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Fourth-Largest Virginia Lottery Ticket Is $161 Million Powerball Jackpot

A $161 million Powerball jackpot ticket was sold by a Dublin retailer, according to the Virginia Lottery. It's the fourth-highest winner in state history.

Posted on: March 9, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

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Betr Acquires Virginia Sports Betting License, Becomes 16th Sportsbook

The Jake Paul-led microbetting platform Betr acquired a Virginia sports betting license on Monday, becoming the state's 16th sportsbook.

Posted on: March 9, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

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What To Know About Job Hiring Event At Virginia Bristol Casino

The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol will hold a hiring event on Wednesday for food and beverage positions. Here's what to know if you're attending.

Posted on: March 7, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

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Virginia Lottery PSA Spotlights Help For Those With Problem Gambling

March is National Problem Gambling Awareness Month, and the Virginia Lottery and Virginia Council on Problem Gaming offer ways to seek help.

Posted on: March 2, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

Virginia’s January Sports Betting Handle Jumps To Over $500 Million

In January 2023, Virginia sports bettors wagered over $10 million more than the previous month. Here's a closer look at the numbers.

Posted on: March 1, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

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Virginia’s Ban On Skill Games Puts Hold On Casino Plans

Virginia casino plans are currently on hold due to a pending lawsuit decision regarding the state's ban on electronic skill games.

Posted on: February 24, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

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Petersburg Casino Plans On Life Support Following Virginia Committee Vote

HB 1373, which would have given Virginia residents the ability to vote on approving a casino in Petersburg, failed.

Posted on: February 24, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

A Look At Virginia’s Latest $1 Million Lottery Winners In 2023

Virginia produced four $1 million winners on lottery games so far in 2023. Here's a look at the different paths to a windfall.

Posted on: February 22, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

Hacked And Hoisted: More Crooks Target Virginia Gaming Machines

Gaming Machines are paying out too much in some VA towns. Businesses have called police after thieves played a game of catch me if you can.

Posted on: February 16, 2023 | | Russ Mitchell

January Virginia Casino Revenue Reaches All-Time High

January Virginia casino revenue set a single-month high. The new Portsmouth casino helped drive the industry into new territory.

Posted on: February 15, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

Fourth-Largest Virginia Lottery Ticket Is $161 Million Powerball Jackpot

Betr Acquires Virginia Sports Betting License, Becomes 16th Sportsbook

What To Know About Job Hiring Event At Virginia Bristol Casino

Virginia Lottery PSA Spotlights Help For Those With Problem Gambling

Virginia’s January Sports Betting Handle Jumps To Over $500 Million

Virginia’s Ban On Skill Games Puts Hold On Casino Plans

Petersburg Casino Plans On Life Support Following Virginia Committee Vote

A Look At Virginia’s Latest $1 Million Lottery Winners In 2023

Hacked And Hoisted: More Crooks Target Virginia Gaming Machines

January Virginia Casino Revenue Reaches All-Time High

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