Hill Kerby

Hill Kerby is a proponent of safe, legal betting, and is grateful to be able to contribute to growing the industry. He has a background in poker, sports, and psychology, all of which he incorporates into his writing.

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Blurred casino floor signifies Virginia July casino revenue report

Virginia Casino Revenue Grows Nearly 4% Yearly In July

Despite a second poor month for the temporary Danville Casino, Virginia casino revenue was up nearly 4% from July 2023.

Posted on: August 20, 2024 | | Hill Kerby

A photo of construction and a roulette wheel on a story about a casino developer possibly putting together a plan for VA.

After Failed Vote, Developer Won’t Rule Out Another VA Casino Plan

Developer Urban One is still reeling from its defeat in November, when Richmond voted down its casino plan. It now is considering next steps.

Posted on: December 12, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

Photo of a semi-trailer loading boxes with Kindred and Unibet logos on a story about the sports betting app leaving the Virginia market by the middle of 2024.

Unibet To Exit Virginia Sports Betting Market By End Of Q2 2024

With little market penetration, Kindred Group's Unibet will leave all North America by the middle of next year.

Posted on: December 7, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

Photo of Richmond Mayor Levan Stoney on a story about taxes being raised because of a failed casino initiative in the city.

Richmond Mayor Says Failed Casino Axed Childcare Plans, Will Raise Taxes

Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney warns city residents that taxes will probably be raised because casino vote failed.

Posted on: November 15, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

Photo of the exterior of Rivers Casino Portsmouth on a story about how the gaming place has exceeded economic goals in its first year.

Rivers Casino Portsmouth Economic Impact Exceeding Expectations In Its First Year

Rivers Casino Portsmouth just celebrated nine months in business, and it’s already having a greater effect on the community than expected. Parent company Rush Street Interactive presented slides during last week’s Virginia Lottery Board meeting that Rivers Casino Portsmouth generated nearly $10 million in local taxes since opening on Jan. 23. Rivers was Virginia’s first […]

Posted on: November 9, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

Photo of a woman with two thumbs down on a rendering of a proposed casino in Richmond on a story about voters rejecting that proposal on Election Day.

Richmond Casino Referendum Defeated Soundly On Election Day

Voters in Richmond overwhelmingly decide they do not want a casino in their city, as the proposal fails for the second time.

Posted on: November 8, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

Rendering of a proposed casino in Richmond on a story about voters in the city possibly choosing to OK it being built.

Richmond Casino Vote Tuesday To Be Tight; Latest Poll 50/50

A poll released on the eve of the election in Richmond shows that voters are evenly split on whether to allow a casino in the city.

Posted on: November 7, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

Rendering of Caesars permanent casino that opens in 2024 on a story about the city of Danville questioning whether there will be enough lodging in the area once it opens.

Can Danville Handle Lodging Demands When Permanent Caesars Opens?

Some are questioning whether Danville has adequate hotel space to house visitors that come to play at Caesar's permanent casino.

Posted on: November 6, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

Judge rejects attempt to block Richmond vote on a new casino.

Effort To Block Richmond Casino Referendum Fails

A judge has ruled against a group in Richmond that tried to stop a November vote on a casino project in the city.

Posted on: August 30, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

Your 2024 game day guide to Virginia Tech games at Lane Stadium

Your 2024 Virginia Tech Football Game Day Guide

This game day guide will help you take in some or all of the Virginia Tech Hokies' home contests in the 2024 season.

Posted on: August 21, 2023 | | Hill Kerby