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Iowa: Cedar Rapids Casino breaks ground on $275M project after state approval, to open on New Year’s Eve 2026
P2E Chairman Brent Stevens addressed attendees, noting the company’s plans for Iowa’s gaming industry and its past success in operating casinos across the state. “ We’ve been here in the great state of Iowa for over 25 years, building three world-class facilities in Dubuque, Northwood, and Sioux City, and here we are in Cedar Rapids,” Stevens said.
Iowa commission denies request to pause Cedar Rapids casino license
Iowa’s Racing and Gaming Commission voted unanimously Monday to deny a request by Riverside Casino & Golf Resort to immediately pause issuance of a gambling license in
Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission deny two challenges to license for Cedar Crossing Casino
One commission member says even with the decisions it won’t impact Riverside’s ability to challenge the license through the courts.
Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission awards Cedar Rapids license for $275 million casino
The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission voted 4-1 to award Cedar Rapids a license for the 20th state-licensed casino.
Cedar Rapids moves ahead with $275 million casino
Cedar Rapids will move forward with plans for a $275 million casino now that the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission authorized a gaming license for Linn County.
Cedar Rapids Casino Ground Break Site
Cedar Rapids Casino Ground Break Site 2/7/2025
Cedar Rapids breaks ground on $275 million casino and entertainment center
Construction is underway for the Cedar Crossing Casino and Entertainment Center after more than a decade of efforts from developers.A groundbreaking ceremony wa
Racing and Gaming Commission approves Cedar Rapids casino project
The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission voted to approve the application for Cedar Crossing Casino and Entertainment Center on Thursday morning at its February meeting in Altoona. Cedar Rapids Mayor Tiffany O’Donnell celebrated the decision,
Cedar Crossing Casino & Entertainment center granted license by IRGC
Cedar Crossing Casino & Entertainment center granted license by IRGC on Thursday morning
Commission members explain their votes on Cedar Rapids casino
During Thursday’s Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission meeting, each member of the commission delivered a statement explaining their vote on the Cedar Rapids casino project. Listen to the audio here. Read more on the 4-1 vote to approve the state casino license application here.
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Cedar Rapids man identified as person who died after being pulled from Lake Macbride
The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office released the identity Monday of a man who died over the weekend after being pulled from ...
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Cedar Rapids Community School District proposes new $210 million bond initiative
The district conducted a survey, formed a community task force and is now launching a second survey on what voters want to see in a bond proposal.
Iowa Gov. Reynolds denies Lutheran Services is a money-laundering operation after backlash
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds rejected claims that Lutheran Services is a money-laundering operation, saying her previous comments were taken out of context after she ...
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Government Notes: Cedar Rapids Council to consider granting incentives for former Transamerica site development
The Cedar Rapids City Council on Tuesday will consider granting financial incentives to a project that would redevelop the ...
Authorities identify body found in Lake McBride as 85-year-old Cedar Rapids man
The Johnson County Sheriff's Office have identified an 85-year-old Cedar Rapids man as the person who fell through the Lake McBride ice on Saturday.
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Cedar Rapids School District unveils new $210M bond proposal
The Cedar Rapids Community School District has announced a new $210 million bond proposal for this year's ballot, two years ...
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If you've ever found your self looking up to the skies after the sun sets and wondering what lies beyond our atmosphere, but aren't sure where to find those kin ...