DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) -- The City of Danville announced Monday, May 18 they are in negotiations with a company to open a casino in the city.
Legislators voted in favor of casino legislation in April when they reconvened for a special session. Casinos were approved for five cities: Bristol, Danville, Richmond, Portsmouth and Norfolk.
Since the casino bills have passed, residents of those cities will vote in a referendum to legalize casinos in November.
If a majority approves in these localities, each locality will be able to open a full-scale commercial casino in their city.
The City of Danville announced they are in negotiations with Caesars Entertainment to be its preferred casino gaming operator.
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