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Signatures being gathered to reboot Rosie’s 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.
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.
Home, former bank, stayed 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…
Two running for Amherst council, mayor seeks 4th term Two seats on Amherst Town Council have drawn a pair of candidates and Mayor Dwayne Tuggle is running unopposed for another term in the upcomin…
A1 Minute! July 8, 2026: Virginia tops for custom talent; Rare Declaration of Independence print at VMHC; Maymont’s river otters
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