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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 […]
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 Intermont College campus owner modifies plans
The owner of the former Virginia Intermont College in Bristol plans a new four-year school and mixed-use redevelopment for the site.
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.
Southwest Virginia businessman and philanthropist McGlothlin dies
Jim McGlothlin, a former coal magnate, backer of the state's first casino and a prominent philanthropist, has died at the age of 85.
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.
Virginia casinos report nearly $79M in April revenue
April gaming revenues from Virginia’s three casinos totaled $78.76 million, according to an May 15 report from the Virginia Lottery. April’s statewide casino gaming revenues were down $6.43 million from March’s $85.19 million.
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.
