Virginia Casino and Sports Betting News

At $1 Billion, VA Powerball Eyes Near-Record Jackpot

VA Powerball players have another big jackpot on the horizon for Monday's drawing. The game's jackpot is up to $1 billion as of Monday.

Posted on: October 31, 2022 | | Russ Mitchell

Lottery Says Virginia Online Bets Are Safe: Here’s Why

Virginia online bets are secure if you're playing through the Virginia Lottery. Here's how the state agency protects your data.

Posted on: October 28, 2022 | | Adam Hensley

Petersburg VA Casino Plans Could Leave Richmond Behind

A Petersburg, VA casino forum introduced Cordish Cos. as a developer. Could a Live! Casino go up at Richmond's expense?

Posted on: October 27, 2022 | | Russ Mitchell

Two Cities, 25 Miles Apart, Continue Joust For A New Virginia Casino

New Virginia casino construction plans could come down to politics as Richmond and Petersburg both want to bring new business to town.

Posted on: October 24, 2022 | | Russ Mitchell

Virginia Lottery Halloween Games Lurk In The Dark, Ready To Be Scratched

Virginia Lottery Halloween games might glow from your app or create a scratching sound when a coin rubs the ticket. But it's all in good fun.

Posted on: October 20, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

Study Recommends One Agency For Virginia Gaming

Virginia gaming should be regulated under one roof, according to a study released Monday. Three different agencies currently monitor VA bets.

Posted on: October 18, 2022 | | Russ Mitchell

September 2022 Virginia Casino Revenue Holds Steady

September 2022 Virginia casino revenue set a new record, but just barely. The month's $14.3 million was less than 1% higher than a month ago.

Posted on: October 14, 2022 | | Russ Mitchell

Wow! New Retail Virginia Lottery Scratch Tickets Sell For $50

Virginia Lottery scratch tickets hit a new price point with the $326,000,000 Fortune scratcher. It costs $50 and has a $5 million top prize.

Posted on: October 13, 2022 | | Russ Mitchell

Beach Poker Room Closes As VA Untangles Charitable Casino Games

Beach Poker Room, a Virginia Beach venue for charity casino games, put card games on hold for now. Operators could face a legal battle.

Posted on: October 11, 2022 | | Russ Mitchell

HeadWaters Casino Makes Progress After A Season Of Change

HeadWaters Resort & Casino is going forward with its plans in Norfolk. The Pamunkey Tribe is excited and ready to start building.

Posted on: October 7, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

At $1 Billion, VA Powerball Eyes Near-Record Jackpot

Lottery Says Virginia Online Bets Are Safe: Here’s Why

Petersburg VA Casino Plans Could Leave Richmond Behind

Two Cities, 25 Miles Apart, Continue Joust For A New Virginia Casino

Virginia Lottery Halloween Games Lurk In The Dark, Ready To Be Scratched

Study Recommends One Agency For Virginia Gaming

September 2022 Virginia Casino Revenue Holds Steady

Wow! New Retail Virginia Lottery Scratch Tickets Sell For $50

Beach Poker Room Closes As VA Untangles Charitable Casino Games

HeadWaters Casino Makes Progress After A Season Of Change

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