Virginia Theatre could reap benefits from OTB
By Don Dodson
Thursday August 7, 2008
Robin Scholz
One of the top priorities for Virginia Theatre work is replacement of the marquee.
CHAMPAIGN – The Champaign Park District stands to reap about $50,000 a year if the local off-track betting parlor moves to Jupiter's at the Crossing in Champaign later this year as planned.
Park district Executive Director Bobbie Herakovich said local park districts are supposed to get a portion of revenues from OTBs, and she'll likely recommend the money go for ongoing renovation of the Virginia Theatre. But if the Urbana Park District's experience is any indication, the Champaign district shouldn't count its chickens too soon.
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