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Virginia Lottery Board approves Live Casino Virginia operator's license for Petersburg project
Summary
The Virginia Lottery Board unanimously approved an operator's license for PPE Casino Resorts Petersburg, LLC (operating as Live Casino and Hotel Virginia) on Jan. 14, 2026, after a lottery background investigation found no disqualifying issues; approval was subject to outstanding operational items and receipt of $15 million required by statute.
The Virginia Lottery Board voted Jan. 14, 2026 to grant a facility operator's license to PPE Casino Resorts Petersburg, LLC, the company proposing to operate as Live Casino and Hotel Virginia in Petersburg.
Lottery staff summarized a comprehensive background investigation and recommended approval. "The lottery's background investigation has confirmed that PPE Casino Resorts Petersburg, LLC has the financial resources, business experience, and ability to execute its business plan with no derogatory concerns regarding integrity or overall suitability," lottery staff member Mr. Temple told the board. The staff report said the investigation reviewed corporate…
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