Legal
November 8, 2023
Virginia: Richmond Voters Reject Casino Project Once Again
Residents of Richmond, Virginia, once again voted against a proposed project that called for the development of a casino. The proposed $562 million project sought the development of Richmond Grand Resort and Casino, a new casino that would’ve been constructed just off Interstate 95. Supporters of the project said that it would bring economic stimulus, […]
Legal
October 27, 2023
Deadline Nears for Virginia Beach Skill Game Crackdown
Virginia Beach is gearing up for a major crackdown on electronic skill games, giving business owners a 30-day grace period before enforcement begins on November 26. Businesses and Players Grapple with Harsh Penalties on Skill Games Skill games, which resemble slot machines but involve an element of player skill, have been a contentious issue in […]
Legal
October 24, 2023
Virginia: Richmond Casino Opponent Wins Lawsuit on Voter Lists
An anti-casino group in Virginia can now focus its campaign efforts ahead of the November ballot after a judge’s decision related to voter registration lists. Paul Goldman is known as the founder of the No Means No Casino group in the state. He is also an experienced political analyst who rejects a proposal for a […]
Industry
October 16, 2023
Slots-Like Skill Games Once Again Banned in Virginia
In an unexpected ruling on Friday, the Supreme Court of Virginia reversed a lower court decision and reinstated the state’s prohibition on slots-like skill machines. The Supreme Court issued this ruling during a review of the legality of a longstanding injunction issued by a lower court that had prevented the state from enforcing the ban […]
Casino
October 10, 2023
Caesars Expects to Open Virginia Property on Schedule
American casino and hospitality giant Caesars Entertainment continues its work on its upcoming property in Danville, Virginia. Danville Register & Bee, a local news outlet, inquired about the state of the project and learned that everything seems to be on track for a 2024 opening. The outlet contacted Caesars Virginia’s general manager, Chris Albrecht, who […]
Sports
September 22, 2023
Virginia’s Sports Betting Tax Revenue Soars Beyond Projections
Virginia has reaped a windfall of tax revenue from sports betting and casinos that far exceeds initial predictions made four years ago when the state was mulling over the idea of expanding its gambling industry. Tax Revenue from Sports Betting in Virginia Surges to $67M in FY 2023 According to the latest figures presented by […]
Industry
September 6, 2023
Betr Expands Real Money Sportsbook Offering to Virginia
Prominent online sports betting operator Betr has officially launched its real-money sportsbook product in Virginia. This expansion marks Betr’s third venture into real money online sports betting, following successful forays into Ohio and Massachusetts. The move hopes to leverage Betr Media’s success, engaging sports fans to drive users to the gambling product. The Launch Marks […]
Legal
September 1, 2023
Richmond Casino Enemy Sues the Virginia State Board of Elections over Withheld Data
The battle for Richmond City continues as opponents of the casino project seek to block the One Casino + Resort project for a second time. At the forefront of the opposition is Paul Goldman, an attorney and political consultant who is preparing to take the Virginia State Board of Elections to court over allegedly withheld […]
Sports
July 6, 2023
Virginia Sets New Record with Over $1B in Gross Sports Wagering Revenue
Virginia has become the seventh state to surpass $1 billion in gross sports wagering revenue, according to a report released by the Virginia Lottery. The state achieved this milestone in just 29 months since the launch of legal wagering in January 2021. Virginia Sportsbooks Generate $48.1 Million in May 2023 In May 2023, sportsbooks in […]
Casino
July 5, 2023
Rivers Casino Portsmouth Showers Millionth Guest with Prizes
Rivers Casino Portsmouth welcomed its 1 millionth guest six months after opening. The unsuspecting visitor was showered with gifts and celebrated by the staff. The property shared the news on Twitter on July 1, celebrating the occasion. The millionth guest was Terri Powell, a woman from Norfolk. She was surprised with a variety of gifts, […]
