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Roanoke seeks casino bid requiring at least $300 million investment

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Roanoke officials are pursuing a legislative route to secure a casino concession, after failing to find a state lawmaker to sponsor the effort in 2026. The city says a casino developer would need to invest at least $300 million, including funding for the Berglund Center; a state law and local ballot referendum would also be required.

A casino proposal would require significant private investment and state approval before Roanoke residents could vote on it.

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