Lottery Commission to vote on allowing 24/7 operations at tracks

Round-the-clock poker, blackjack or slot operations could soon be an option at West Virginia’s racetracks if the state Lottery Commission agrees to the request. via Charleston Daily Mail

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Thu, October 11th, 2007

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