Henry County Public Schools recently received a $10,000 donation to help drive innovation and enhance student learning. The gift comes from Churchill Downs Incorporated, the company behind Colonial Downs Racetrack and Rosie’s Game Room in Collinsville.

About 15 to 20 canine wave riders are set to vie for top dog in the World Dog Surfing Championships outside San Francisco this weekend.

6 years ago this week, Rosie’s Gaming Emporium in Vinton opened and horse racing returned to the commonwealth.

Meet Rosie! Montgomery County Animal Services said she loves to relax on the couch and is perfect for anyone looking for a relaxed dog around the house.

Starting July 1, individuals under 21 will no longer be allowed inside of Rosie’s as a result of changes in Virginia state law.

Rosie’s is trying to help ease the pain you may feel at the gas pump with a new giveaway.

If everything goes as planned Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums across Virginia will have a new owner before the end of 2022.

The new slots and entertainment venue at Rosie’s Gaming Emporium in Vinton are now open to the public.

If the referendum passes, Rosie’s could be up and running in two years.

There’s some controversy in Amherst County as a gaming emporium is one step closer to making its way into town.

The gaming machines sound off from open to close and now, outside the facility, there’s plenty of noise being made by construction equipment.

Rosie’s Gaming Emporium is looking to open up a satellite location in Amherst County, but there are a few steps before that possibility can become a reality.

Someone’s Friday just got a hundred times better.

Friday marked two years that Rosie’s has operated in Virginia.

"Rosie" runs in the snow on the National Mall in front of the U.S. Capitol, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2021, in Washington. It was already impacting coronavirus vaccinations in New York and New Jersey, with appointments for Monday needing to be canceled and rescheduled. The storm system blanketed parts of the Midwest in the most snow some places had seen in several years. In Wisconsin, snow depths in some counties near Lake Michigan had reached more than 15 inches (38 centimeters), and the snow was still falling. Much of the region could see blizzard-like conditions, with a foot to 18 inches (30 to 45 centimeters) of snow.

VINTON, Va. – Despite the pandemic, several businesses are expanding and opening in the Town of Vinton. The plans were announced to Vinton Town Council earlier this week and would add 18,000 square feet. Something acting town manager Pete Peters says is a long time coming. It’s something that we really lacked in the town was having that outdoor dining experience so that’s really going to expand that opportunity. Acting Vinton Town Manager Pete Peters said.

Entertainment centers across Virginia can now open at half capacity under the state’s Phase 3 of reopening. “After 107 days, it feels fantastic to be back,” said Ernie Dellaverson, general manager of Rosie’s Gaming Emporium in Vinton. Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges is set to host several musical performances for the public, starting on July 10. “We’ve been working so hard to get open, so we’re hoping our community will come out,” said Dr Pepper Park general manager Waynette Anderson. Anderson said Dr Pepper Park will debut a touchless ticket and bag check for its concerts, surfaces will be wiped down at least every 30 minutes, and guests should stay six feet apart.

All rights reserved)RICHMOND, Va. Rosies Gaming Emporium is set to open next week for some good, clean fun.The locations in Richmond, Hampton, New Kent County and Vinton are set to open on Wednesday, and according to a release from Rosie;s, extra precautions are in place to keep customers safe. Rosies has implemented what it calls an Extra Care program, with dozens of new medical and sanitation policies, including:Face coverings required for all guests and team members. All guests and team members will have their temperature screened before entering. Public areas (gaming areas, restaurant seating, betting terminals) and team member workstations have been rearranged to provide adequate physical distancing. According to the company, Rosies has invested more than $500,000 in resources meant to protect customers and employees.

DANVILLE, Va. - In a narrow victory, the referendum that will allow Rosie's Gaming Emporium to expand in Southwest Virginia passed Tuesday. According to the state Department of Elections, 5,083 people voted to allow Rosie's to open in Danville while 4,717 people voted against allowing the gambling establishment to open. "Danville is the comeback city and we think this is another step in that direction." "We can begin in earnest working with Danville city leaders to determine exactly what kind of project the community in Danville would like to see and the collaborating to bring that to fruition," Hubbard said. So, where will Rosie's open in Danville?

Voters in Danville voted Tuesday to either allow or not allow Rosie's Gaming Emporium to open in the city. Based on vote counts from precincts across the city as of about noon Tuesday, the city's registrar was expecting voter turnout to be around 45 percent by the time the polls closed. Earlier this year, because of all the talk about Rosie's, she was predicting a voter turnout around 50 percent. I think the more revenue we can get in Virginia, the better off we are," Danville resident Ricky Wrenn said as he left his voting precinct. I've been praying about it," Danville resident Evelyn Hearn said as she headed into her precinct to vote.

DANVILLE, Va. - This time next year, you could see a seemingly endless amount of people filing in to Rosie's Gaming Emporium in Danville. On Tuesday, voters in Danville will go to the polls to decide if they want to allow Rosie's to open or not. "I support it because I believe it can bring a lot of revenue back into the city," said Danville resident Mary Glass. Danville resident Susan Cox, however, believes Rosie's is too much of a gamble. "So you'll have people from out-of-state bringing revenues into Danville, and not only will they visit Rosie's, but they'll stop and fill their gas tanks, they may spend the night, and they may choose to visit other attractions in Danville."

VINTON, Va. - To say Rosie's Gaming Emporium has been a huge shot in the arm for Vinton since it opened earlier this year may be an understatement. They're bringing folks in not only from the Roanoke Valley but from outside the Valley," Assistant Vinton Town Manager Pete Peters said. "Even with the revenue Rosie's is producing, it's still going to take multiple years to pay for the projects," Peters noted. Neither Rosie's nor the racing commission responded to a request for comment Friday. Peters said he does not know when the racing commission may make a decision about the request from Rosie's.