NORFOLK, Va. — A Norfolk casino under construction is one step closer to full operation upon receiving a casino gaming operator’s license on Wednesday.

The Virginia Lottery Board approved the issuance of the license for Golden Eagle Corporation II LLC, the developer and operator.

The Pamunkey Indian Tribe and Boyd Gaming are partners in the casino project.

“For the Pamunkey Indian Tribe, this license is more than regulatory clearance,” said Kevin Brown, chief of the Pamunkey Tribe. “It is a milestone of opportunity, a reaffirmation of our long-term vision for economic development, job creation and partnership with the community of Norfolk. We look forward to shared success ahead with our partners at Boyd Gaming and the City of Norfolk.”

The Virginia Lottery Board reviewed the appli

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