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Bristol hopes for bigger share of casino tax
The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol this November marked its first year in its permanent facility — a milestone that the city’s mayor says prompted officials to move ahead with trying to change how tax revenue from the casino is divided. “We’re excited to have them here,” says Mayor Becky Nave, “but we just […]
100 People to Meet in 2026: Hosts
Nourishing and delighting us, these Virginians welcome us to their communities through food, hospitality and entertainment.
Virginia casinos report $82M in October revenue
October gaming revenues for Virginia’s three casinos totaled $82.1 million, according to data the Virginia Lottery released Friday.
Virginia casinos report $73M in September revenue
September gaming revenues for Virginia’s three casinos totaled $73.08 million, down almost 14% month-over-month but up 29% year-over-year
Virginians wagered $510M on sports in August
Virginians bet about $510.2 million on sports in August, up 22% from 2024. It generated nearly $8.7M in taxes
Virginia casinos report $84.8M in August revenue
August gaming revenues from Virginia’s three casinos totaled $84.8 million, up $90,000 from July according to a Virginia Lottery report.
Virginia casinos report $84.7M in July revenue
July gaming revenues from Virginia’s three casinos totaled $84.7 million, up $6.2 million from June according to the Virginia Lottery.
Virginia casinos report $78.5M in June revenue
June gaming revenues from Virginia’s three casinos totaled $78.5 million, down $6.9 million from May, according to a Virginia Lottery report.
Virginia casinos report $85.4M in May revenue
May gaming revenues from Virginia’s three casinos totaled $85.39 million, according to a June 13 report from the Virginia Lottery.
May 2025 Virginia 500 Spotlight: ALLIE EVANGELISTA
From Brazil to Virginia, Evangelista's journey spans hotel housekeeping, cultural exploration, and insights on AI's future in hospitality.
Va. casinos report $85M+ in March revenues
March gaming revenues from Virginia’s three casinos totaled $85.19 million, according to an April 15 report from the Virginia Lottery. March’s statewide casino gaming revenues were up $10.02 million from February’s $75.17 million. Last month, Hard Rock Bristol casino reported about $21.33 million in adjusted gaming revenues (wagers minus winnings), of which about $17.35 million [[...]
Virginians bet more than $556M on sports in February
Virginians bet more than $556.83 million on sports in February, 2.2% more than they bet in the same month the year before, even though February 2024 was a leap year and offered an extra day for wagering. Virginia bettors won more than $490 million in February, according to Virginia Lottery data released Tuesday. About $553.02 […]
