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Virginia reports $59.5m in casino revenue for June

The three casinos paid a combined $10.7m in taxes to the state. US.- The Virginia Lottery has released its monthly report on casino gaming activity at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Temporary Bristol, Rivers Casino Portsmouth, and Caesars Virginia. Gaming revenue in June totalled $59.5m, down 5 per cent compared to May ($62.7m). Slot revenue for the…

Finance ・ 17 July 2024

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$617K Jackpot Won By Fredericksburg Woman Playing VA Lottery Online

FREDERICKSBURG, VA - A Fredericksburg woman playing the Virginia Lottery's MONOPOLY Progressive Jackpots at home recently won a jackpot worth $617229. "At first, I couldn't even believe it," Myrna Johnson told Virginia Lottery officials, when she redeemed her prize. "I couldn't stop yelling. My kids thought something was wrong." Although Johnson…

Lottery ・ 16 July 2024

Daily Voice

Fredericksburg Woman Wins $617K Lottery Jackpot Playing Online

A Fredericksburg woman "couldn't stop yelling" after winning a six-figure jackpot playing Lottery games online. Myrna Johnson gave her kids a brief scare after playing the MONOPOLY Progressive Jackpots game on her personal device when she realized she had cashed in on a massive windfall. The lucky lotto player won a total of $617229. "At first, I…

Winnings ・ 16 July 2024

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Caesars Virginia generates over $19 million during the month of June

DANVILLE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Caesars Virginia casino in Danville generated over $19.2 million during the month of June, the Virginia Lottery announced Monday. The Virginia Lottery adds the value is adjusted to deduct any winnings at the casino. The report says over $14 million was generated through slot machine games and roughly $5 million from table…

Finance ・ 16 July 2024

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Fredericksburg Woman Wins Over $600,000 in Virginia Lottery

FREDERICKSBURG, VA - Myrna Johnson, a local resident, experienced a life-changing moment while playing the Virginia Lottery's MONOPOLY Progressive Jackpots game from the comfort of her home. Johnson hit the jackpot, winning a staggering $617229. The excitement of the win was overwhelming for Johnson. "At first, I couldn't even believe it!" she…

Incidents ・ 15 July 2024

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Rivers Casino Portsmouth Fined $545K for Multiple Violations

One of three Virginia casinos, Rivers Casino Portsmouth has agreed to pay a total of $545000 in two separate settlements with the Virginia Lottery related to violations of the state's Casino Gaming Law over the past year. One of those settlements, for $40000, was reached in September, while a $505000 fine was agreed to in May. According to The…

Land-based ・ 09 July 2024

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Bonuses ・ 23 June 2024

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Virginia Casinos Generate $62.7M in May Revenues

The three casino destinations in the southern American state of Virginia had a very fruitful May as their aggregated adjusted gaming revenues rose by almost 38% year-on-year to top $62.7 million. Virginia legalized casino gambling in February of 2020 and currently hosts the Rivers Casino Portsmouth, Caesars Virginia and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino…

Land-based ・ 20 June 2024

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Virginia registers $62.7m in casino gaming revenue for May

Gaming revenues from Virginia casinos increased 4.3 per cent from April. US.- The Virginia Lottery has released its monthly report on casino gaming activity at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol, Rivers Casino Portsmouth, and Caesars Virginia. Gaming revenue for May totalled $62.7m, up 4.3 per cent from April ($60.1m). Slots generated $45.7m and…

Finance ・ 18 June 2024

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Sports ・ 12 June 2024

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Sports ・ 04 June 2024

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Cordish Companies wins gaming project in Virginia

Bruce Smith Enterprise and The Cordish Companies will develop a $1.4bn Live! Gaming & Entertainment District. US.- The Petersburg City Council has unanimously approved Bruce Smith Enterprise and The Cordish Companies as the city's development partner for a casino and entertainment district. The companies will codevelop a $1.4bn Live! Gaming &…

Travel ・ 30 April 2024

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Using Gambla to Find Reputable Online Casinos

In the ever-expanding world of online gambling, finding a trustworthy and engaging platform can be daunting. Gambla emerges as a beacon for gamblers, offering a comprehensive guide to the best and most reputable online casinos. Here's how you can leverage Gambla and similar sites to enhance your online gambling experience. Gambla is a robust…

Trust and Safety ・ 27 April 2024

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Petersburg chooses company to operate proposed casino

PETERSBURG, Va. (WRIC) - An operator has been chosen for the casino Petersburg is hoping to build - if legislation allowing the city to hold a referendum in November is signed into law. Petersburg City Council member Howard Wayne Myers confirmed to 8News on Wednesday that the Cordish Companies has been selected to operate the proposed casino after…

Politics ・ 25 April 2024

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Bruce Smith Enterprise, Cordish Cos. Propose $1.4 Billion Mixed-Use Casino Development in Petersburg, Virginia

Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia would be the centerpiece of the development. Petersburg, Va. - Bruce Smith Enterprise and The Cordish Cos. have responded to a request for proposal issued by the City of Petersburg with plans to co-develop a $1.4 billion mixed-use project. Plans call for a gaming and entertainment district anchored by a Live!-branded…

Travel ・ 18 April 2024

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$1.4 Billion Mixed-use Development Anchored by Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia Announced for Petersburg, Virginia

Bruce Smith Enterprise and The Cordish Companies have responded to a request for proposal issued by the City of Petersburg, Virginia with plans to codevelop a $1.4 billion Live! Gaming & Entertainment District, anchored by Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia. The proposed project will generate billions of dollars in economic benefits and spinoff…

Travel ・ 15 April 2024

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Central Virginia fourth most affected area in Virginia Council on Problem Gambling’s 2023 report

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) - The Virginia Council on Problem Gambling released a report highlighting gambling statistics in the state as part of Problem Gambling Awareness Month in March. In the council's report, Central Virginia was shown as the fourth most affected area for problem gambling out of nine areas in the state, with a reported 10% of problem…

Gambling Addiction ・ 24 March 2024

The Virginian Pilot

Column: Support veterans by vetoing gambling machine legislation

American Veterans (AMVETS) is one of the foremost veterans' service organizations in Virginia and the United States. We have a proud history of assisting Virginia veterans and sponsoring numerous programs that serve our country and its citizens. AMVETS Department of Virginia exists to serve the veterans of America's armed forces who live and work…

Law ・ 24 March 2024

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The Future of Digital Entertainment: How Virginia's Online Casinos Are Shaping the Landscape

The evolution of digital entertainment has been both rapid and transformative, reshaping how we engage with leisure activities and entertainment options. In this context, Virginia's foray into online casinos stands out as a significant case study. The Commonwealth has emerged as a pivotal player in the digital gambling arena, reflecting broader…

Industry ・ 17 March 2024

ABC 8 News

Richmond’s new casino vote faces legal challenge

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) - A nonprofit running charitable gaming at a Richmond bingo hall is trying to block the city's latest effort to bring a casino resort to Southside. A Richmond Circuit Court judge signed an order in late July to allow the city's top election administrator to add a citywide referendum on the Nov. 7 ballot asking voters if they…

Law ・ 14 March 2024

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We need to talk about our gambling problem

The past several years have seen an explosion of gambling in Virginia, and it is poised to become a billion-dollar industry here next year. There are new legislative proposals to further expand gambling, like allowing Virginia residents to bet on local sports teams, legalizing so-called skill games, and building more casinos. Concurrently, spending…

Gambling Addiction ・ 15 February 2024

Richmond Times

Virginia: Lawmakers seek to legalize slots-like skill games

The General Assembly banned the games in 2020, but a court injunction froze enforcement until late last year. Such games have been an important source of income for convenience stores, restaurants and truck stops, especially during the pandemic. "To me, this is a small-business issue," said state Sen. Aaron Rouse, D-Virginia Beach, one of the…

Law ・ 10 January 2024

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Isle of Wight to begin enforcing ban of slots-style ‘skill games’ Jan. 15

Any operators of slots-style video games in Isle of Wight County have until Jan. 15 to remove the now-illegal gambling machines that have proliferated across Virginia's truck stops and convenience stores. Those who continue to operate so-called "skill games" past the deadline could face a five-figure fine and possible jail time, warns Isle of Wight…

Law ・ 04 January 2024

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Legislator Prepares Push For Northern Virginia Casino

With one week until the start of Virginia's 2024 legislative session, there's an increased push for the state to add a fifth casino. State law allowed for five cities to host casinos, and four of the five cities have held successful referendums to welcome casino gaming. Richmond's 2021 and 2023 referendums failed, however, opening up a possibility…

Law ・ 02 January 2024

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Handling gambling addiction: Experts say it's becoming more important to teach youth about gambling risk

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) - With all the talk about casinos and lotteries over the last few years, experts say it's so important to make sure kids know that gambling isn't all fun and games. This comes after a recent poll, conducted by the Roanoke Area Youth Substance Abuse Coalition(RAYSAC), shows 31% of youth participants were unaware of the risks and…

Gambling Addiction ・ 29 December 2023

The US Sun

'I'm in shock,' says lottery winner who won twice in a week scooping $50,000 then $1million during campfire gamble

A LUCKY lottery player has hit the jackpot twice in one week playing the same game. The woman netted nearly $1 million between her two prizes. Jennifer Minton played the online Safari Quest game through the Virginia Lottery. First, she was excited to win a $50000 prize. But then a week later, Minton again decided to play Safari Quest while sitting…

Lottery ・ 26 December 2023

Northern Virginia

VA Legalized Gambling. So Dumfries Transformed a Landfill Into a Casino

Along with the opening of Rosie's Gaming Emporium in Dumfries this past January, gaming in Northern Virginia counties continues its expansion with the addition of "The Rose" Gaming Facility and Hotel by 2023. The development project, which was unanimously approved by the Dumfries Planning Commission, preceded another approval by the Dumfries Town…

Law ・ 25 December 2023

The US Sun

I did a 'double take' after winning $272,806 playing a lesser known lottery game

LOTTERY games have evolved to the point where players don't need to fuss with scratch-off cards or number slips for a chance to win big. The Virginia Lottery's Scrooge game is taking the Bah Humbug out of the holiday season. It's a unique online game where the aim is to get a cluster of three or more matching symbols to win a prize. Player Cindy…

Winnings ・ 17 December 2023

FOX 5 DC

Virginia woman wins $1.8 million lottery prize playing Scrooge online game

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. - A Virginia woman won a $1.8 million lottery prize playing an online lottery game. Jenny Gonzales Castillo won big in the Scrooge online game, which features a progressive, growing jackpot and can be accessed on the Lottery's website. She said she was playing the game to relax after a busy day. "I told my daughter, 'Pinch me! I…

Winnings ・ 15 December 2023

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Unveiling the Excitement: A Guide to the Best Slot Games of the Year

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Strategy Guide ・ 13 December 2023

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Lottery player reads story of woman winning big in Virginia

When Melissa Hood read about someone else's big win in a Virginia Lottery online game, she thought it would never happen to her. Then she won. The Virginia woman also plays online lottery games, but didn't imagine the same good fortune would come her way when she was reading the news story about another woman's win, the Virginia Lottery shared in a…

Gambling Addiction ・ 08 December 2023

Daily Voice

Here's How Virginia Mom Will Spend Winning $1.8M Lottery Jackpot

It'll be a bountiful holiday season for a Virginia Lottery player who cashed in big playing an online game with a curious name. What started as a long day for Jenny Gonzales Castillo ended in jubilation when the Newport News woman laid down to rest and decided to play a Virginia Lottery game online. Instead of resting on her laurels, Gonzales…

Winnings ・ 08 December 2023

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Man wakes up wife with screams after winning $1.9 million lottery

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (Gray News) - A Virginia man recently got the surprise of a lifetime while playing the lottery online. According to the Virginia Lottery, Jarrod Paxton became one of the state's latest millionaires thanks to playing the Jackpot Spectacular online game. "You've got to be kidding me!" Paxton said he yelled after finding his…

Winnings ・ 07 December 2023

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Bedford man wins $1.9 million from Virginia Lottery

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - A Bedford County man has won $1.9 million through the Virginia Lottery. Jarrod Paxton won the prize by playing the Jackpot Spectacular, an online game played in Virginia and Pennsylvania. The game features a progressive, growing jackpot and is one of dozens of instant-win games available exclusively on the Lottery's…

Winnings ・ 29 November 2023

ABC 8 News

Petersburg hoping to hit the jackpot with casino bid

PETERSBURG, Va. (WRIC) - Just weeks after a casino referendum was rejected by voters in nearby Richmond for the second time in three years, Petersburg officials are hoping to step in and win the jackpot for themselves. Petersburg officials have submitted a request to hold a casino referendum of their own by 2025. Now, the decision to let the city…

Winnings ・ 28 November 2023

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VA Woman Wins Lottery Twice Exactly One Week Apart

A Virginia woman was left in "disbelief" after winning the same lottery game twice exactly one week apart. Jennifer Minton first won $50000 on October 10 playing the online game Safari Quest. "She was incredibly excited," a release from the Virginia Lottery said. Exactly one week later - on October 17 - Minton was sitting around a campfire playing…

Winnings ・ 19 November 2023

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Casino Could Be Built Without Zoning Change: Fairfax County Executive

RESTON, VA - Questions raised about whether state and local laws would allow a casino to be built in Fairfax County, where it would fit best, what gaming is allowed and what government bodies must OK a plan were answered fully, or in part, Wednesday. Fairfax County Executive Bryan Hill responded Wednesday to questions posed by Hunter Mill District…

Law ・ 17 November 2023

World Casino News

Bristol Casino Exceeds $215 Million In Adjusted Income

It was recently reported that Bristol Casino: The Future Home Of Hard Rock, exceeded over $215 million in adjusted gaming income last month, aka October, approximately 16 months after officially opening its doors. Adjusted gaming income for Virginia's first casino: The aforementioned temporary establishment in Bristol revealed that it…

Land-based ・ 16 November 2023

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Virginia woman wins lottery twice within a week: 'I'm in shock!'

One Virginia woman seems to have been born under a lucky star, striking the state's lotto not once but twice in just a week. Jennifer Minton had her first twist of financial fate when she won $50000 playing the Virginia Lottery's Safari Quest online game in mid-October. But as the lottery put it, the Gloucester resident "was just getting warmed…

Winnings ・ 11 November 2023

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Virginia Woman Wins Online Lottery Game Twice In One Week

A Virginia woman seems to have been touched by luck after winning a lottery game twice in one week! Jennifer Minton of Gloucester told lottery officials she was "in shock" following the double win. According to the VA Lottery, Jennifer first won $50000 while playing the online game Safari Quest. She won that prize in mid-October. Minton kept…

Lottery ・ 11 November 2023

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Woman wins big money playing online lottery game, not once but twice in 2 weeks

Jennifer Minton was sitting around a campfire, playing the same Safari Quest online lottery game that she won big money on the week before, when she won a $912936 jackpot, Oct. 17, 2023. (Virginia Lottery) RICHMOND, Va. (TND) - A woman who won $50000 from the Virginia Lottery was incredibly excited but not finished playing. It turned out, Jennifer…

Winnings ・ 09 November 2023

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Virginia Woman Wins Lottery Twice in 1 Week: ‘I’m in Disbelief!’

Lady Luck was on one Virginia woman's side - not once, but twice in October. Gloucester resident Jennifer Minton won $50000 playing the Virginia Lottery's Safari Quest online game in mid-October. Little did she know that one week later, she'd be winning again - but this time the nearly $1 million jackpot, lottery officials said. Minton told lottery…

Lottery ・ 09 November 2023

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Virginia woman wins two big lottery prizes in two weeks from same game

Jennifer Minton won a $912936 jackpot from a Virginia Lottery online game just one week after winning $50000 from the same game. Photo courtesy of the Virginia Lottery Oct. 31 (UPI) -- A Virginia woman scored a $912936 jackpot from an online lottery game just one week after winning $50000 from the same game. Jennifer Minton told…

Winnings ・ 01 November 2023

Bristol Herald Courier

Casino reports $100M in jackpots so far in 2023

BRISTOL, Va. - The Bristol Casino, future home of Hard Rock, has paid out over $100 million in jackpot awards to guests thus far in 2023. Virginia's first casino has reported over $120 million in adjusted gross revenues - wagers minus winnings through the first nine months of 2023, according to the Virginia Lottery which oversees gaming in…

Land-based ・ 28 October 2023

13 News Now

Virginia Beach gambling: electronic skill games now illegal

Those found operating the machines can face jail time and fines, but those found playing them could also face charges. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. - Virginia Beach will start enforcing laws that make possessing, operating, or playing "skill games" criminal activity. In 2020, the Virginia General Assembly enacted laws that declared such games to be illegal…

Incidents ・ 27 October 2023

Richmond Times

Casino developers push back on critics

As Richmond prepares to vote on a referendum next month whether the city will go forward with a $562 million casino in the city's South Side or not, the casino developers made their case to the Richmond Times-Dispatch. Key casino representatives met with The Times-Dispatch editorial board earlier this week to address the project's potential impact…

Law ・ 19 October 2023

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Va. Supreme Court reinstates ban on 'skill' slot machines

RICHMOND - The Virginia Supreme Court has reinstated for the time being a ban on so-called "skill games" in Virginia until a trial on their existence is held in December. The order issued Friday reverses an injunction that a lower court had placed against the ban after a Virginia business owner claimed such a block violated his free-speech rights.…

Law ・ 14 October 2023

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On schedule: Caesars Virginia casino construction on target

Since breaking ground in August 2022, the Caesars Virginia casino resort project is still expected to be complete in late 2024. The hotel tower is being built, with work underway on the third floor, said Caesars Virginia General Manager Chris Albrecht. "There is also progress on the casino basement including back-of-house areas and the loading…

Land-based ・ 11 October 2023

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Over 100k winning tickets in Virginia in Monday's Powerball drawing, 1 ticket won $1M: Virginia Lottery

FILE - According to Virginia Lottery, Virginia players had a total of 104183 winning tickets in the Monday drawing, including one ticket that won $1 million, two tickets that each won $150000, and four tickets that each won $50000. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File) (WSET) - The jackpot keeps growing, according to Virginia Lottery, and Virginia…

Lottery ・ 11 October 2023

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Breaking down Richmond’s (second) casino referendum

Outside of the early voting site at Hickory Hill Community Center, a food truck's generator buzzed as a worker hands out food. More buzz came from campaigners promoting support for the casino referendum on the ballot. "Vote jobs and revenue, revenue! Vote jobs and revenue!" sang two women as they directed people toward the polls or the food truck,…

Finance ・ 10 October 2023

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How to get more crew slots in Starfield

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Incidents ・ 27 September 2023

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Hampton woman wins jackpot playing Virginia Lottery online

HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) - A Hampton woman says she decided to play the Virginia Lottery online while eating breakfast one Sunday morning and it wasn't long before she found out she was a jackpot winner! Rachelle VanBuren won $243966 by playing Virginia Lottery's Marvelous Money: Vegas Nights game. "I was astonished!" she told Lottery officials. "I…

Winnings ・ 16 September 2023

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Virginia: Developers unveil new design, name for Richmond casino project ahead of second referendum

A week after a judge ruled in favor of the City of Richmond's petition to hold another casino referendum on this year's ballot, developers Urban One and Churchill Downs presented a new design and a new name for the proposed casino in Richmond's southside. Early voting for the November 7 elections starts on September 22. According to local…

Law ・ 01 September 2023

ABC 8 News

Urban One, Churchill Downs unveil plans for newly proposed Richmond casino

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) - The new proposal for Urban One and Churchill Downs' $562 million resort, casino and entertainment was unveiled on Thursday, Aug. 31, with all new details on what the project would entail. The announcement comes hot off the heels of recent wins for the proposal. Last week, a judge ruled in favor of the City of Richmond's…

Industry ・ 01 September 2023

FOX 5 DC

Alexandria man wins over $1M in Virginia lottery jackpot

ALEXANDRIA, Va. - An Alexandria man said he let out a "quiet scream" after he realized he was the winner of a Virginia lottery prize worth over $1 million. Leslie Williams told Lottery officials that he discovered he was a winner when he went online to check the winning numbers in the Cash 5 with EZ Match drawing from June 18. "Could this really be…

Winnings ・ 31 August 2023

WSLS 10 News

Caesars temporary casino has brought in more than $52 million since it opened in mid-May

DANVILLE, Va. - The City of Danville is once again hitting the jackpot with the Caesar's Virginia site. We're told the temporary casino raked in more than $21 million in the month of July alone. That brings its total revenue to more than $52 million since it opened in mid-May, which means about $4.4 million for the city. In June, city leaders…

Winnings ・ 24 August 2023

The US Sun

Navy sailor makes lottery history after winning $1.8million in online game

UNITED STATES Navy sailor has won the largest online lottery ever, making history with a $1.8million gain. The online instant game Jackpot Spectacular facilitated Byron Bundoc's win when he decided to play on a whim. On August 10, he had been returning from a volunteer event when he decided to try his luck. Many people pick up lottery tickets at…

Winnings ・ 21 August 2023

The Virginian Pilot

Virginia Beach man kept tabs on growing lottery jackpot, then nabs historic win

A sailor wound down with an online lottery game - and nabbed the largest instant win in an online game in U.S. history, according to the Virginia Lottery. "It was surreal!" Byron Bundoc told officials. "I called my brother and said, 'You're not going to believe this!'" The Virginia Beach man said he just returned from volunteering and was playing…

Gambling Addiction ・ 11 August 2023

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Sailor from Virginia Beach wins $1.8M jackpot in online game

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) - A U.S. Navy sailor from Virginia Beach recently hit a $1.8 million jackpot. "It was surreal!" said Byron Bundoc. "I called my brother and said, 'You're not going to believe this!'" Bundoc said he'd been watching the jackpot in the game continue to grow, and finally played when he got home from a volunteering event. He…

Winnings ・ 11 August 2023

Yogonet

Virginia: Richmond voters to decide on casino proposal again following Virginia Lottery approval

The Virginia Lottery has approved a preliminary application from the city of Richmond and RVA Entertainment Holdings, a joint venture of Churchill Downs Incorporated and Urban One, to include once again a casino proposal on the ballot for voters in the city this November. The renewed push comes after the Richmond City Council voted in favor of…

Lottery ・ 02 August 2023

ABC 8 News

Richmond looking to hit the jackpot on second casino vote

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) - A Richmond casino could be in the cards again after the circuit court and the Virginia Lottery approved another chance for residents to vote for a casino in the city this November. A Richmond City Circuit Court judge has signed a court orderallowing the city's top election official to add the citywide referendum for a casino…

Winnings ・ 26 July 2023

ABC 8 News

Judge allows Richmond to hold another casino vote

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) - Richmond can have another casino vote this November - two years after voters in the city narrowly rejected a project from one of the developers behind the latest effort. The Virginia Lottery last week approved a preliminary application from the City and RVA Entertainment Holdings - a joint venture of Urban One Inc. and…

Industry ・ 26 July 2023

Gaming Intelligence

Virginia land-based gaming market tops $52.2 million in record June

Virginia's land-based casino market reached a new monthly high in June as gaming revenue topped $52.2 million after including a full month for Caesars Virginia. June's total comprised $38.5 million from slot machines and $13.7 million from table games, according to the Virginia Lottery's latest casino gaming activity report. Rivers Casino…

Industry ・ 18 July 2023

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Loudoun Man Wins $215K From VA Lottery's VIP Ultra Game

LOUDOUN COUNTY, VA - An electrician from Round Hill won $215809 last month when he secured the jackpot in the Virginia Lottery's VIP Ultra game. The winner, Justin Viverette, told lottery officials that he plans to speak to a financial advisor and use his winnings to eliminate any debt. The online VIP Ultra game features a progressive jackpot.…

Winnings ・ 14 July 2023

Gaming Intelligence

IWG and Virginia Lottery launch new e-draw game

The Virginia Lottery has expanded its iLottery game portfolio after going live with a new e-draw game developed by Instant Win Gaming (IWG). The newly launched digital-only lotto game merges a classic lotto mechanic with a progressive jackpot prize. The gameplay is a 6/42 draw matrix and participants can purchase up to four tickets for each draw.…

Lottery ・ 22 May 2023

Casino City Times

IWG and Virginia Lottery introduce 'eDraw' style game

Gaming News 22 May 2023 (PRESS RELEASE) -- Instant Win Gaming (IWG), a supplier of eInstant games to NASPL/WLA-member lotteries, congratulates the Virginia Lottery on the launch of Lotto Virginia, the U.S. lottery industry's first on-demand, digital-only lotto game featuring a progressive jackpot top prize.Lotto Virginia offers a nostalgic lotto…

Lottery ・ 22 May 2023

Gambling News

IWG, Virginia Lottery Launch eDraw Game Lotto Virginia

Instant Win Gaming (IWG), a top-tier supplier of eInstant games, powering NASPL/WLA-member lotteries with content, has helped the Virginia Lottery introduce a new game. The new title is called Lotto Virginia and is described as the first on-demand, digital-only lottery game with a progressive jackpot in the United States. Lotto Virginia pairs…

Lottery ・ 22 May 2023

Tahlequah Daily Press

Rivers Casino Portsmouth penalized $275,000 for alleged gaming violations involving underaged individuals

PORTSMOUTH - Rivers Casino Portsmouth agreed to pay $275000 in March after the Virginia Lottery spotted several alleged gaming violations. In January and February, the Virginia Lottery, which regulates casinos throughout the commonwealth, worked with the casino to review alleged violations of the Casino Gaming Law, according to a settlement…

Land-based ・ 06 May 2023

Greenboro Local News

Danville Casino announces opening date for temporary casino

The Danville Casino will be located near the permanent Caesars Virginia resort, currently under construction. The permanent resort is set to open in late 2024. DANVILLE, Va. - Caesars Entertainment has officially announced an opening date for a temporary casino in Danville, Virginia. The Danville Casino will be located adjacent to the construction…

Jobs ・ 27 April 2023

Virginia Business

Lottery approves Danville Caesars casino's license

The Virginia Lottery Board approved the facility operator's license for Danville's $650 million Caesars Virginia casino, which is expected to open in a temporary space on May 15. It's the third casino to receive state approval, following the Hard Rock casino in Bristol and Rivers Casino Portsmouth in Hampton Roads. "For months, the Lottery's Gaming…

Land-based ・ 27 April 2023

cardinalnews.org

Caesars temporary casino in Danville to open May 15

After the Virginia Lottery Board on Wednesday approved an operating license for Caesars Virginia, the entertainment company announced an opening date for its temporary casino in Danville: May 15. The 40000-square-foot temporary casino will open at 10 a.m. that day, a Monday, and remain open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, pending the successful…

Sports ・ 27 April 2023

Royal Examiner

Youngkin signs bipartisan bill creating new committee on gambling addiction

Much of the discussion surrounding Virginia's push toward state-sanctioned gambling has focused on how much money it might bring in for the state and local governments eager for new tax revenue. But state policymakers are taking a new step this year to try to create a more coordinated approach to gambling addiction, a less publicized downside of…

Law ・ 25 April 2023

Casino City Times

Virginia totaled over $37 million in casino revenue for March 2023

Gaming News 17 April 2023 (PRESS RELEASE) -- The Virginia Lottery released its report on casino gaming activity for the month of March 2023. Gaming activity is from Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Temporary Bristol and Rivers Casino Portsmouth.During March, gaming revenues from the two Virginia casinos totaled $37431230.65. Slots accounted for…

Finance ・ 17 April 2023

Patch

High School English Teacher Wins $358K From Virginia Lottery Game

LEESBURG, VA - It's hard to sleep after winning a Virginia Lottery jackpot. That's what a high school english teacher from Leesburg told lottery officials as she claimed her prize. Lisa Levy won $358057 from the Virginia Lottery's online game "The Lamp." She claimed her oversized check last month. Levy said she was sitting in bed one night when she…

Lottery ・ 12 April 2023

ABC 8 News

Virginia man misses $145 million jackpot by one number

ANNENDALE, Va. (WRIC) - A Virginia man missed a $145 million jackpot last month by just one number, but still walked away with $1 million - and an idea for his wife's birthday. Man Nguyen purchased the Mega Millions ticket online before the February 28 drawing and matched all five regular numbers on his ticket - but then it came time to draw the…

Winnings ・ 29 March 2023

WDTV

New details released in WVSP Casino Case

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WDTV/ WSAZ) - Colonel Jack Chambers -- making his first public appearance Wednesday as interim superintendent of West Virginia State Police -- became emotional about past experience that's led him to the new job ahead. "Twenty-six years been at every rank," Chambers told reporters Wednesday. The appointment was announced Monday…

Incidents ・ 23 March 2023

Patch

Dumfries Woman Wins $128K From Virginia Lottery

DUMFRIES, VA - A woman from Dumfries won $128085 from the Virginia Lottery in February. Officials said she won the jackpot from the online High Roller game. The winner, Tynisha Daniel, works in cybersecurity. She said she has no immediate plans for her winnings, though she might opt to pay some bills. "I was like, 'Is this real?'" Daniel told…

Winnings ・ 22 March 2023

WSAZ

Trooper casino theft video released

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - After weeks of requests by WSAZ NewsChannel 3, West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice released a surveillance video Tuesday that investigators say shows a now retired member of the State Police taking an envelope filled with money. WSAZ broke the story in early March, when NewsChannel 3's Curtis Johnson brought an anonymous…

Incidents ・ 22 March 2023

AOL

Lottery player ‘mind-blown’ after winning Virginia lottery jackpot. ‘Is this real?’

Kristeen Maddox has had good luck playing The Lamp - an online Virginia Lottery game - in the past. Recently, while sitting in her car in a parking lot, Maddox decided to play the game, which she said is one of her favorites, according to a March 17 Virginia Lottery news release. When the Alexandria resident saw her prize, she didn't believe it,…

Winnings ・ 21 March 2023

KKTV 11 News

Boredom leads to man playing the lottery and winning record prize

RICHMOND, Va. (Gray News) - A Virginia man says his boredom helped him cash in on a lottery jackpot. According to the Virginia Lottery, when Jerard Hickman gets bored, he likes to check its website to play some online games. And his day got very exciting last week after finding out he won a $785414 jackpot prize. Lottery officials said Hickman won…

Lottery ・ 20 March 2023

WUSA9

Man wins lottery with 2 Powerball tickets in same drawing

Ben Baker bought a total of 10 tickets with two of those tickets ended up matching four of the winning numbers plus the Powerball number. COVINGTON, Va. - Winning the lottery is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but having two winning tickets is likely unheard of. A Virginia man won hundreds of thousands of dollars in the Powerball twice in the same…

Lottery ・ 20 March 2023

Casino City Times

Virginia Lottery records almost $38.4 million in gaming revenue for February

Finance ・ 16 March 2023

East End Taste Magazine

How to Check the Payout of a Slot Machine Online

You don't need to know anything special or have any special skills to use a slot machine. You must press the "spin" button and wait for the results. This doesn't mean there's nothing you can do to improve your chances of winning your wager at slots. One easy way to improve your chances of winning is to play slot machines with high payout…

Software ・ 09 March 2023

omnitos.com

Steps to Launch an Online Bingo Business

The bingo sub-sector of the gambling industry has fierce competition, especially in countries like the US, where a big chunk of the population engages in the activity. There are many bingo halls where players go at swift paces to win rewards. Even though the online bingo market already has a variety of websites offering the activity, savvy…

Bingo ・ 01 March 2023

News And Advance

Richmond man wins record online Virginia Lottery game jackpot

A Richmond resident has won the largest Virginia Lottery online instant game jackpot ever. Jerard Hickman played the Lucky Golden Multiplier game and won $785414. Hickman is a district manager for a transportation company. He told the lottery he has no immediate plans for his winnings except to pay bills. "It feels fantastically awesome!" he said…

Winnings ・ 23 February 2023

NBC 12

Richmond man sets record with online Virginia Lottery game winnings

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - A Richmond man has won the largest prize ever in a Virginia Lottery online instant game. Jerard Hickman often plays online games through the Lottery's website. Then, one recent Thursday, he played the Lucky Golden Multiplier game, winning the $785414 jackpot. "It feels fantastically awesome!" he told Virginia Lottery…

Winnings ・ 22 February 2023

ABC 8 News

‘It feels fantastically awesome!’ Richmond man wins $785,000 jackpot playing online Virginia Lottery game

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) - A Richmond man won a jackpot of over $785000 playing an online Virginia Lottery game. Jerard Hickman said he enjoys playing online games on Virginia Lottery's website when he's bored. One day, he was playing the Lucky Golden Multiplier game and won a $785414 jackpot. According to Virginia Lottery, that's the largest prize…

Winnings ・ 22 February 2023

WTVR

Boredom led this Richmond man to win record $785,414 Virginia Lottery prize

RICHMOND, Va. - When Jerard Hickman gets bored, he likes to check out the Virginia Lottery's website to play some online games. But his boring day got very exciting after he won a $785414 jackpot prize. Hickman played the Lucky Golden Multiplier game at home one Thursday when he won the prize. The Virginia Lottery said it was the largest jackpot…

Lottery ・ 22 February 2023

Gaming Intelligence

NeoGames’ new eInstant game breaks Virginia Lottery record

New York-listed lottery and gaming supplier NeoGames has lauded the record-breaking launch of its eInstant game The Lamp with the Virginia Lottery. Just thirty days after its launch, The Lamp holds the record for the most profitable game ever in Virginia Lottery, with total purchases to date exceeding $40m, outperforming the next most popular game…

Lottery ・ 10 February 2023

WJHL

Bristol Casino generated nearly $12 million in July

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) - The Bristol Casino run by Hard Rock generated nearly $12 million in its first month off of table games and slots alone, according to a report published by the Virginia Lottery. Southwest Virginia city and county officials said they'll receive a cut of gaming tax revenue, and it could be transformative for the entire region. In…

Finance ・ 01 February 2023

ABC 8 News

Petersburg’s casino plan clears hurdle in Virginia House

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) - A bill allowing Petersburg to host a casino resort - and denying Richmond's second bid for one - advanced in the Virginia House of Delegates, days after the proposal gained support in the state Senate. The proposal from Del. Kim Taylor (R-Dinwiddie), similar to one from state Sen. Joe Morrissey (D-Richmond), would add…

Law ・ 31 January 2023

ABC 8 News

‘It feels unbelieveable’: Henrico woman wins Lottery game jackpot after practicing online on demo mode

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) - Henrico resident, Susan Disse, often plays Virginia Lottery online games in the demo mode, but this time she decided to give it a shot for real. In demo mode, Disse wasn't playing for money, but her good luck with the practice rounds of the game made her think she could have a shot at winning big. "I'm going to put some…

Lottery ・ 13 January 2023

Yes Weekly

Caesars Virginia Invites Job Seekers to Apply for Casino Dealer Training

Caesars Virginia, a multimillion-dollar premier resort casino, opening late 2024 in Danville, VA. is actively seeking enthusiastic individuals for casino dealer training, with instruction on how to deal cards and other casino operations. Caesars is looking to fill hundreds of positions and will provide the opportunity to learn from the best in the…

Jobs ・ 12 January 2023

Yogonet

Virginia lawmakers introduce legislation to create new committee on problem gambling

Virginia lawmakers are pushing to create a new state committee on gaming addiction to tackle a feared rise in problem gambling, as wagering becomes more easily available and state and local governments chase extra tax dollars from lottery, casinos, sports betting, horse racing and slots parlors. A bipartisan pair of state lawmakers have introduced…

Law ・ 12 January 2023

Sigma

Virginia to establish a new state committee on problem gambling

Virginia Senator Bryce Reeves and Delegate Paul Krizek are prioritising gambling issues in a newly proposed bill As gambling becomes more accessible in the US, and the state competes for additional tax revenue from the lottery, casinos, sportsbooks, horse racing, and slot machines, Virginia legislators are pushing to establish a new state committee…

Gambling Addiction ・ 09 January 2023

SBC Americas

Virginia lawmakers push for problem gambling treatment committee

Two cross-party legislators in Virginia have united to introduce legislation to form a Problem Gambling Treatment and Support Advisory Committee. Sen. Bryce Reeves and Del. Paul Krizek introduced a bill to form the committee which would aim to reduce the adverse effects of problem gambling. Reporting to the Department of Behavioral Health and…

Law ・ 06 January 2023

wydaily.com

Virginia Lawmakers Want to Create New State Committee on Gambling Addiction

RICHMOND - It's gotten a lot easier to gamble in Virginia as the state and local governments chase extra tax dollars from the lottery, casinos, sports betting, horse racing and slots parlors. But that change has come at a cost for Virginians who struggle with impulse control or have a full-blown gambling addiction, according to a bipartisan pair of…

Gambling Addiction ・ 06 January 2023

NBC 12

Virginia lawmakers want to create new state committee on gambling addiction

It's gotten a lot easier to gamble in Virginia as the state and local governments chase extra tax dollars from the lottery, casinos, sports betting, horse racing and slots parlors. But that change has come at a cost for Virginians who struggle with impulse control or have a full-blown gambling addiction, according to a bipartisan pair of state…

Law ・ 04 January 2023

Danville Register & Bee

Caesars reps tight-lipped as temporary casino going up in Danville

While construction on Caesars Virginia's temporary casino continues at the former Dan River Inc. site in Schoolfield, company representatives are not answering questions about the facility. "I appreciate your list of inquiries, however I'm unable to provide comment at this time," Robert Jarrett told the Danville Register & Bee on Nov. 25. Jarrett…

Land-based ・ 31 December 2022

Bristol Herald Courier

Study: Gray machines pose risks, but has millions in revenue potential

A 2022 Virginia gambling regulation study emphasized multiple concerns about "gray machines" but estimated - if properly regulated - they could generate substantial annual tax revenue. Issued in October by the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission, the study recommends the Virginia Lottery oversee all types of gaming in the state. The…

Finance ・ 28 December 2022