The first Rosie’s Gaming Emporium, located at Colonial Downs in New Kent, held the first of several preview days on April 18th.
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This highly anticipated Rosie’s will open Tuesday April 23rd at 11 AM with a ribbon cutting set for 10:45 AM. The first 500 attendees will receive a commemorative t-shirt and anyone that signs up for a Players Card will get a $10 free play voucher.
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A view of the “charred” Secretariat Turf Course from the third floor simulcast area. The grass surface underwent a controlled burn April 16th
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The New Kent venue will feature 600 Historical Horse Racing (HHR)terminals, a live simulcast wagering area, several bars, a fast casual concession and dining area, separate smoking and non-smoking sections, a higher limit HHR area, gift shop and an upbeat environment with plenty of friendly staff to assist everyone.