversations about a possible plan to... more
Virginia legislators, some residents opposed to Roanoke casino idea
The Roanoke City Council did not include a request for casino approval or mention the issue in its list of legislative priorities that will... more
Virginia: Fairfax board narrowly votes to oppose any casino legislation not requested by supervisors
By the narrowest of majorities, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors went on record today (Tuesday) opposing any state legislation... more


