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Iowa commission sets timeline for Cedar Rapids gaming license applications
Iowa commission sets timeline for Cedar Rapids gaming license applications. The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission has approved a timeline for Linn County’s application for a gaming license. This marks the third attempt to bring a casino to Cedar Rapids. Story continues below. Developer Peninsula Pacific Entertainment, P2E, alongside...
City of Marion Announces Schedule Changes Due to Anticipated Severe Weather
The City of Marion, in conjunction with its partners at Linn County Emergency Management Agency, is monitoring the potential for severe storms later this afternoon and evening, Monday, July 15. Please note the following schedule changes to enhance employee and public safety. All essential services will continue to be provided.
Linn County Landfill Will Be Full 8 Years Earlier than Expected
The Linn County landfill north of Marion will reach its capacity 8 years earlier than originally thought. The Cedar Rapids Gazette reports that increased waste from natural disasters and population growth will push the landfill to capacity. The landfill which is located along County Home Road in Linn County will end operations on June 30, 2044, according to an agreement between the city of Marion and the Cedar Rapids Linn County Solid Waste Agency. But updated data now shows the landfill will reach capacity 8 years sooner, in 2036.
Rolling the dice once again: Cedar Rapids gambles on new casino
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KWQC) - The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission held an open-to-the-public, virtual meeting today and approved a timeline for Linn County’s gaming license application. This marks the third attempt to bring a casino to Cedar Rapids. The approved timeline and steps the commission, the county, and...
Cedar Rapids investors hope third time’s the charm with new casino proposal
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — An Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission vote on Feb. 6, 2025, will decide whether a proposed $250 million Cedar Rapids casino is approved or becomes the third in the line of failed casino proposals. The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission, which approves casino licenses, laid...
Linn County casino: State commission sets timeline for gaming license applications
LINN COUNTY, Iowa (KGAN) — The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission has approved a timeline for Linn County's application for a gaming license. This marks the third attempt to bring a casino to Cedar Rapids. Developer Peninsula Pacific Entertainment, P2E, alongside the Linn County Gaming Association, have worked together...
Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission to discuss casino proposal in Cedar Rapids
A meeting will be held today. US.- The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC) will discuss a casino proposal in Cedar Rapids at a virtual meeting today (July 12). The meeting is open to the public. Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) and the Linn County Gaming Association (LCGA) announced that they...
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