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Linn county man claims $171,602 InstaPlay Lottery Prize

Linn county man claims $171602 InstaPlay Lottery Prize CLIVE, Iowa - David Thomas of Marion won an Extreme Green Progressive InstaPlay jackpot prize. He purchased his winning ticket at Casey's on Lindale Drive in Marion, and claimed his prize of $171602 on Friday at the lottery's Cedar Rapids regional office. The game's jackpot starts at $20000 and…

Lottery ・ 24 January 2024

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Lottery player experiences ‘side effect’ after big win

The winner of a recent jackpot prize has experienced "an unforeseen side effect," according to the Iowa Lottery. "I haven't gotten any sleep all weekend," Michael Bechthold, of Monticello, told lottery officials Monday, Oct. 30, when claiming his big win. The 60-year-old man had won a $113913 jackpot prize with a $10 Jackpot Party Progressive…

Winnings ・ 03 November 2023

The Courier

Woman's conviction overturned in Waterloo casino appeal

WATERLOO - The Iowa Court of Appeals has overturned the conviction of a Cedar Rapids woman accused of helping her boyfriend avoid child support obligations and unpaid fines after winning a slot machine jackpot in Waterloo in 2020. A Black Hawk County jury found Sydney Leiann Slaughter, 35, guilty of false claim of winning during a 2022…

Mobile ・ 16 August 2023

KCRG

Teens illegally gambling online

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - On Wednesday, the number of investigations into current and former Iowa athletes in connection to a sports betting investigation has grown to 7. The state gaming commission and Iowa DCI launched an investigation into illegal sports wagering among college athletes earlier this year. When sports betting was first passed…

Sports ・ 03 August 2023

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Davenport Woman Just Won a Giant Lottery Prize

Someone in Davenport, Iowa, just won a lottery prize worth over $59000! Let's take a closer look at the Iowa Lottery's "Super 7s Progressive" InstaPlay game and how it works. Iowa Lottery's Super 7s Progressive InstaPlay Game The Super 7s Progressive InstaPlay game is a combination of instant-scratch and lotto games. The jackpot prize starts at…

Lottery ・ 30 March 2023

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Iowa lawmakers approve two-year moratorium on new casino licenses, cashless gaming legalization

Iowa lawmakers have voted in favor of a two-year moratorium on new casino licenses, local media reports. The provision is part of a larger gaming bill that also legalizes cashless gaming, now headed to Gov. Kim Reynolds for signature, and would jeopardize a casino project in Linn County, where voters in the fall approved a referendum to that…

Law ・ 29 July 2022

The Courier

Waterloo woman wins second big lottery prize In three years

CLIVE - A Waterloo woman has won a large lottery prize for the second time in three years. "It is very exciting," Sarah Baxter told officials on Monday as she claimed her "Extreme Green Progressive" InstaPlay jackpot prize of $182162 at the lottery's Cedar Rapids regional office. "It feels good to get out of debt. That is my biggest thing." The…

Winnings ・ 28 July 2022

KCRG

Casinos in Iowa report record revenue in FY2022

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Iowa casinos posted record profits in fiscal 2022, even as Governor Kim Reynolds and Republicans in the legislature cited "gambling fatigue" while placing a moratorium on any new casinos in the state. In all, Iowa casinos reported $1.76 billion in gross revenue for traditional casino games and slots and an additional…

Finance ・ 21 July 2022

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Iowa Gov. pushed not to sign casino moratorium bill as P2E's Cedar Rapids project developers unveil $250M plans

Despite Iowa lawmakers passing last week a two-year moratorium on new casino licenses, developers and backers of a $250 million casino proposal in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, have unveiled details and plans for their project, called "Cedar Crossing." The Linn County Gaming Association (LCGA), Cedar Rapids Development Group, and Peninsula Pacific…

Gaming Authorities ・ 11 June 2022

The Gazette

Cedar Rapids’ casino plans envision $250 million ‘Cedar Crossing’ entertainment complex at old Coope

CEDAR RAPIDS - Undeterred by state lawmakers' action to block new casino licenses until 2024, local casino backers have unveiled plans for a $250 million, 160000 square-foot entertainment and cultural arts complex near downtown Cedar Rapids at the site of now-demolished Cooper's Mill. The Cedar Crossing casino proposal, shared exclusively with The…

Gaming Authorities ・ 29 May 2022

Little Village Magazine

Cedar Rapids' chance for a casino will be blocked by surprise amendment to gambling bill

Cedar Rapids' latest attempt to add a downtown casino encountered an unexpected problem on Monday, when the Iowa Legislature approved a bill with an amendment that prohibits the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC) from issuing any new casino licenses before June 30, 2024. "This is incredibly unfair," Cedar Rapids Democrat Rep. Kirsten…

Law ・ 25 May 2022

Vinton Today

Benton County Man Wins Big InstaPlay Lottery Prize

A Benton County man said he plans to buy a new motorcycle after winning a lottery prize of more than $60000. Skyler Kimm, 29, of Blairstown, won a jackpot prize of $60144 in the Iowa Lottery's "JACKPOT PARTY Progressive" InstaPlay game. He bought his winning ticket at Kimm's Mini Mart, 604 Locust St. in Blairstown. Kimm, a sheet metal-worker,…

Winnings ・ 01 April 2022

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The Gazette

Potential Cedar Rapids casino operator sells some assets to Churchill Downs

The would-be operator of a Linn County casino is selling its Sioux City casino and other properties to Churchill Downs Inc. The $2.5 billion deal, announced Tuesday, does not affect Peninsula Pacific Entertainment's plans to develop a casino in Cedar Rapids, should one ever be approved by the state. (The Gazette) The would-be operator of a Linn…

Industry ・ 23 February 2022

Sioux City Journal

UPDATED: Churchill Downs parent to take over Hard Rock Sioux City casino as part of $2.5B deal

SIOUX CITY -- The parent company of the iconic Kentucky Derby would gain control of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City as part of a blockbuster $2.485 billion deal announced Tuesday that also includes the sale of gaming properties in Virginia and New York. Under terms of its purchase agreement with Peninsula Pacific Entertainment, Churchill…

Gaming Authorities ・ 23 February 2022

The Gazette

Iowa’s casino cartel remains the favorite in latest C.R. license push

A lighting feature above a central bar on the casino floor at Riverside Casino & Golf Resort in Riverside, Iowa, on Wednesday, March 20, 2019. (Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette) So would you like to bet on the prospects for a Cedar Rapids casino to land a long-sought state gaming license? At this point, I'd recommend saving your money. The house, in this…

Gaming Authorities ・ 03 February 2022

The Quad City Times

Gaming loss to other states could help C.R. casino

ALTOONA - New market studies commissioned by the panel that regulates Iowa gaming facilities show Nebraska's plans to build casinos along Iowa's western border will eat into industry revenue in this state - which Cedar Rapids officials hope will finally lead to regulators approving a casino in Iowa's second-largest city. However, one report…

Gaming Authorities ・ 16 January 2022

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Gaming loss to other states could help Cedar Rapids casino

ALTOONA - New market studies commissioned by the panel that regulates Iowa gaming facilities show Nebraska's plans to build casinos along Iowa's western border will eat into industry revenue in this state - which Cedar Rapids officials hope will finally lead to regulators approving a casino in Iowa's second-largest city. However, one report…

Gaming Authorities ・ 14 January 2022

The Gazette

Cedar Rapids casino could help Iowa offset gaming industry losses as neighboring states expand gambl

ALTOONA - New market studies commissioned by the panel that regulates Iowa gaming facilities show Nebraska's plans to build casinos along Iowa's western border will eat into industry revenue in this state - which Cedar Rapids officials hope will finally lead to regulators approving a casino in Iowa's second-largest city. However, one report…

Industry ・ 14 January 2022

KCRG

Iowa Racing & Gaming Commission meeting to discuss impacts of Linn County Casino

LINN COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - New independent studies show the social and economic impact of a casino in Linn County. The Iowa Racing & Gaming Commission is set to meet Thursday morning to discuss the findings in the two studies. 55% of Linn County voters approved a referendum for a casino in Linn County during the November 2021 elections. The…

Gaming Authorities ・ 13 January 2022

Iowa Public Radio

Linn County will vote on a gambling referendum Tuesday. The outcome could have impacts statewide

Linn County residents once again have the chance to weigh in on whether gambling should be allowed in the community. The referendum on the ballot Tuesday could have implications for communities across the state that rely on revenues from existing casinos. The gambling industry has grown significantly in Iowa since lawmakers opened the door for…

Law ・ 01 November 2021

The Gazette

As casino backers look to pass Linn County gaming referendum, potential location uncertain

The three Cedar Rapids casino proposals to be considered by state regulators include (from left) Cedar Crossing 2.0, Cedar Crossing 1.0 and Wild Rose. (renderings provided by casino development groups) CEDAR RAPIDS - When voters cast their ballots in the Nov. 2 local elections, they'll have the option of backing a measure to keep the door open for…

Law ・ 27 October 2021

98.1 KHAK

Ahead of Linn Vote, Four Iowa Casinos Face Underage Violations

With another attempt on the November 2 Linn County ballot to bring a casino to Cedar Rapids, whatever limited chance there was may be hindered yet again by news of four Iowa casinos being fined for "violations involving minors". Four casinos in the state are being charged a combined $130000. Starting with Catfish Bend in Burlington, Radio Iowa says…

Gaming Authorities ・ 25 October 2021

The Gazette

Cedar Rapids needs positive options, not casino gambling

Thank you for the letter printed in The Gazette from Kurt Rogahn giving a personal example of how gambling had a devastating effect in his family. Cedar Rapids needs wholesome, family oriented activities to help offset all the negative pull against us, and a gambling casino in our midst is not the answer. Years ago, I was a member of the "No Dice"…

Winnings ・ 20 October 2021

The Gazette

The Gazette’s endorsement: Vote ‘yes’ on Linn County casino gambling referendum

Note: Staff editorials represent the consensus view of The Gazette's editorial board. Read more about the process: Cedar Rapids deserves a casino. Ultimately, that decision is out of our hands - it's up to state regulators. But to keep the dream alive, voters must approve the Nov. 2 referendum to renew the county's casino gambling authorization.…

Law ・ 09 October 2021

The Gazette

For now, ‘potential’ is all Cedar Rapids casino backers have

Supporters of casino gambling in Cedar Rapids gathered for lunch this past week. "Potential" was the main course. "We've proven time and again that nothing will stand between us and achieving our potential," said the narrator of a video extolling the entertainment and economic benefits of a future Linn County casino. "To make our future days…

Gaming Authorities ・ 13 September 2021

KCRG

Linn County gambling reauthorization referendum to appear on November ballot

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Voters in Linn County will have the chance to decide whether gambling operations could exist in the county when they head to the polls in November. The Linn County Board of Supervisors adopted the resolution at a July 14 meeting by a vote of 3-0. The vote will take place on November 2, 2021, when voters in the county…

Law ・ 21 July 2021

The Gazette

Another Linn County gambling vote, but gaming has changed

Given all the talk this week about a Linn County gambling referendum this fall, I tried this past week to get in touch with Jonathan Swain. He's president of Peninsula Pacific Entertainment, the casino company leading a group of investors that holds all the cards when it comes to the possibility of a casino, someday, in Cedar Rapids. The Cedar…

Gaming Authorities ・ 16 May 2021