Dann Stupp, Author at Play Virginia

Pro Bristol Casino Commercial Airs Locally, Promotes New Jobs

A new 30-second TV commercial has debuted that focuses on Bristol casino jobs. Officials released the video on Tuesday. In it, Bristol residents and local leaders discuss their support for the potential Hard Rock Bristol Hotel and Casino. The Bristol casino commercial is part of a final promotional push for the potential $400 million project. […]

Posted on: September 9, 2020 | | Dann Stupp

Portsmouth Casino Developer Offers 5% Minority Ownership Stake

Rush Street Gaming, the Portsmouth casino developer, is looking to expand the project's ownership group as the Virginia city nears a voter referendum.

Posted on: September 4, 2020 | | Dann Stupp

How To Watch And Bet On The Kentucky Derby In Virginia

When it comes to the 2020 Kentucky Derby in Virginia, TVG offers bettors the opportunity to wager on horse racing’s famed race.

Posted on: September 3, 2020 | | Dann Stupp

DC Sports Betting Revenue For July Highest Yet At $142K

Washington, DC, sports betting saw a noticeable uptick with its July revenue numbers. However, the beleaguered market faces ever-increasing competition.

Posted on: September 3, 2020 | | Dann Stupp

City Council Unanimously Votes In Favor Of Danville Casino

The Danville City Council voted unanimously in favor of a development agreement with Caesars for a $400 million Danville casino.

Posted on: September 2, 2020 | | Dann Stupp

Norfolk Casino Committee Launches To Promote Referendum

A potential Virginia casino took one step closer to reality when the All In for Norfolk Casino Committee officially kicked off its referendum campaign.

Posted on: August 31, 2020 | | Dann Stupp

VA Native, Casino Partner Calls Project A Billion-Dollar ‘Moonshot’ For Bristol

Jim McGlothlin, a partner in the Bristol casino project that’s planned for Virginia, is imploring voters to approve the Nov. 3 referendum.

Posted on: August 27, 2020 | | Dann Stupp

DraftKings Pushes Virginia For Wider Range Of Sports Betting Options

DraftKings in Virginia could soon become a reality, but the sportsbook giant hopes VA eases some of its potential sports betting restrictions.

Posted on: August 26, 2020 | | Dann Stupp

Opinion: Ban On Virginia College Betting Hinders Fertile Market

Restrictions on Virginia college betting, especially those involving in-state colleges and universities, will hinder a promising new sports wagering market.

Posted on: August 25, 2020 | | Dann Stupp