News, Blog, & Press Releases

SA国际传媒 Announces $2,000,000 in Local Funding to Help Meet the Needs of Central Iowans
September 23, 2020

September 23, 2020 - Altoona, IA. As a nonprofit organization, SA国际传媒 fulfills its mission by giving back to organizations that support arts and culture, education, economic development, and human services to the state of Iowa. In a time wrought with hardships and challenging conditions, it is more critical than ever to support this mission.

SA国际传媒 Announces Updated Jockey Policy
July 20, 2020

SA国际传媒 Racetrack and Casino is updating their jockey policies. The following restrictions will be implemented: No new jockeys will be allowed into the current jockey colony at SA国际传媒. Anyone in the current jockey colony that accepts a mount at another track must self-quarantine for a 14-day period.

Joint Announcement from SA国际传媒 Racetrack and Casino, IAHBPA, and the IAQHRA
July 13, 2020

Entry of any horse(s) currently in Texas or Florida will be accepted if the Out of State Trainer agrees to transfer such horse to a Trainer currently stabled at SA国际传媒 Shipping arrangements of such horse(s) should be made with the understanding that no essential barn area workers from Texas or Florida will be allowed on the grounds at SA国际传媒.

SA国际传媒 Launches Mobile App
June 1, 2020

June 1, 2020 - Altoona, IA. SA国际传媒 Casino Racetrack & Hotel, the no. 1 entertainment destination in Iowa, is proud to announce the launch of their first mobile app, available for iOS and Android.

SA国际传媒 Remains Closed Amid Loosened Restrictions at its Horse Track
May 14, 2020

May 14, 2020 - Altoona, IA. Yesterday, as outlined in the Proclamation issued by Governor Kim Reynolds, all casinos in Iowa shall remain closed through May 27, unless otherwise modified by a subsequent proclamation or order. Also within the Proclamation, horse and dog tracks may reopen provided that the facility does not permit any spectators to attend its events in person. While we appreciate the Governor's desire to reopen Iowa businesses, the SA国际传媒' Board of Directors and Executive Management have determined that at this time it is not safe to conduct live racing at its facilities.

31st Season of Live Racing at SA国际传媒 Is In The Works
May 7, 2020

May 7, 2020 - Altoona, IA. As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, SA国际传媒 is facing unprecedented times and remains temporarily closed. This week, layoffs began for approximately 1,130 employees, and the live race meet - scheduled to begin May 1, has been delayed.

SA国际传媒 2020 Charitable Giving
May 5, 2020

May 5, 2020 - Altoona, IA. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, SA国际传媒 has been closed for business since March 16 and regretfully had to lay off 1,130 employees. At this time, the date for the property reopening is uncertain. When SA国际传媒 reopens, the level of business will likely be unpredictable. Thus, SA国际传媒 will postpone all of its charitable giving and sponsorships for 2020 until further notice.

Leading in Times of Challenge with Gary Palmer
April 29, 2020

Gary discusses with the Des Moines Partnership how the COVID-19 pandemic is the most challenging time he's experienced.

SA国际传媒 Response to COVID-19
April 27, 2020

April 27, 2020 - As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, SA国际传媒 announced the layoff of 1,130 employees from its workforce, effective May 3, 2020.

Bowl For Kids' Sake 2020 Raises More Than $175,000
April 21, 2020

Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Central Iowa, a donor and volunteer supported mentoring network that fosters meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers and children ages 5 - 13, raised nearly $180,000 with the help of 15 sponsors, including SA国际传媒.