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The DraftKings Virginia bonus code is open to all newcomers using DraftKings for the first time in the state of Virginia. Existing users can take advantage of separate DraftKings promos and bonuses.
How to Bet
If you haven’t played on DraftKings before but have been wanting to give it a try, getting started is easy. First, use your computer, phone, or mobile device to sign up, and ensure you have a method of payment ready to make your first deposit. Then just click our link and let the DraftKings site or app walk you through the sign-up process.
Wanting to bet on one of today’s games but aren’t sure how to get started? Here’s a quick breakdown. Some of the most common betting types include the moneyline, spread, and over/under. A moneyline bet means that you think one of the teams will win. It’s that simple! If the team you picked does bring home the win, and you bet $10 on odds of -110, you’d get $19 back.
While it can be a bit more complicated, betting against the point spread can provide a bigger payout or better chance to win in certain situations. If a team, for example, is +3, the +3 means that they must win, tie, or lose by no more than the spread amount to “cover.” But if their opponent wins by more than the spread, then they will “cover” the spread, making them the winning side of the wager.
An easier way to bet is to wager on a game’s over/under (or point total). All you have to do is pick whether you think the combined score of both teams will be higher or lower than the set “total” at the end of the contest. It’s that simple.
Games in Virginia Today
Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks vs. Norfolk State Spartans
- League: NCAAMBB
- Game Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Location: Norfolk, Virginia
- TV Channel: Watch on ESPN+
- Spread Favorite: Norfolk State (-12.5)
- Total: 135.5
Sportsbook Promo FAQ
What are Bonus Bets?
Nearly all legitimate sportsbooks in the U.S. provide promotional bet offers for new and current players, offering credits or funds (similar to real cash) that can be used for betting. Promotional links and bonus codes from sportsbooks and affiliated companies unlock these bonuses for new customers upon their initial deposit or wager. Conversely, regular players may receive bonus bets through rewards for frequent play or as incentives from in-app challenges.
Do Bonus Bets Expire?
Bonus bets and similar offers can have expiration dates. The specific terms and conditions for these promotions vary by sportsbook and offer, so it is prudent to use these offers quickly after obtaining them, unless the terms clearly indicate a no-expiration bonus. When it comes to offers for new deposits, it is advisable to make your deposit and trigger the offer when you can place several bets to maximize the benefit of the bonus.
Do Bonus Bets Pay Cash?
Although bonus bets can’t be directly cashed out, the majority of authorized sportsbooks permit the withdrawal of earnings from bonus bets just like actual money. Take note that certain deals and sportsbooks might impose withdrawal limits or distribute the winnings incrementally – always verify the specifics of the offer. By and large, a substantial victory from a bonus bet typically means real cash for you!
Are Bonus Bets Free?
Not exactly. In almost all cases, a bonus bet requires a deposit or other betting action on a sportsbook. There are times when sportsbooks offer free funds to bettors, but this is the exception and not the rule. However, usually new users can deposit as little as five dollars to receive big bonuses, so if you’re looking to get started, it is possible to get quite a few free bets off of a single small deposit or real money wager.
Which Sportsbooks Can I Trust?
In the United States, since the Supreme Court overruled a previous ban on sports betting in 2018, many states have voted to legalize wagering in their state with online sportsbooks. States offer strict guidelines and regulations for sportsbooks to do business in their area, so check to see that your preferred app or website is registered and recognized by your state’s regulators. If it is, you can trust that the sportsbook is held to a high standard and is operating legally within both the country, state and city you are in. Some of the most popular sportsbooks, such as DraftKings and FanDuel, have been in operation as either a fantasy or gambling site for many years, while those associated with casinos, such as BetMGM and Caesars, have an even longer history and background in sports wagering.
Do I Need to Make a Deposit to Get My Promo?
In most cases, you do need to make a cash deposit to get your first-time user promo offer with a sportsbook. Commonly, the company will ask that you register and deposit, and some will require you to place a bet, and then distribute your bonus credits or wagers upon successful completion of those steps.
What is a No Deposit Bonus?
Occasionally, sportsbooks present both newcomers and current bettors with opportunities to obtain free bets or bonus money even before they are required to deposit or place a bet. Although rare, and often linked to rewards promotions for current members, you should keep a look out for any special promotions designed that might provide the chance to gamble without an initial deposit into your account.
Is There a Bonus Code for Existing Users?
Regular users of sportsbooks aren’t left out when it comes to promotional deals and bonus opportunities! Although these offers typically aren’t available through a promo code or a specific URL like those for newcomers, loyal patrons can receive promotions directly through emails, in-app alerts, or messages. If you’re an established member of a sportsbook, keep an eye out for any ongoing promotions that might provide you with a free bet, a bonus on your deposit, or another reward.
Where is Sports Gambling Legal?
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RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is monitoring a Virginia traveler after they returned from a cruise ship linked to a deadly hantavirus outbreak.
The outbreak is tied to the MV Hondius, which is traveling from Argentina to the Canary Islands. Eight cases were reported this week, resulting in three deaths and several other sicknesses. Multiple passengers are now considered at risk, including one Virginian.
A local doctor said the risk to the public remains low. The traveler in question is not currently showing signs of infection, but is being monitored as a precaution.
“Typically in this country, [hantavirus is] transmitted when people are cleaning up around their rodents and they aerosolize the rodent droppings and they breathe those in,” said former Virginia Health Commissioner Dr. Randy Gordon.
Gordon said the virus has existed since the 1990s and often presents with flu-like symptoms.
“Until 2023, we only had 890 cases worldwide,” he said.
Despite the minimal risk this outbreak currently poses to those on land, Virginia health officials are still taking things seriously, Gordon said.
“The state health department is very aware of it and the district health department is very aware of it,” he said. “They’re monitoring this person and they’re seeing if any symptoms develop. However, it’s notable they’re not isolating this person.”
He emphasized that hantavirus has a very low transmission rate, despite its higher death rate of about 35%, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
“It’s very rare, number one, and one’s likelihood of encountering it is almost zero, especially if you take precautions,” Gordon said. “You’re more likely to get it right now from cleaning up rodent excrement.”
He added that this appears to be a small cluster of cases and is likely to remain limited.
Gordon said there is no specific treatment for hantavirus and doctors instead treat symptoms. The best protection is basic hygiene and avoiding exposure to rodent droppings.
(VIRGINIA MERCURY) – “We needed this rain,” farmer and entrepreneur Graham Redfern said from his front porch in Caroline County Wednesday as U.S. Rep. Eugene Vindman, who represents Virginia’s 7th District in Congress, approached.
The lawmaker was there to learn about the crops and products at Redfern Hemp Co., one of the state’s small businesses whose future hangs in the balance between soon-to-start federal restrictions on hemp THC products and Virginia’s not-yet-finalized retail cannabis market.
The rain was one certainty for Redfern, and a welcome one at the start of his planting season. But another, he said, is that most of his products will become illegal later this year, when the federal hemp crackdown kicks in.
“It’s scary,” Redfern said of thinking six months forward. He added that some of his staff members are thinking about looking for other jobs.
Redfern’s company, which employs 14 full-time staff and 5 part-time staff, makes body creams, dog treats, chocolates and gummies from hemp. His products offer calming and pain management effects for customers, while other parts of the hemp plant help create oils, birdseed and fibers.
Tamra Herndon, a longtime customer of Redfern, said the products have been helpful for her mental and physical health.
As an amputee, she experiences “phantom pain” where her left leg used to be, along with joint pain from walking on her prosthetic leg. The combination of THC and CBD in Redfern’s products helps both ease aches and calm anxiety.
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Atlantic Avenue Association hopes to attract locals with “Own the Beach”
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — People living in or near cities like Washington D.C., Charlotte, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh could soon be seeing a fresh batch of advertisements promoting the Oceanfront resort.
Tuesday, City Council voted unanimously to spend $1 million to fund the SURGE campaign. It’s an immediate ad blitz designed to combat any negative sentiments potential visitors may have garnered by recent events, according to Deputy City Manager Amanda Jarratt.
Saturday night shootings in March and April left total of 14 people injured at the resort. As a result, City Council instituted an all-ages curfew at 9:30 p.m. for weekends — later overturned — that business owners said effectively turned off the city’s economic engine and communicated an unwelcoming message.
Jarratt said the campaign looks to leave all that in the past.
“Over the last few weeks, unfortunately, we’ve experienced several issues that have potentially have negative impact on our perception and reputation,” Jarratt said. “And so this is a concerted effort to actively reinforce our family-friendly brand and maintain focus on increased visitor tourism for this 2026 resort season.”
The city’s Convention and Visitors Bureau will focus on “the drive and fly markets” in proximity to Virginia Beach, with digital media placements with streaming services and online travel platforms.
The city hasn’t tracked an overwhelming negative reaction to events this spring, Jarratt said, but “felt it best to be proactive.”
“While there may be some concern over gas prices, certainly airline prices have increased as well, … we feel like more individuals are going to be traveling domestically, and we want to ensure that they are visiting the city of Virginia Beach,” Jarratt said.
The money for the ads comes from the Tourism Advertising Program Special Revenue Fund. Traditionally $11.4 million each year is spent on marketing, according to Jarratt. She points to the $2.6 billion in 2024 visitor spending as return on investment.
“I think it’s terrific,” said George Kotarides, owner of Dough Boy’s Pizza. “I applaud them for doing that. But we’re hoping that we can move into a more localized campaign in conjunction.”
Saturday, the Atlantic Avenue Association has organized “Own the Beach.” Kotarides, who founded the association, helped to organize the effort out of concern for the resort’s reputation in the region following the last two months.
“It’s quiet, you know? It’s not as active as it normally is,” Kotarides said. “So we’re hoping that this creates a little bit of energy.”
Own The Beach is a campaign where, so far, nearly 60 businesses have agreed to offer $10 deals on Saturday.
“We got amusements, attractions, dessert and sweets, restaurants, bars, parking, there’s a couple parking lots offering $10 all day parking, so there’s a lot of different businesses that are participating,” Kotarides said.
He called it a pilot program, of sorts, to see if it attracts locals for a day.
“We just need to take this as an opportunity, really, to start fresh and do something new and different and try to make a little lemonade out of lemons, if you will, and get people together, get the community together,” Kotarides said.
To read a complete list of deals from participating businesses click here.
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