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Local developers roll dice again on Cedar Rapids casino license as Iowa's moratorium ends
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — National gaming operator/developer Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) and the Linn County Gaming Association plan to jointly apply for a gaming license at the end of June. A state moratorium on any new casino licenses in Iowa expires on Sunday, June 30. The proposed location is...
The Linn County Fair’s Jelly Roll Races Need YOU: On Your Mark, Get Set, SEW!
Time to break out that sewing machine if it's not already broken or out and head to the Linn County Fair THIS SATURDAY!! Compete against fellow sewers in a race with...The Jelly Roll! (Angels sing here with harp gliss) There may not be a real Jelly Roll but anytime you mention those words together angels sing. Much like sticky buns, monkey bread, or cinnamon rolls, angels sing, but let's not get too far off course.
Head-on collision shuts down part of Highway 151 in Fairfax for an hour
LINN COUNTY, Iowa — No one is seriously hurt after two vehicles were involved in a head-on collision in Fairfax Wednesday morning. Around 7am, Linn County Sheriff's Deputies, along with members of Linn County Rescue, the Fairfax Fire Department and Area Ambulance, were dispatched to Highway 151 just north of St. Patrick’s Road after receiving reports of a crash.
Linn County Fair Kicks Off Today in Central City
The first fair of the season kicks off today. The Linn County Fair is going on this week in Central City. Britt Nielsen says they're excited to offer two nights of country concerts this year. Ryan Sieck says they're holding the ECIPA Truck and Tractor Pull on Thursday night. And...
Linn County Fair kicks off with free admission preview day
CENTRAL CITY, Iowa — Wednesday marks the beginning of the Linn County Fair in Central City, and is their free admission sneak peek day. There are several activities to experience, such as a petting zoo, corn pit, 4-H animal judging, a beer pit and lumberjack shows. This year's grandstand...
The Memories: Celebrating 52 Years Of Music And Laughter At The Linn County Fair
The Linn County Fair is more than just a gathering of livestock, grandstand events, and fair food; it's a vibrant celebration of community spirit and tradition. Among the myriad attractions gracing its stages and pavilions, one duo stands out: The Memories, hailing from Wisconsin and marking their impressive anniversary this year.
Sounds of Summer Winner!
Heather Rochford of Edgewood was one of the latest winners of our Sounds of Summer Promotion! She guessed our sound, “drink poured over ice,” correctly and won tickets to see Joe Nichols at the Linn County Fair! You too can play by tuning in throughout the day and guessing the daily sound on our website. Click here to submit your guess!
Linn County Gaming Association to apply for casino when moratorium ends
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Cedar Rapids could be closer to landing a casino. Iowa’s two year moratorium on new gaming licenses expires June 30, and on Wednesday two organizations announced they intend to immediately apply for a license. The city of Cedar Rapids has already set aside land...
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