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Signatures gathered to reboot gaming referendum in Amherst Amherst County could be on its way to a redo of a referendum on Rosie’s Gaming Emporium aiming to set up an operation in the county.
Home, old bank/barbershop, was busy when Monroe was a railroad town The white building with four columns on its front doorstep stands taller than most homes in Monroe, its architecture making it an eye-catching…
What to know about the renewed push for Rosie’s in Amherst County A second vote on Rosie's Gaming Emporium could be headed to Amherst County voters this fall. Here's what to know about the new petition effort.
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