ROANOKE, Va. – On Tuesday, Roanoke City Mayor Joe Cobb announced that the city is exploring the possibility of bringing a casino to the Berglund Center. Cobb said the idea is still in the early stages but could attract tourists and boost the city’s economy.
“A casino along with additional event spaces, restaurant, a hotel, and added parking that could transform this area to a vibrant destination for residents and visitors alike,” Cobb said during the announcement.
Some nearby cities like Danville, Vinton, and Bristol already have casinos, but Cobb says it’s not about competition — it’s about creating opportunities, including new jobs from casino and hotel staff to restaurant and construction workers…