#Bristol Casino

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) - The Bristol Hard Rock Casino's table game revenues returned to normal levels in April, a month after posting their lowest total since the casino opened last July. The Virginia Gaming Commission reported $2794072 in "adjusted gross revenue" (AGR) for table games in April, along with an AGR of $11291718 from slot machines. The…

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) - Bristol's Hard Rock Casino experienced its weakest month for table game revenue in March, even after adding six new tables mid-month to bring the total to 29. A casino official told News Channel 11 the decrease was not due to a drop in game play but rather to greater winnings by players. Hard Rock followed its most successful…

The Virginia Lottery has released its report on casino gaming activity for the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Temporary Bristol and Rivers Casino Portsmouth for the month of March 2023. The two state casinos reported total betting revenue of $37, 4 million, down 2% from February's $38.4 million. Slots accounted for $27.8 million of the total, while table…

BRISTOL-The Bristol Casino reported another solid month, generating more than $13.8 million in adjusted gross revenues for gaming during March. The Virginia Lottery issued its monthly casino report Friday, showing the future home of Hard Rock Bristol generated slightly more in March than the $13.73 million reported in February. The…

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…

BRISTOL, Va. - The Bristol Casino generated more than $13.8 million in adjusted gross revenues from slots and table games in March, the Virginia Lottery stated Friday in a news release. The AGR for the casino increased from roughly $13.7 million in February. The casino generated more than $2.48 million in taxes, the lottery reported. The lottery…

BRISTOL - The Bristol Casino, future home of Hard Rock reported a 2% increase in revenues for February, compared to the prior month. The Virginia Lottery released last month's financial activity reports for the state's two licensed casinos on Wednesday, with Bristol reporting adjusted gross revenues - wagers minus winnings - of $13.73 million, up…

BRISTOL, Va. - The Bristol Casino generated more than $13.7 million in adjusted gross revenues from slots and table games in February, the Virginia Lottery stated Wednesday in a news release. The AGR for Bristol increased from roughly $13.4 million in January. The casino generated more than $2.4 million in taxes, the lottery reported. The lottery…

Hard Rock officials announced a new "Party Pit" and additional gaming opportunities have been added to the temporary Bristol Casino in Virginia. The recently completed expansion sees the introduction of nearly 30 new slot machines and eight new table games to the casino's lineup. "We are thrilled to offer new slots and table games for our guests,"…

BRISTOL, Va. - The Bristol Casino continues to grow its offering of slot machines and table games. Guests now will be able to enjoy a total of 890 slots and 29 table games in the casino located at 500 Gate City Highway. The new offerings include two blackjack tables to High Limit, a blackjack table and Mississippi Stud table added to the…

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) - The Bristol Casino has announced the expansion of several gaming options, including new slot machines and tables. On Friday, the casino announced guests will have access to a new total of 890 slots and 29 table games. The following list of new features was provided by the casino: -Two new Blackjack tables to High…

The Bristol Casino, future home of Hard Rock reported a 2% increase in revenues for February, compared to the prior month. The Virginia Lottery released last month's financial activity reports for the state's two licensed casinos on Wednesday, with Bristol reporting adjusted gross revenues - wagers minus winnings - of $13.73 million, up from $13.43…

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) - Bristol's Hard Rock Casino posted a small increase in revenue for February, bringing in $13.7 million in "adjusted gross revenue" (AGR) and netting the Southwest Virginia Regional Improvement Commission more than $823000 for local projects. The total was slightly higher than January's but with a 28-day month, it represented…

PORTSMOUTH, Va. - The newly-opened Rivers Casino Portsmouth made more than $9 million in gaming revenues in January, the Virginia Lottery announced Wednesday. The lottery's report is the first indicator of how the state's first permanent casino is performing. The numbers reflect gaming activity for a partial month of activity since the casino…

Just days after opening, Virginia's second casino radically modified its smoking policy in response to widespread public complaints. Rivers Casino Portsmouth opened Jan. 23 with crowds numbering in the thousands. However the casino's Facebook page was inundated with hundreds of complaints about smoking in the facility - with many proclaiming the…

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…

Bristol Casino, located in the sweet spot of Southwest Virginia, is hosting a dealer hiring event for those interested in a career in the gaming industry. The event, taking place on Wednesday, February 1, from 4 - 7 PM, is an opportunity for job seekers to meet with hiring managers, learn about the various dealer positions available, and…

BRISTOL, Va. - The Bristol Casino, future home of Hard Rock, registered its most lucrative single month of operations during December with nearly $15 million in adjusted gross revenues. The Virginia Lottery released those and other figures Friday, marking the first six months of casino gaming at Virginia's first casino, the temporary facility at…

BRISTOL, Va. - The Bristol Casino generated nearly $15 million in adjusted gross revenues from slots and table games in December, the Virginia Lottery stated in a news release issued Friday. The casino opened in July and generated roughly $12 million in its first month of operation. The casino reported more than $14.8 million in AGR in…

From small and large jackpot lottery games to online sports wagering, charitable gaming, historic horse racing, unregulated gray machines and now casinos, the options to scratch a gambling itch in Virginia are virtually endless. Gambling represents an estimated $12 billion industry in Virginia, and that level of participation could double over the…

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…

BRISTOL, Va. - The grand opening of the temporary casino in Bristol is just a week away. The Bristol Casino Future Home of Hard Rock will celebrate with a grand opening on Friday, July 8. This week, project officials announced in a press release that the grand opening event will be held at 11 a.m. and the doors will officially open to the public at…

Former NASCAR driver Hermie Sadler, whose cars were once sponsored by Virginia tourism and the state lottery, remains embroiled in a protracted legal fight with state leaders over skill games. Sadler filed a June 2021 lawsuit challenging the state's ban on skills games, so-called "gray" machines, which he claims should be legalized and taxed much…

Hard Rock International Inc. will open its temporary casino in Bristol July 8, the company announced Thursday. The 30000-square-foot temporary full-service casino featuring 900 gaming slots and 20 tables for gaming operations will open at 500 Gate City Highway, the former Bristol Mall. It is expected to generate 600 jobs. "We are excited to open…

At first glance from the outside, Lucky Arcade Skilled Games seemed like it was trying to go under the radar while at the same time lighting up its entrance with a disco ball. This was my first stop on my fortune-seeking adventure, for which I was provided with a crisp $100 budget as part of the Bristol Herald Courier reporting project into the…

BRISTOL, Va. - Officials will open the doors to the temporary casino in Bristol today to eager gamblers and community members ready to see just what the future home of the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol has to offer. A grand opening ceremony for the temporary casino is is set for 11 a.m. The doors will officially open to the public at 2…

September revenues from the Bristol Casino rose slightly compared to August, totaling more than $14.3 million, the Virginia Lottery reported Friday. For September the Bristol Casino, future home of Hard Rock, generated $14305177 in adjusted gross revenues from slots and table games. That breaks down to $11.32 million from its 870 slot machines - a…

BRISTOL, Va. - Citizens of Alaska, where are you? The Bristol Casino, future home of Hard Rock, celebrated six weeks of operation Friday and during that time has documented guests from 49 states. Alaska is the lone holdout. Virginia's first casino has attracted thousands of visitors to the former Bristol Mall and operators admit the response has…

Hard Rock International, the envisioned $400 million Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol facility broke ground Wednesday. Hard Rock International and the Bristol community celebrated the groundbreaking of the permanent casino located at 500 Gate City Highway and scheduled to open in 2024. The celebration included a symbolic shovel groundbreaking…

Construction of the permanent Hard Rock Casino in Bristol will finally begin this week.Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol opened as Virginia's first casino earlier this year but in a temporary facility. Last week, Hard Rock Resorts announced that they will finally break ground on the permanent casino this Wednesday, December 7th. The groundbreaking…

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol, which earlier this year became the first casino in Virginia, announced Thursday it is inching closer to moving into its permanent home. Officials will break ground at the casino's permanent site at the former Bristol Mall, at 500 Gate City Highway, on December 7. The $400 million property, set to open in July 2024,…

Legislation pre-filed with the Virginia General Assembly seeks to allow the city of Petersburg to conduct a casino referendum and would temporarily delay Richmond from holding a second vote. House Bill 1373 and Senate Bill 780 would add Petersburg to the list of Virginia cities eligible to conduct a public referendum regarding placement of one…

September revenues from the Bristol Casino rose slightly compared to August, totaling more than $14.3 million, the Virginia Lottery reported Friday. For September the Bristol Casino, future home of Hard Rock, generated $14305177 in adjusted gross revenues from slots and table games. That breaks down to $11.32 million from its 870 slot machines - a…

Gaming revenues for the Bristol Casino remained steady in October, topping $14 million for the third consecutive month, the Virginia Lottery reported Tuesday. Adjusted gaming revenues totaled $14.14 million for the previous month at the Bristol Casino, future home of Hard Rock. That is down 1.1% compared to September's record $14.3 million. Revenue…

RICHMOND - A new study recommends the Virginia Lottery oversee all gaming in the commonwealth, including historic horse racing and charitable gaming. Members of the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission heard a staff presentation in Richmond regarding gaming in Virginia and a recommendation to consolidate gaming regulation. Currently, three…

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) - The Bristol Hard Rock Casino is settling into a fairly steady monthly revenue stream, with October's overall "adjusted gross revenue" (AGR) down just over 1% from September's take. The month's report means gamblers have most likely wagered more than $500 million since the casino opened in early July, given average payout…

Bettors at Virginia's first full-fledged casino preferred slots to table games in its first week of operation. And they were slightly more likely to win their money back at the one-armed bandits as well. The Bristol Casino took in more than $37.5 million in wagers through July 14. It paid out more than $33.7 in winnings. The casino opened to the…

BRISTOL, Va. (WDBJ) - Friday was a big day in Bristol, Virginia as the state's first full-service casino opened for business. The line of customers wrapped around the building when the doors opened about 90 minutes earlier than advertised. "We had to come and save my sister from spending all her money," joked Christiansburg resident Cheryl Hubbard.…

BRISTOL, Va. - Sonya Ratliff and about a dozen friends put on sparkly clothes and left early on a Tuesday morning to celebrate another mom's birthday. In years past, that might have meant brunch. Now, in this Bible Belt town on the edge of the Appalachian Mountains, it means slot machines, blackjack and other games of chance at the newly opened…

In just a few short days, the state of Virginia will welcome its very first casino. The temporary structure, "Bristol Casino - Future Home of Hard Rock" is set to open on July 8, offering a quality gaming space until the permanent venue is ready at the former Bristol Mall. The project will cost $300 million to complete and includes two hotel…

In the American state of Virginia and prominent casino operator Hard Rock International has reportedly announced that it is to begin constructing its envisioned $400 million Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol facility from next month. According to a Friday report from the Bristol Herald Courier newspaper, Allie Evangelista is to serves as the…

Virginia's first casino, the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol, held the grand opening for its temporary casino space Friday. "We are excited to open the temporary casino in Bristol,"Hard Rock International Inc. Chief Operating Officer Jon Lucas said in a statement. "Hard Rock's rich and storied music legacy is a perfect fit for Bristol,…

Bristol in southwest Virginia is sharing gaming-tax revenues from its casino with a dozen surrounding localities. So why won't Danville, which expects to have the Caesars Virginia casino project operating in late 2024, do the same with Pittsylvania County? First, Bristol is required by state law to share its monies generated from its casino,…

Join Our channel to stay up to date on breaking news coverage The Virginia Lottery released its casino gaming activity report for the month of August for activity at Hard Rock Bristol. The casino generated $14 million in adjusted gross revenues from slots and table games. This is a more than $2 million increase over the month of July. Virginia law…

BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) - With NASCAR returning to Bristol Motor Speedway this week, it will mark the first race week since the opening of the temporary Bristol Casino. As fans flock to the speedway, the casino offers even more entertainment options on top of the on-track action to those visiting from out of town. "We have slots and table games. We a…

A month and a half after its opening, the Bristol Casino, future home of Hard Rock, has proven to be an early success. Virginia's first casino, which celebrated its first six weeks of operation Friday, has thus far exceeded expectations, drawing thousands of visitors to the former Bristol Mall and documenting guests from 49 states, with Alaska as…

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The Bristol Casino owned by Hard Rock generated nearly $12 million in revenues from slot machines and table games during its first month of operation. Known as Bristol Casino: Future Home of Hard Rock, opened last July 8th at the site of the former Bristol Mall located seconds off Interstate 81 (Exit 1 in VA). In its casino activity report released…

BRISTOL, Va. - The new Bristol Casino, Future Home of Hard Rock, generated nearly $12 million in adjusted gaming revenues during its initial month of operation. Open for less than 23 full days during July, the Bristol Casino generated $11.717 million in adjusted gross revenue, or about $509400 per day, according to the Virginia Lottery which…

HR Bristol generated $11.7 million in adjusted gross revenues from slots and table games in the month of July, according to a report released by the Virginia Lottery on Monday. Virginia law assesses a graduated tax on a casino's AGR, or wagers minus winnings, and an 18 percent tax assessment generated over $2.1 million in taxes paid to the Gaming…

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) - An update from Gaming Compliance on Wednesday revealed that gamblers spent more than $37 million at Bristol Casino from July 5-14. The Hard Rock chain welcomed the public into its 30000-square-foot facility for the first time on July 8. The first nine days - including soft opening events - saw $34577021 spent at slot machines…

Bristol Casino debut rakes in $37.5 million Bettors at Virginia's first full-fledged casino preferred slots to table games in its first week of operation, and were also slightly more likely to win their money back at the one-armed bandits as well. The Bristol Casino took in more than $37.5 million in wagers through July 14, according to the…

BRISTOL, Va. (AP/WNCN) - Bettors at Virginia's first full-fledged casino preferred slots to table games in its first week of operation. Those who played were slightly more likely to win their money back at the one-armed bandits as well. The Bristol Casino took in more than $37.5 million in wagers through July 14. It paid out more than $33.7 in…

BRISTOL, Va. - Bettors at Virginia's first full-fledged casino preferred slots to table games in its first week of operation, and were also slightly more likely to win their money back at the one-armed bandits as well. The Bristol Casino took in more than $37.5 million in wagers through July 14, according to the Virginia Lottery Board. The casino…

BRISTOL, Va. - Guests and community members placed their bets at the temporary Bristol Casino throughout its first week of operations to the tune of more than $37 million. Gamblers wagered $37514972 at the Bristol Casino between July 5 and July 14, according to the Virginia Lottery. The casino's slots saw $34577021 of the more than $37 million…

BRISTOL - Patrons of the new Bristol Casino wagered more than $37.5 million - and won more than $33.7 million - during its first full week of operation. Those figures were presented Wednesday to the Virginia Lottery Board, which oversees casinos, sports wagering and lottery operations in the state. Totals are from July 5-14, but primarily starting…

The new Hard Rock Bristol Casino in Virginia, opened earlier this month as a temporary venue ahead of the upcoming full Hard Rock venue in the state, has seen its patrons wager more than $37.5 million during its first full week of operation, the Virginia Lottery Board reported on Wednesday. The Bristol Casino's adjusted gaming revenue after payouts…

BRISTOL, Va. -Patrons of the new Bristol Casino wagered more than $37.5 million - and won more than $33.7 million - during its first full week of operation. Those figures were presented Wednesday to the Virginia Lottery Board, which oversees casinos, sports wagering and lottery operations in the state. Totals are from July 5-14, but primarily…

Make no mistake, Bristol Casino wants your money. It's a business and businesses want your money. The difference is that Bristol Casino will give you a chance - albeit a razor thin one - not only to keep your money, but to actually multiply it. If you want to get rich, go somewhere else, though. The odds are astronomically against you. If you're…

Virginia's first casino opened its doors on July 8 to the public with a ribbon cutting and a donation to the United Way of Bristol TN/VA. "I won big" images showcasing winners from "Bristol Casino - Future Home of Hard Rock" are prominently displayed on the casino's Facebook page. "We are excited to open the temporary casino in Bristol," said Jon…

There's a lot going on in the Tri-Cities at the moment. Bristol just launched its temporary casino and Kingsport is preparing to start its week of Fun Fest events. Below are a few bits of business and event news that will hopefully offer a little fun. • According to the American Automobile Association, the Tennessee gas price average (as of Monday)…

BRISTOL - Although the Hard Rock Casino opened on Friday, people have been playing the odds for 35 years with another form of legalized gambling: the Virginia Lottery. The Virginia Lottery has been a regular feature in the region's stores since 1987, with racks of scratch tickets, Powerball and Mega Millions play slips and ticket vending machines.…

If you happened to have read a similar column to this one, you'll be happy to hear I've moved up from the fictional dollars my editor gave me last year. Yes, you read that right, fictional. He gave me 200 imaginary dollars to gallivant through Bristol for a column describing to you fine people just how I would spend $200 on the Tennessee side of…

If you happened to have read a similar column to this one, you'll be happy to hear I've moved up from the fictional dollars my editor gave me last year. Yes, you read that right, fictional. He gave me $200 imaginary dollars to gallivant through Bristol for a column describing to you fine people just how I would spend $200 on the Tennessee side of…

When I pulled into the parking lot of the new Bristol Casino just after 11 p.m. Friday night, it looked the same as when I left shortly before the doors officially opened for customers at 12:30 p.m. - packed out. I knew the casino would likely be busy its first night open, but I had hoped my late night visit would give me a chance to experience the…

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) - The first day of operations at the temporary Bristol Casino brought big crowds to Bristol, Virginia, but its neighboring street has seen some changes as the casino gets going. The casino was surrounded by hundreds of cars as people flocked to the casino for the big jackpot or just to have a bit of fun. But on neighboring Veda…

BRISTOL, Va. - Rock music blared from oversized speakers on the event stage while a half-dozen leaders of the Virginia General Assembly mingled with officials from Hard Rock International, the Virginia Lottery Board, the city of Bristol Virginia and other well-wishers Friday morning. All assembled in the west parking lot of the former Bristol Mall…

The first casino in Virginia's history has rolled into Bristol. The Bristol Casino, future home of Hard Rock, officially opened on Friday, July 8th. The new attraction is located at the former Bristol Mall site, and will serve as a temporary casino while Hard Rock constructs its upcoming, full-scale resort and casino. The casino features a…

Number of slots: 870 gaming slots Number of table games: 21 tables Number of restaurants: Three When the permanent casino will be ready: The permanent casino will be finished by the summer of 2024. Number of slots in the permanent casino: 2700 slot machines will be available in the permanent casino. Number of table gams in the permanent casino: 100…

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) - In a press walk-through only hours before the official opening of the Hard Rock Casino & Resort in Bristol, Virginia, the results of months of work were revealed. As an all-around entertainment experience, the complex occupying the former Bristol Mall offers something for everyone. Upon entering the front façade, guests are…

BRISTOL - The grand opening of Virginia's first casino is days away and a staff of 600 is preparing to welcome guests to the Bristol Casino, future home of Hard Rock. A 30000 square foot gaming space has been created inside the former Belk location - an anchor store in the former Bristol Mall. It will feature about 900 slot machines, 20 table…

BRISTOL, Va. - The grand opening of Virginia's first casino is days away and a staff of 600 is preparing to welcome guests to the Bristol Casino, future home of Hard Rock. A 30000 square foot gaming space has been created inside the former Belk location - an anchor store in the former Bristol Mall. It will feature about 900 slot machines, 20 table…

BRISTOL, Va. - On one end of the almost open temporary Bristol Casino Saturday, would-be employees lined up for a job fair. Elsewhere on the casino property future customers lined up for free loyalty cards, free food truck fare and a free bag of swag. As the countdown moves toward the July 8 launch of the temporary Bristol casino, which within two…

BRISTOL, Va. - On one end of the almost open temporary Bristol Casino, would-be employees lined up for a job fair on Saturday. Elsewhere on the casino property future customers lined up for free loyalty cards, free food truck fare and a free bag of swag. As the countdown moves toward the July 8 launch of the temporary Bristol casino, which within…

Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news, new partnerships and new appointments. Read on and get updated. Galaxy Gaming has launched Triton Casino Systems, a brand-new table game progressive operating system. Triton…

The Virginia Lottery Board regulator has reportedly awarded American casino operator Hard Rock International with a gambling license for its coming $400 million Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol property. According to a Wednesday report from the local online news domain at VirginiaBusiness.com, the move for the Seminole Tribe of Florida -owned…

Here is a statement issued by Hard Rock International Chief Operating Officer Jon Lucas: "We are excited by the VA Lottery Board's action today granting a license to open Virginia's first casino in Bristol subject to the completion of outstanding operational activities. We appreciate the VA Lottery's assistance and diligence in working closely with…

BRISTOL - The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino isn't open yet, but it's already seen its first big win. The Virginia Lottery Board announced on Wednesday that the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol has received its facility operator's license to operate the Commonwealth's first casino. "We are excited by the Virginia Lottery Board's action today granting…

Hard Rock International has finally set a date for the "grand opening" of its temporary, full-service real-money casino in Bristol, Virginia. On 8 July 2022, the interim facility located at the old Bristol Mall will welcome guests for the first time. Construction plans kicked off in December 2021 after Hard Rock gained approval from the Virginia…

American casino operator Hard Rock International has announced that it is to debut a temporary gambling facility in Virginia this summer ahead of the expected early-2024 premiere of its $150 million Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol development. The enterprise owned by the federally-recognized Seminole Tribe of Florida used an official Wednesday…

Hard Rock International announced Wednesday that its temporary Bristol casino in Virginia will open its doors on July 8. "We are excited to open the casino and welcome guests," said Jon Lucas, Chief Operating Officer of Hard Rock International, in a news release. "As Virginia's first casino, Bristol Casino - Future Home of Hard Rock will be a…

BRISTOL, Va. - Tri-Cities residents might want to circle another date on their calendars. Hard Rock's temporary, full-service casino will celebrate its grand opening on July 8. Hard Rock International announced in a news release on Wednesday that Bristol Casino - Future Home of Hard Rock, at 500 Gate City Highway, would be ready for business in a…

You will soon be able to roll those bones, and pull those slots as Hard Rock International announces a July 8th Grand Opening for Bristol Casino, the future home of Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol. The temporary, but full service casino is located at 500 Gate City Highway in Bristol, Virginia. Allie, Evangelista, President of Hard Rock Hotel and…

BRISTOL, Va. - Tri-Cities residents might want to circle another date on their calendars. Hard Rock's temporary, full-service casino will celebrate its grand opening on July 8. Hard Rock International announced in a news release on Wednesday that Bristol Casino - Future Home of Hard Rock, at 500 Gate City Highway, would be ready for business in a…

BRISTOL - There are signs that the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol is on its way. Construction crews have been on site for months. Hard Rock International has hosted numerous employee events throughout the past year and now the biggest literal sign now overlooks the Gate City Highway with large yellow letterers reading "Bristol Casino, future…

BRISTOL, Virginia - Amy LaPrade said she could do any job Hard Rock International offered but was excited to learn more about becoming a table game dealer. LaPrade, of Kingsport, Tennessee, will get that opportunity after being offered a dealer's job on Feb. 28 during the Florida-based company's first hiring event for its Hard Rock Hotel and Casino…

The first time Allie Evangelista ever saw a slot machine was when she began working at a casino. Before becoming manager of another casino, she didn't know a deck contained 52 cards. Growing up in Brazil, Evangelista dreamed of being a travel agent or traveling the world as a flight attendant, but a bottom-to-top 16-year career in the gaming…

BRISTOL, Va. - Amy LaPrade said Monday she could do any job Hard Rock International offered but was excited to learn more about becoming a table game dealer. LaPrade, of Kingsport, will get that opportunity after being offered a dealer's job Monday during the Florida-based company's first hiring event for its Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Bristol. The…

BRISTOL - Hard Rock International has officially named its president of the company's upcoming hotel and casino in Bristol. The company announced on Monday that Allie Evangelista will serve as the new president of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol. "Allie's life and career has embodied the American success story," said Jon Lucas, chief operating…

Beginning next summer, Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia will experience an economic paradigm shift as people and cash funnel into our region at unimagined levels. The Bristol races, which bring in tens of thousands of visitors, aren't even in the same universe. How about taking the annual attendance at Dollywood - and doubling it - in…

After being unveiled as the proposed operator for a resort casino in Bristol, Virginia more than two years ago, Hard Rock International announced Thursday that construction will begin soon on its temporary full-service casino. According to the press release, the development of the interim casino strengthens the globally recognized company's…