Norfolk marked a major economic milestone with the opening of its first-ever casino, signaling a new era for entertainment and development in the city. Rather than focusing solely on gaming revenue, the casino launched with a community-driven approach, donating all opening-day proceeds to the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore to support local families facing food insecurity.
City leaders and casino officials framed the opening as both an economic engine and a civic partner, emphasizing job creation, tourism growth, and long-term investment in Norfolk neighborhoods. The opening-day donation set the tone for the casino’s role as more than an entertainment venue — positioning it as a stakeholder in the city’s social and economic wellbeing as Norfolk continues its broader revitalization efforts.
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