ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — State Legislators and local residents alike are voicing their opinions on the City of Roanoke’s decision to pursue a casino and entertainment district at the Berglund Center.
The city made the announcement on Tuesday morning, and public reaction began to pour in almost immediately.
“I’m personally not in favor of gambling of any kind but a casino I think would really be terrible for the city of Roanoke,” said Jeff Krajnik, who has lived in Roanoke for 25 years. “I think it would just drag the whole city down.”…