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North Carolina Online Casinos

If you make a purchase after clicking on links within this article, Lee Enterprises may earn affiliate commissions. The news and editorial departments had no role in the creation or display of this content. North Carolina is home to three retail casinos, but there are no North Carolina online casinos. While other forms of online gambling are…

Sports ・ 15 February 2024

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Betr Announces Plans to Launch Betr Casino in Pennsylvania

Six months after announcing it would be focusing on its picks site, Betr Picks, Betr announced it is not only getting back in the sports betting game but the online casino game as well. Right now, Betr Sportsbook is only live in Massachusetts, Virginia and Ohio. Per the announcement from Betr on Tuesday, that will be changing, as the brand will not…

Industry ・ 24 January 2024

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North Carolina’s Lawmakers Might Not Discuss Online Casino’s Legalization This Session

Senator Jim Perry from North Carolina recently stated that the state budget cannot include online casino now. WRAL, a Raleigh-based news station, indicated that online gaming's proponents want it to be considered if the legislature decided to expand gambling in its session. Even so, lawmakers allowed parimutuel and online sports betting a few…

Law ・ 25 August 2023

The Sports Geek

Details on North Carolina’s Gambling Expansion

As gamblers in North Carolina patiently wait for online casinos to open, the Tar Heel State is ready to go through a gambling boon. In addition to North Carolina gambling laws changing to accommodate online gambling, up to four new land-based casinos are being planned in the state. Due to a new draft of proposed legislation in North Carolina, one…

Law ・ 03 August 2023

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Danville Register & Bee

Danville leaders not worried about possible nearby casino in N.C. They were betting on it.

Danville leaders are not worried about the possibility of a casino coming to Rockingham County just across the border in North Carolina. In fact, such a prospect was inevitable, and that's why they chose such a well-known and iconic casino gaming provider for Danville, say city officials. Danville City Council members and other city leaders pursued…

Finance ・ 26 July 2023

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Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort: A Comprehensive Guide to Gaming & Entertainment

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort. In this article, we will explore the intricate details and offerings of one of the most popular casino resorts in the United States. Whether you are a gaming enthusiast, a foodie, or someone in search of world-class entertainment, Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort has something to…

Land-based ・ 24 July 2023

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Four casinos could come to rural NC under legislative proposal

State House and Senate leaders are considering legalizing up to four new casinos across the state. Senate leader Phil Berger told reporters Thursday that Republicans are working on legislation that would allow for casinos in Nash, Rockingham and Anson counties, as well as one run by the Lumbee Tribe in southeastern North Carolina. Berger and House…

Law ・ 22 July 2023

ABC 11

Four new casinos, video gambling could be on horizon as North Carolina Republicans negotiate

RALEIGH, N.C. -- As many as four new casinos as well as video gambling machines could be authorized in North Carolina under proposals now being discussed by legislators, the top General Assembly leaders said on Thursday. House Speaker Tim Moore and Senate leader Phil Berger told reporters separately about the ideas, which they said have yet to…

Law ・ 22 July 2023

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Draft casino bill calls for $1.5B investment, one company to run 3 sites

North Carolina would award a single business the right to develop three casinos across the state as part of a new $1.5-billion investment, according to a draft of proposed legislation obtained by WRAL. Lawmakers haven't publicly released bill language, but they have discussed the broad strokes of the proposal. The draft bill obtained Thursday…

Law ・ 21 July 2023

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Danville Casino, Future Home of Caesars, to Open May 15, 2023

Danville Casino, Future Home of Caesars, to Open May 15, 2023 Danville Casino, future home of Caesars, plans to take its first bet on May 15, 2023. Following a successful hearing before the Virginia Lottery Board this morning, Caesars Entertainment, parent company of the Danville Casino and the future Caesars Virginia, along with venture partners…

Live Gambling ・ 27 April 2023

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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

Smoky Mountain News

What are the odds of a casino in Asheville? State considers expanding legalized gambling

North Carolina can support as many as nine Las Vegas-style casinos with gambling throughout the state, including one in the Asheville area, according to a report commissioned by the General Assembly. The new casinos would be in addition to the three already operating on tribal lands, an independent consultant, Spectrum Gaming Group, told lawmakers…

Law ・ 12 February 2023

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VICI acquires 4 PURE casinos in Alberta: $271.9M -RENX- Real Estate News Exchange

U.S.-based VICI Properties has acquired the real estate assets of four casinos and gaming facilities in Alberta from PURE Canadian Gaming for $271.9 million, the firm announced Monday morning. The facilities are the PURE Casino Edmonton, PURE Casino Yellowhead in Edmonton, PURE Casino Calgary, and PURE Casino Lethbridge. VICI has entered into a…

Land-based ・ 09 January 2023

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Sadler seeks skill games reprieve, legalization

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…

Law ・ 22 December 2022

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Caesars, Cherokee Indians partner on Virginia casino

Caesars Entertainment and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians announced a partnership Wednesday in the development of the $650 million Caesars Virginia. Construction is scheduled to begin this week on the Danville, Virginia project, which is slated to open in late 2024. The resort will include a 500-room hotel, 2500-seat live entertainment venue…

Sports ・ 14 November 2022

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Virginia: Caesars eyeing temporary Danville casino opening by mid-2023

Gaming and hospitality giant Caesars Entertainment is eyeing the opening of a temporary Danville, Virginia casino in mid-2023. Executives for the company mentioned the plans during a third-quarter earnings call with investors held Tuesday. The opening would come more than a year before the debut of the permanent $650 million Caesars…

Sports ・ 03 November 2022

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A safe bet: If you want a casino job, odds are on your side

As a casino dealer, Shamikah Townsend knows when the odds are in her favor.And they definitely are right now.While working at one Atlantic City casino last year, she went to a job fair held by a different one, and was surprised at how instantly in-demand she was when the recruiter wanted to hire her as a craps dealer."She said, 'I'll pay you to…

Jobs ・ 21 October 2022

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North Carolina: Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino Begins Expansion

North Carolina, a $275 million expansion project began on September 29. The 315158-square-foot expansion will include a larger casino floor, parking lot, new hotel tower, and additional facilities. The most alluring additions will be a 12000-square-foot rooftop restaurant with spectacular mountain views and a 9600-square-foot spa and salon. The…

Land-based ・ 18 October 2022

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Danville’s $650 million casino resort construction begins

DANVILLE, Va. - A new casino-entertainment center is coming to Danville soon. On Wednesday, Caesars Entertainment Inc. and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians announced their partnership in the development of the center, Caesars Virginia, and their construction officially begins this week. The project cost about $650 million, and according to the…

Travel ・ 06 October 2022

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Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino Commences Major Expansion Worth $275M

An expansion project for the Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel in Murphy, North Carolina, worth $275 million commenced on September 29 following the casino's 7 anniversary. The One Feather reported that on September 29 ground was broken for a project that is going to further develop and expand Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino &…

Strategy Guide ・ 04 October 2022

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Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel breaks ground on expansion

Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel held a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the commencement of its $275 million expansion project. Expected to reach completion in 2024, the project will create more than 2500 construction jobs, and over 100 operational positions upon opening. Planned additions include 25000 square feet of expanded…

Travel ・ 30 September 2022

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Danville Casino Construction Will Begin This Week

With the demolition of the former Dan River Finishing Mill complete, the construction of Caesars' Danville casino project will begin this week. On Wednesday, Caesars Entertainment and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians announced the official start of the project. Said Caesars Entertainment President and Chief Operating Officer Anthony Carano: "We…

Sports ・ 11 August 2022

Danville Register & Bee

Upping investment, Caesars teams up with Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians for Danville casino

Caesars Entertainment on Wednesday announced a joint venture partnership with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians to develop the new casino in Danville and upped its estimated investment in the transformational endeavor for the city. The $650 million project - expected to break ground later this week - is touted as a tourism engine for Danville's…

Sports ・ 10 August 2022

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Caesars, Tribe Partner On $650M Virginia Casino

By Nate Beck (August 10, 2022, 1:47 PM EDT) -- Caesars Entertainment and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians on Wednesday announced they've reached a partnership on a $650 million casino in Danville, Virginia, that's set to break ground this week. The joint venture between Caesars, the tribe and an undisclosed local minority investor covers…

Land-based ・ 10 August 2022

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Caesars Shares Rise 7% After Casino Partnership With Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

Caesars Entertainment Inc. shares rose 7% to $49.49 after the company said it was in a partnership with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians for the development of Caesars Virginia, which officially breaks ground in Danville this week. The company said the $650 million full-service entertainment facility is scheduled to open in late 2024.

Industry ・ 10 August 2022

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Caesars and EBCI to Build a $650M Casino in Virginia

Nasdaq-listed, leading company boasting the most prestigious gaming brands on the planet Caesars Entertainment has announced a joint venture partnership deal with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI). According to the terms of the agreement, the two parties will work together to build and open Caesars Virginia, a $650 million casino in…

Sports ・ 10 August 2022

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: ‘Economic challenges’ keeping five Clark County casinos closed into 2023

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Lottery ・ 08 June 2022

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Atlantic City, NJ casinos using new tactics to hire workers

ATLANTIC CITY - As a casino dealer, Shamikah Townsend knows when the odds are in her favor. And they definitely are right now. While working at one Atlantic City casino last year, she went to a job fair held by a different one, and was surprised at how instantly in-demand she was when the recruiter wanted to hire her as a craps dealer. "She said,…

Covid ・ 16 April 2022

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Jobs Galore as US Casinos Engage in ‘Great Hiring Wave’

Casinos across the US are engaging in a "great hiring wave" as the gambling industry seeks more staff in the face of its comeback from the pandemic that cut jobs and lost customers, reports the Associated Press. over "100 casino and other employers will offer 13000 jobs" at a Las Vegas jobs fair on Friday According to the AP, over "100 casino and…

Jobs ・ 15 April 2022

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New federal law affirms Catawba casino in North Carolina

KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. (AP) - A new federal law affirms the operation of a casino in North Carolina by the South Carolina-based Catawba Indian Nation, ending a yearslong dispute between the tribes. President Joe Biden signed the The Catawba Indian Nation Lands Act, which was included in a larger piece of legislation authorizing military spending, on…

Law ・ 01 January 2022

The Nevada Independent

How VICI Properties is quietly becoming landlord to the biggest casinos in Vegas

In the waning days of Caesars Entertainment's two-year bankruptcy reorganization, creditors struggled with a name for a new spin-off company taking ownership of 19 casinos that would control the land and lease the properties back to the operator. Consultants suggested Senatus Populusque Romanus, or SPQR, the term used for the government of ancient…

Travel ・ 23 November 2021

Smoky Mountain News

Cherokee announces record casino profits, plans for expansion

In the space of two days last week, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians announced its biggest per capita distribution and approved a loan agreement for a $275 million expansion to the Valley River casino in Murphy. On Dec. 1, tribal members will receive checks worth $8840 - or $7514 after taxes - from casino profits earned from April 1 through…

Covid ・ 12 November 2021

Herald Bulletin

Want to work at a casino? Getting hired might be harder than you think

So, you want to work at a casino? Like getting a straight flush, getting the job might be harder than you think. With a new casino on the horizon for Vigo County, getting hired to work there likely will require more steps than just providing a resume, depending on the scope of work. Casinos and casino-related jobs employ 12496 workers in Indiana…

Gaming Authorities ・ 07 November 2021

World Casino News

Federal backing for Catawba Indian Nation casino endeavor

The effort from the Catawba Indian Nation to bring a $273 million casino resort to the southern American state of North Carolina has reportedly received a huge boost courtesy of the United States House of Representatives. According to a report from The Charlotte Observer newspaper, the 435-seat body overwhelmingly passed House Resolution 1619 on…

Politics ・ 03 November 2021

Smoky Mountain News

Indiana approves EBCI casino purchase

The Gaming Commission approved Caesars Entertainment's sale of Caesars Southern Indiana Casino & Hotel to EBCI Holdings LLC at an Aug. 18 business meeting, and closing is now expected to occur in September. "We are delighted to move forward with Caesars and expand our already successful portfolio," said R. Scott Barber, CEO of EBCI Holdings, the…

Gaming Authorities ・ 24 September 2021

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Caesars finalizes $250M sale of Southern Indiana casino to Cherokees

aesars Entertainment has completed the previously announced sale of Caesars Southern Indiana operations to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, confirmed the casino-entertainment company last Friday. The deal was secured by both parties for approximately $250 million. According to Caesars, in connection with this transaction, its annual base rent…

Gaming Authorities ・ 06 September 2021

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Marijuana Megastore Set for Foxwoods Resort Casino Tribe

The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation - owners and operators of the Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut - is reportedly planning to open a marijuana megastore less than a half-mile away from its casino resort. Tell your bus driver to stop on the way!" Bruce Barcott, senior editor of the Seattle-based independent media resource for…

Poker ・ 25 August 2021

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The Indiana Gaming Commission approves Caesars Southern Indiana $250M sale

he Indiana Gaming Commission approved Wednesday, August 18 the sale of Caesars Southern Indiana casino to ECBI Holdings, a company run by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians tribe. Now cleared, the deal is expected to close at some point in the upcoming month. In December 2020, Caesars agreed to sell the casino to EBCI for $250 million. Caesars…

Gaming Authorities ・ 19 August 2021

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Indiana Gaming Commission Approves Caesars Casino Sale

In the state of Indiana, the gaming regulator has given its seal of approval to a deal between Caesars Entertainment and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Under the terms of the agreement, the former will sell its Caesars Southern Indiana casino to the tribe for a total of $250m. The Indiana Gaming Commission approved the sale during a meeting…

Gaming Authorities ・ 19 August 2021

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You can now gamble at the new Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain

KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. - Feeling lucky? You can now gamble at a new casino in Kings Mountain. The South Carolina-based Catawba Indian Nation has opened a preliminary, temporary version of its proposed casino just across the border in North Carolina. The Catawba Two Kings Casino opened their pre-launch facility Thursday, which features 500 slot…

Jobs ・ 20 July 2021

CBS 17

Crowds show up as gambling opens at new 500-slot NC casino near Charlotte

KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. (WJZY) - Just following along with the employees at the Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain, you can see just exactly how busy it is. When WJZY got a look inside, it had just opened, and it was already packed with people. "I won $56," Julie Henson of Gastonia said. There's a lot of movement, and a lot of people for what…

Jobs ・ 20 July 2021

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Murphy Cherokee Casino Wins Key Approval for $275mn Expansion

The Tribal Council of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) last week approved a $275 million master plan to expand the tribe's Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino in Murphy, North Carolina. The master plan was not made available to the public. What has been made known is that it includes a set of different projects, but these are not named…

Travel ・ 15 July 2021

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Temporary Two Kings Casino opens in Kings Mountain

KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. (WBTV) - More than 20 years in the making, the Catawba Nation opened a casino in Kings Mountain Thursday. At noon the doors to Two Kings Casino opened and patrons began gambling. The 29000 square foot facility is a temporary site until the Catawba Nation opens its permanent 60000 square foot resort on the same property. The…

Gaming Authorities ・ 11 July 2021

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Temporary North Carolina casino from the Catawba Indian Nation

In the American state of North Carolina and the Catawba Indian Nation has reportedly opened a temporary casino as it continues work on making its more permanent Catawba Two Kings Casino Resort a reality. According to a Thursday report from the Associated Press news service, the federally-recognized tribe agreed a revenue-sharing gaming compact with…

Travel ・ 06 July 2021

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Catawba Two Kings Casino Set for July 1 Pre-Launch

Thursday will be a milestone for the Catawba Nation as its Catawba Two Kings Casino"pre-launch" facility will open to the public. The launch comes after the federal government approved the revenue sharing pact between the Catawba Nation and the state of North Carolina. That agreement was signed off by the Department of Interior's Bureau of Indian…

Jobs ・ 03 July 2021

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Catawba Two Kings Casino has grand opening in Kings Mountain, NC

The Two Kings Casino opened in Kings Mountain Thursday, with hundreds of people lined up early to play the slot machines. KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. - The Charlotte area's first casino officially opened Thursday as the Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain opened the doors to its temporary facility. The casino, which is located just off Exit 5 on…

Politics ・ 01 July 2021

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Catawba Nation in North Carolina Opens Two Kings Casino

Tomorrow, July 1, 2021, the Catawba Nation will be in a celebratory mood. The brand is slated to open a temporary gambling platform, going by the name Two Kings Casino. At noon, state, federal, and local officials will join the brand's officials to launch the opening. This marks the Catawba Nation's first operations of a casino in North…

Travel ・ 30 June 2021

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New Catawba Indian Nation Casino Set to Join North Carolina Gaming Space

The Catawba Indian Nation this Thursday is set to unveil a pre-launch gaming facility that will be part of its planned larger Two Kings Casino Resort, news emerged earlier this week. The new gaming facility is scheduled to open doors for players at noon on Thursday, July 1 after a 9:30 ribbon-cutting ceremony, leaders of the South Carolina-based…

Travel ・ 30 June 2021

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Caesars Sells Southern Indiana Casino to Cherokee Tribe in $250M Deal

Casino giant Caesars Entertainment Inc. has agreed to sell its Caesars Southern Indiana casino to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) for $250 million, news emerged Thursday. The Southern Indiana property is being sold to the tribal operation a year after Caesars completed its $90 million renovation and expansion. Caesars Southern Indiana…

Gaming Authorities ・ 25 June 2021

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New casino opening July in Kings Mountain

The temporary facility, which will hold 500 slot machines, is generating both excitement and condemnation. KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. - The Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain is expected to open its "pre-launch" facility in early July, establishing itself as the first casino in the Charlotte region. The Catawba Indian Nation and its casino…

Jobs ・ 18 June 2021

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North Carolina’s Catawba “pre-launch” casino to open on July 1

Hundreds have already been hired for the opening of the temporary casino site in Kings Mountain The tribe faced a delay with federal officials in getting approvals for a larger site, which led it to get approval for a smaller, 500-slot temporary facility. The full Catawba Two Kings Casino Resort is expected to be completed within the next two to…

Travel ・ 03 June 2021

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Proposed tribal law would prohibit public indoor smoking at casino

A proposed change to the Cherokee Code would prohibit public indoor smoking at both Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort and Harrah's Valley River Casino in Murphy - both owned and operated by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI). The ordinance change, which is expected to be deemed read and tabled during the June session of Tribal Council,…

Covid ・ 23 May 2021

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Indiana casino purchase receives formal protest

Robert Saunooke, an attorney and member of of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), has submitted a formal protest to the EBCI Tribal Council regarding its decision to purchase the Caesars Southern Indiana casino for a reported $250 million. Resolution No. 363 (2020), which was submitted by Principal Chief Richard G. Sneed, was passed in a…

Land-based ・ 19 January 2021

The Washington Post

Alliance of Democrat and Republicans could bring casino gambling to Virginia

RICHMOND - An unlikely alliance between a black Democrat and white Republicans from the opposite end of the state has Virginia poised to pull the lever on casino gambling after decades of resisting its lure. The Senate and the House of Delegates have approved versions of a complicated bill that would permit casinos in five cities - and potentially…

Politics ・ 19 January 2021

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Caesars to sell southern Indiana casino to Cherokee tribe

ELIZABETH, Ind. (AP) - Caesars Entertainment has reached an agreement to sell a southern Indiana casino to the North Carolina-based Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians for $250 million, the company said. Caesars Entertainment officials announced the sale agreement for Caesars Southern Indiana on Thursday ahead of the company's Dec. 31 deadline to…

Gaming Authorities ・ 19 January 2021

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Catawba Two Kings Casino Resort lawsuit accelerated

In the United States and a federal judge has reportedly agreed to expedite a lawsuit the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians filed against the Catawba Indian Nation earlier this year in an attempt to stop the latter's effort to bring a $273 million casino resort to North Carolina. According to a Monday report from The Charlotte Observer newspaper, the…

Travel ・ 19 January 2021