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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.
State tourism fortunes rose in 2025 from casinos
Virginia's tourism expanded rapidly in 2025 with new casino openings, entertainment venues, and major events boosting economic impact and visitor numbers.
Fairfax casino bill now says resort can be built anywhere in county
Legislation to present Fairfax County voters with a casino referendum this fall progressed through the Virginia State Senate on Feb. 13 with a bipartisan vote.
Virginia casino revenue jumps 32% in 2025
Virginia’s casinos saw adjusted gaming revenue rise 32% in 2025, led by Caesars Virginia and boosted by Norfolk’s temporary casino.
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.
Norfolk’s long-awaited temporary casino opens Friday
Norfolk’s first casino experience opens Friday inside a temporary gaming hall, a predecessor to the future $750 million resort.
Rivers Casino Portsmouth workers win Virginia’s first casino union contract
In a first for Virginia’s gaming industry, workers at Rivers Casino Portsmouth have approved a three-year union contract with a 95% yes vote
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
Roanoke eyes casino at Berglund Center
Roanoke officials announced they are exploring the idea of locating a casino at the Berglund Center to boost revenue and tourism.
Rivers Casino Portsmouth hires new general manager
Antonio Perez Jr. takes over as general manager at Rivers Casino Portsmouth, bringing more than two decades of gaming industry experience.
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.
