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Spanberger says no to Fairfax casino with veto
Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed a bill that would have allowed a Fairfax County casino referendum, citing local control concerns and opposition from the board.
Virginia casinos report $100.1M in March revenue
March gaming revenues at Virginia’s three permanent casinos and Norfolk’s new temporary casino totaled $100.1 million.
Virginians spend nearly $575M in February sports wagers
Virginians bet $574.6 million on sports in February winning a total of $517.53 million, according to the Virginia Lottery.
Petersburg rolls out temporary Live! Casino
Petersburg launched a temporary Live! Casino featuring 900 slot machines and 30 table games while the $1.4 billion permanent resort is under construction.
Winchester Council greenlights casino study
Winchester City Council approved a feasibility study for a casino and entertainment complex, with a potential referendum as early as 2028 pending state approval.
Virginia casinos report $95M in February revenue
February gaming revenues at Virginia’s three permanent casinos and Norfolk’s new temporary casino totaled $95.2 million.
Bill to create independent gaming commission delayed to 2027
A Virginia Senate committee voted 11-3 to effectively kill a House bill that would create an independent agency to regulate state gambling.
Virginians spend $688M in January sports wagers
Virginians bet about $687.95 million on sports in January, winning more than $608.4 million, according to Virginia Lottery data.
Southern Virginia’s ready to capitalize on manufacturing
Southern Virginia is attracting major manufacturing investments in 2025, including expansions by Hitachi Energy and new facilities by WB Alloys and Nathan Trotter.
Will new casino be a jackpot for Norfolk?
Norfolk’s $750M casino project is on track for 2027, but rising competition and lower tax projections raise revenue questions.
Norfolk eyes Harbor Park entertainment district
An entertainment and nightlife district could be in the cards for the area surrounding Norfolk’s upcoming $750 million waterfront resort casino near Harbor Park. The city owns most of the property around the casino site and the ballpark, controlling almost seven acres in an area bordered by the Elizabeth River, railroad tracks and Interstate 264. […]
Virginians bet $7.68B on sports in 2025, up 10.9%
Sports betting revenue for 2025 was $787 million, up 27.4% from the year before.
