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Neon skills games screens signifies deadline for Gov. Youngkin to act on skills game bill

Deadline Approaches For Youngkin To Act On Skills Game Legislation

The deadline for Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin to act on a bill to legalize skills game machines in the commonwealth is fast approaching.

Posted on: April 8, 2024 | | Phil West

Woman celebrating signifies a lucky winner of a Powerball jackpot in Virginia

Virginia Lottery Player Wins $1 Million After Purchasing Powerball Ticket By Mistake

A Virginia woman has won $1 million from a Powerball ticket she mistakenly purchased when trying to buy a Mega Millions ticket.

Posted on: April 5, 2024 | | Cole Rush

Richmond skyline. Viriginia failed to pass a bill allowing in-state college betting and now face pressure from NCAA not to allow college prop betting

NCAA’s Campaign Against College Prop Bets Could Impact Virginia’s Efforts To Legalize Wagering On In-state Teams

As the NCAA requests states to not allow prop bets on college sports, Virginia efforts to legalize bets on in-state teams could be impacted.

Posted on: April 3, 2024 | | Cheryl Coward

Arrow blasting off indicates boost in February Virginia sports betting revenue

Virginia Sports Betting Is Up 25% Year Over Year In February

The year-over-year total for Virginia sports betting increased 25%, and the amount wagered passed $500 million for the sixth straight month.

Posted on: April 2, 2024 | | Phil West

Supporters rally to urge VA governor to sign skills game bill into law

Supporters Rally To Urge Youngkin To Sign Skills Games Bill

As Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin contemplates signing a skills game bill into law, supporters rallied to urge the governor to sign it.

Posted on: March 29, 2024 | | Phil West

Ted Leonsis Announced Wizards Capitals Arena Not Coming To VA

Why The Wizards And Capitals Arena Project In Virginia Went Up In Smoke

An 'ill-conceived' plan to package the arena with a Tysons Corner casino delivered the final blow to a potential economic boon for Virginia.

Posted on: March 28, 2024 | | Cole Rush

VA bettors couldn't bet on the Cavaliers in the NCAAB tournament

VA Bettors Still Can’t Bet On In-State NCAA Basketball Teams Or College Player Props

VA bettors still can't wager on in-state college teams, which may have saved some Virginia Cavaliers basketball fans some money.

Posted on: March 22, 2024 | | Phil West

Rosies in Hampton now 24 hours as Colonial Downs makes expansion moves.

Colonial Downs Making Expansion Moves In Hampton & Dumfries

Rosie's Gaming Emporium in Hampton moves to 24-hours, while Colonial Downs prepares to open The Rose Gaming Resort later this year.

Posted on: March 20, 2024 | | Phil West

Image of floating $100 bills for story on February 2024 revenue from Virginia casinos

February Tax Revenue From Virginia Casinos Tops $10 Million

February revenue from Virginia casinos came close to breaking the all-time monthly record, generating more than $10 million in tax revenue.

Posted on: March 15, 2024 | | Phil West

Photo of Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin for story on his expression of concerns over the VA skill games bill

Gov. Youngkin Expresses Fresh Concerns About VA Skill Games Bill

Virginia's governor has a bill on his desk that would make skill games legal starting July 1, but he has voiced concerns and may veto it.

Posted on: March 13, 2024 | | Phil West

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Deadline Approaches For Youngkin To Act On Skills Game Legislation

Virginia Lottery Player Wins $1 Million After Purchasing Powerball Ticket By Mistake

NCAA’s Campaign Against College Prop Bets Could Impact Virginia’s Efforts To Legalize Wagering On In-state Teams

Virginia Sports Betting Is Up 25% Year Over Year In February

Supporters Rally To Urge Youngkin To Sign Skills Games Bill

Why The Wizards And Capitals Arena Project In Virginia Went Up In Smoke

VA Bettors Still Can’t Bet On In-State NCAA Basketball Teams Or College Player Props

Colonial Downs Making Expansion Moves In Hampton & Dumfries

February Tax Revenue From Virginia Casinos Tops $10 Million

Gov. Youngkin Expresses Fresh Concerns About VA Skill Games Bill

Virginia Derby At Colonial Downs To Become A Kentucky Derby Qualifier

Betfred Exodus Could Soon Include Virginia

Lawmakers Eye One Agency To Oversee Virginia Gaming

Updated Norfolk Casino Plans Submitted After Years of Delays

Three New eInstants From Fennica Gaming Launch Through Virginia Lottery