Fairfax NAACP Invites Community to Tysons Casino Talk

Hey there, something interesting is happening in Fairfax County! The NAACP is throwing a party, but this isn't your usual get-together. The chat is all about this proposed entertainment complex in Tysons, you know, the one with a casino and all kinds of fun stuff. The talk is set for January 7, 2025, at 6:30 PM at the Gum Springs Community Center. It's like a big ol' town hall meeting where you can express your thoughts, concerns, or just listen. This isn't a one-sided gig; they’ve got reps from Comstock Development Corp. , plus folks who are for the casino and some who aren't too keen on the idea. It should be a solid mix. There's even a professor named Terry Clower who's joining in. He’s pretty smart and has some doubts about having two casinos so close to each other.Terry wondered if Tysons can support another casino, especially with that big MGM casino just a stone's throw away in Maryland. It’s like having two ice cream shops next to each other — can they both thrive? Guess we’ll see what happens! Now, the guy who usually pushes the casino bills, Senator Dave Marsden, is bowing out this time. No worries, though, because another guy named Scott Surovell is stepping in. He’ll be the one carrying the banner for the casino bill this time around. So, if you’re around Fairfax County, why not swing by and be part of the conversation? It’s like a mini-debate on whether Tysons should become the next Vegas!