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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.
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.
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.
Roanoke Valley confronts hotel room shortage
As a trio of hotels shuttered in the city over the past several years, the number of rooms available in Roanoke to travelers has shrunk. Two hotels — the Blue Ridge Hotel & Conference Center, which closed in late 2019, and a Days Inn that shuttered in 2022 — were replaced by multifamily developments. And […]
Peterson Cos. plans smaller-scale Sphere in National Harbor
Sphere Entertainment plans a $1B, 6,000-seat version of the Las Vegas Sphere in National Harbor, Maryland, boosting tourism and jobs.
Petersburg casino preview features 900+ slot machines
A temporary casino with 900 slot machines and 30 table games – but still no poker or a sportsbook – will open in Petersburg on Jan. 22
Newport News music festival set for Memorial Day weekend 2026
Newport News City Council approved a $3 million grant to support the launch of a major music festival coming Memorial Day Weekend 2026.
Petersburg casino announces opening date for temporary facility
The temporary Live! Casino Virginia in Petersburg will open Jan. 22, 2026, pending regulatory approval.
Demand rises for unique meeting locations
Event planners are choosing distinctive Virginia venues — from art museums to racetracks — to create memorable experiences.
VA1 Summit gives tourism pros chance to talk
Virginia tourism leaders will gather in Danville for the annual VA1 Summit to discuss innovation, AI and the future of travel.
Notable hotels opening across Virginia
Virginia’s hotel sector remains strong despite reduced federal travel, with new luxury and boutique properties opening statewide.
