More changes are on the way for Iowa’s casino industry in 2026 — including more casinos moving from water-based operations to land.
Iowa Racing and Gaming Administrator Tina Eick says construction continues on the new Cedar Rapids casino, which is still expected to open in December 2026.
“There’s certainly a long ways to go, but we’re also 12 months out,” Eick says. “From our perspective, they’re making good progress and we have every reason to believe they’ll meet the commission’s expectations for opening on time.”…