Stamped/written: File No. 5421
Sub. Dog Tracks
Date Apr 21 1946

Photo of small building in the middle of the track, viewed from main viewing stands.]]> Photo of two men in overalls, with rakes, overseeing burning of brush in center of the track. Main viewing stand is in background.]]> and Dodge Park Kennel Club & track
File #1 to 8/1/86
See also Iowa West Racing Association]]> Dog track is sought in C.B. June 2, 1978
Crime financial head Lansky dead. January 15, 1983
Lansky ran dog track in Bluffs. January 15, 1983
Ak-Sar-Ben presence seen as plus for CB dog racing. June 1, 1983
Track finances called unclear. June 2, 1983
Greyhound racing: The Sioux City Story. June 12, 1983
Pari-mutuel summary. June 12, 1983
Pari-mutuel law means end to courier services. June 12, 1983
Branstad reveals racing board. June 27, 1983
No area reps on commission. June 27, 1983
Local views vary on racing panel makeup. June 29, 1983
Bluffs contingent gets data on the dog racing industry. July 8, 1983
Racing agency to Bluffs; To hear local views. August 19, 1983
Law changes would aid track; racing 'marginally feasible' now. August 25, 1983
Changes sought in racing rules/ December 2. 1983
Expert: Dog racing 'whole new industry', December 27, 1983
Search goes on for dog track. January 11, 1984
Dog track based on bill passage? February 10, 1984
Group formed; Track closer to reality. March 10. 1984
Council endorses race association. March 13, 1984
Dog races mean 250 jobs. March 18, 1984
Racing Association if loaned $50,000. March 17, 1984
Dome dog track might hurt C.B. April 8, 1984
Race group may hire consultant. April 12, 1984
Racing group announces consultant for C.B. track. April 13, 1984
Iowa West's membership at 137. March 31, 1984
Consultant: Racetrack may create 400 jobs. April 18, 1984
Revenue bonds may help track. April 21, 1984
Council Bluffs tears up for dog track application. April 29, 1984
C.B. officials expect $ boost from dog track. April 29, 1984
Negotiations under way for dog racing track site. May 8, 1984
Scramble is on for dog racing license. May 9, 1984
Track organizers ask city for bond issue. May 26, 1984
City Council approves dog track bond request. May 29, 1984
Second group seeks dog-racing license. June 2, 1984
Plans revealed for dog track in C.B.; Racing association to fight second group. June 3, 1984
Track applications to be 'scrutinized'. June 4, 1984
State racing group to tour Bluffs site. June 6, 1984
Race commission meeting set. June 9, 1984
Racetrack zoning on agenda. June 11, 1984
Race officials: traffic problems to be ironed out. June 13, 1984
Second racing group eyes $11 million track. June 23, 1984
Council scheduled to consider request on racetrack zoning. June 24, 1984
Local race group eyes presentation. June 25, 1984
Council to act Saturday on bonds for race track. June 28, 1984
Bluffs group make dog track bids. June 29, 1984
Council OKs bonds for dog track. July 1, 1984
Racing group to get report. July 6, 1984
Salvo: C.B. to benefit. July 8, 1984
Racing groups predict economic boost for city. July 8, 1984
Track applicants get more scrutiny. July 11, 1984
Racing commission questions local groups. July 12, 1989
Track question to be answered soon. July 17, 1984
Dog track creates need for more police? July 8, 1984
CB dog track plans stalled. July 18, 1984
Track decision called 'political.' July 19, 1984
Combining race groups proposed. July 19, 1984
Iowa West looks at cutting ties wit Delaware North. July 19, 1984
Iowa West boots Delaware North. July 25, 1984
Iowa West awaits offers. July 26, 1984
Racing commission 'deals' blasted by Shenandoah man. July 21, 1984
C.B. to get conditional license for dog racing? July 31, 1984
Dog racing beats horses. August 6, 1984
Track application submitted. August 11, 1984
Iowa West racing group offers contract to Binns. August 8, 1984
Binns: I'll supervise track. August 9, 1984
Winter race plan irks Nelson. August 25, 1984
Will greyhounds race in Council Bluffs? August 27, 1984
It's off to the races; Bluffs dog track approved. August 28, 1984
Iowa West race officials scurry to find financing. August 19, 1984
Iowa West studies financing of track. September 4, 1984
Iowa West to weigh track finance plans. September 6, 1984
Iowa West sets meeting Friday. September 12, 1984
Track finance plans to be put in writing. September 14, 1984
Racing dates change for Council Bluffs dog track. September 26, 1984
[Race officials, architects meet]. September 20, 1984
Loan application for track to be considered. October 4, 1984
Iowa West secures financial consultant. October 15, 1984
Bluffs dog track opening is delayed. November 1, 1984
$ package near for Iowa West? November 14, 1984
Iowa West eyes answer to $ question. November 20, 1984
Construction plans to be discussed for C.B. Dog track. October 22, 1984
Iowa West may conduct news conference on $. November 26, 1984
[Iowa West announcement planned before Christmas] November 30, 1984
Iowa West set to unveil plans. December 5, 1984
Track backers from south. December 12, 1984
Financing Iowa West topic. December 11, 1984
Council Bluffs track gets financial boost. December 13, 1984
Near-manager wishes track organizers well. December 14, 1984
Iowa West officials: lawsuit has no effect. December 14, 1984
Iowa West to go before commission. December 19, 1984
Council considers race track bonds. December 20, 1984
Track seen as boon to economy of C.B. December 21, 1984
Bluffs dog track to be like one in Alabama. January 4, 1985
Track benefits will aid charities. January 4, 1985
Iowa West administrators to meet. January 8, 1984
Iowa West plans membership drive. January 11, 1985
Iowa West members told track construction to begin in March. January 13, 1985
Iowa West may discuss architect's plans. January 22, 1985
City receives initial track plans. February 1, 1985
Commission backs harness racing. February 8, 1985
Bryant group wins Alabama lawsuit over racetrack profits. February 15, 1985
Carter Lakers involved in planning race club. February 21, 1985
Iowa Wests begins push for members. March 7, 1985
April 19 is date for track start. March 19, 1985
Filbert to lend track a hand. March 21, 1985
Lunch, dinner to be be part of track opening. March 2, 1985
Consultant to name $12 million dog track. April 9, 1985
Out of the starting gate. April 15, 1985
Greyhounds included in ceremony. April 17, 1985
Tax breaks for dog tracks left in the starting gate. April 18, 1985
Greyhounds help christen Bluffs track. April 18, 1985
Race commissions' Scalise: Track is 'help on the way.' April 19, 1985
Tourists, jobs two benefits of new track. April 19, 1985
'Sport of Queens' coming for everyday Bluffs folks.
Iowa West drive boasts 460 members. May 11, 1985
Study says track will spur little development. May 2, 1985
Iowa West exempted from property taxes. May 31, 1985
Motel plans to build near dog racetrack. June 3, 1985
Track prepped for steel work. June 14, 1985
Iowa West requests longer season. June 17, 1985
Dubuque not concerned with Bluffs race dates. June 20, 1985
This way to the track. June 10, 1985
Track taking shape; officials get first tour. August 2, 1985
Opinion says dog track not exempt. August 6, 1985
State: Track could lose property tax exemption. August 7, 1985
Track may lose tax exemption. August 7, 1985
Here comes the bunny. August 8, 1985
Duysen: Track may borrow to pay taxes. August 10, 1985
Red ink may force track to borrow. August 12, 1985
Walkout slows dog track work. August 15, 1985
Iowa West buys parcel for track traffic lane. August 16, 1985
Tax opinion gets review. August 16, 1985
Track G.M. wants management slots filled by October. August 19,. 1985
Hearing on track picketers postponed. August 24, 1985
City to give Iowa West $15,000. September 10, 1985
Mall gets four permit four months late.. September 12, 1985
'Fast-track' defers permits on mall, track. September 4, 1985
Building permits issued to Iowa West for track. September 2, 1985
Iowa West members total nearly 5000. October 4, 1985
Date for track start to be set. October 8, 1985
Workers of and running at Iowa West. October 31, 1095
Hearing set on track tax status. November 8, 1985
Track race director will be Alabaman. November 19, 1985
Six-days-a-week schedule to include three matinees. November 8, 1985
Iowa West to seek longer season. November 7, 1985
Councilmen tour 'vast' dog track. November 9, 1985
Ex-safety director chosen to head Iowa West security. November 20,. 1985
Longer season OK'd for greyhound track. November 11, 1985
Couple hopes to establish kennel outside of Weston. November 23, 1985
Track may seek permanent 230-day season. November 23, 1985
Iowa natives get kennel bookings. December 9, 1985
Bluffs Run: Track changes name, sets sights on Omaha
Track makes Dubuque city of believers. December 22, 1985
Man who raced dogs in C.B. in 1940s gets kennel space. December 30, 1985
Bluffs Run names three to management positions. January 8, 1986
Bluffs Run could be top 10 track by '87. January 12, 1986
Dog owners to get more purse money. January 15, 1986
Greyhounds arrive at track; 'exercise' set for Wednesday. January 21, 1986
Track has motels braced for bookings. January 26, 1986
Her job: Sell track and Bluffs. February 3, 1986
Dogs go through Bluffs dry run. February 15, 1986
Bluffs Run hustles to be ready for opening in a week. February 20, 1986
Commission OKs grading system for Bluffs Run. February 22, 1986
Trifecta for Bluffs Run preview party: Dream wins, C.B. places, pride shows. February 22, 1986
Will the dogs put C.B. on fast track? February 23, 1986
Revenues will boost government, charities. February 23, 1986
Estimates say economic benefits to be $300 million February 23, 1986
Hoof it yourself; no OTB's allowed. February 23, 1986
Naive bettor could fall victim to tipsheet, dog sale scams. February 23, 1986
Famished? Track offers a menu of wide variety. February 23, 1986
Here is roster of Iowa West. February 23, 1986
Best advice: Leave for track early. February 23, 1986
Looking for pet? Try a greyhound. February 26, 1986
Big Crowd learns how to bet on 'the pups.' February 28, 1986
Bluffs Run: Better when wet? March 2, 1986
Board approves first kennel in Pottawattamie County. March 5, 1986
First week's handle may top $4 million. March 5, 1986
Numbers add up to success for Bluffs Run. March 10, 1986
49 charities benefit from 'smash' track. March 12, 1986
Bryant firm may make $3.4 million. March 14, 1986
Track attendance tops 100,000. March 18, 1986
The rabbit dies at Bluffs Run. March 20, 1986
Race track seminar held for law officers. March 22, 1986
Track robbery suspect nabbed. March 22, 1986
Man charged for selling tipsheets. March 22, 1986
Track activity levels off, but first month figures impressive. March 27, 1986
Trifecta not enough? Try twin-trifecta. March 28, 1986
Bugs isn't even among them., March 30, 1986
Thumbs up to twin trifecta. April 3, 1986
Man's luck changes after winning race with robbery suspect. April 6, 1986
'A touch of class;' Track manager raves about employees. April 6, 1986
Iowa high court: Track must pay property taxes. April 13, 1986
Board decision stands; track to add 168 seats. April 16, 1986
So far, so good: Bluffs Run braces for start of Ak's racing campaign. April 27, 1986
Ak horses run down Bluffs attendance, but betting still high. May 1, 1986
Nag-ging competition taking bite out of 2 tracks business. may 5, 1986
Iowa West tax request denied. May 14, 1986
Reed: Most track fans from Omaha, Lincoln. May 16, 1986
Iowa West will appeal decision on property tax. June 6, 1986
Bluffs Run bets race past projections. June 18, 1986
Iowa West makes its final donation of year. July 17, 1986
Bluffs Run bets race past goals. July 22, 1986
Financing deadline nears for Iowa West. November 10, 1984












]]> 1990's
(Casino included)]]> Track revenue dropped by $27 million last year. January 15, 1991
Dog tracks posting down year. November 22, 1991
Slots possible at Bluffs Run under new plan. June 8, 1993
Bluffs Run simulcasts approved. February 4, 1994
Bluffs Run not scared of Ak-Sar-Ben. Februrary 9, 1994
Simulcast a winner right out of the box. February 10, 1994
State ruling paves way for continued simulcasts. March 4, 1994
Track plans to cash in on slots. May 18, 1994
Iowa West hires casino consultant. June 22, 1994
Lawyer: Track tax dispute will be settled in court. July 19, 1994
State gets tough with Bluffs Run. July 22, 1994
Bluffs Run ordered to pay up. February 19, 1994
Bluffs Run pitches casino plan to state. September 15, 1994
License may delay Bluffs Run casino's opening. December 31, 1994

]]> File #2
8.1.86--
See also: Iowa West Racing Association]]> Grading System Used to Attempt Parity. February 23, 1986
Bluffs Run Officials Say kennels Include Some of Best in Country. February 23, 1986
Winner is Often Decided In First 40 Feet of a Race. February 23, 1986
Greyhound Facts. February 23, 1986
Bluffs Run to Open First Season Thursday. February 23, 1986
Council rips Flip's Tips as Bluffs Run 'hazard.' August 12, 1986
Bluffs Run seeks extension of 1986, '87 racing seasons. September 30, 1986
State eyes track tax-exempt status. November 6, 1986
Lawmakers urged to strengthen Iowa-bred racing dog incentives. November 7, 1986
Bluffs Run's gifts may top $100,000. November 10, 1986
Lawmakers warned of 'negative impact' if Bluffs Run kept on property rolls. November 9, 1986
Disgruntled employee sought in attempt to burn toteboard. December 8, 1986
State may get windfall in unclaimed winnings. December 19, 1986
Firm to earn $4.3 million. December 11, 1986
Bluffs Run yields $7.9 million taxes, draws 1.1 million fans. December 16, 1986
Racing commissioner sees Bluffs Run season reduced. January 9, 1987
$18 million increase seen for Bluffs Run. January 11, 1987
Bluffs Run told to pay higher purse. January 15, 1987
Refreshed Bluffs Run to reopen. January 25, 1987
Bluffs Runs crowds are smaller this year. February 16, 1987
State will get $443,165 in track bets. February 19, 1987
Bluffs Run profits tangled in court case. March 11, 1987
Track manage paid $5 million. March 13, 1987
IWRA disputes claim it lacks control. March 13, 1987
IWRA wins property tax suit. March 30, 1987
State waits on dog track tax decision. March 31, 1987
Ak-Sar-Ben tax break aids Bluffs Run. April 9, 1987
Fake $10 bills at Bluffs Run lead to arrest. April 11, 1987
Bluffs Run races to number 5, hopeful of an even better 1987. April 26, 1987
Iowa West increases grant program. September 28, 1987
IWRA grants go to 41 organizations. October 4, 1987
Panel to consider dog track rule. December 9, 1987
Buses to Bluffs Run are a 'super success'. December 29, 1987
'Ladies Day' at track cited by man's suit. January 8, 1988
Race dates a source of dispute. January 27, 1988
Dog track's gift to city, county. February 9, 1988
Bluffs Run draws tourists' interest. February 24, 1988
Group charges bad meat is fed to Bluff Run dogs. March 3, 1988
Group rips track violations. March 4, 1988
Who's to blame for '4-D' meat? March 13, 1988
Longer race season increases wagering. April 24, 1988
October trial set in track tax case. May 18, 1988
Racing panel expands dates for Bluffs Run. May 26, 1988
Race commissioner joining Bluffs Run. December 15, 1988
Crowd down, betting rises at C.B. track. January 5, 1989
Supreme Court reverses decision on drugging of Bluffs Run dogs. January 25, 1989
The Nation's 5th Largest Greyhound Track Makes A Strong Statement to the People of Iowa. January 29, 1989
Bluffs Run ranks 5th in attendance. February 8, 1989
County seeks tax exclusion for dog track. February 15, 1989
Hutchins to question Bluffs Run vet hiring. March 3, 1989
Bluffs Run vet hiring under fire. April 12, 1989
Iowa high court: Bluffs Run ladies' night is discrimination. April 19, 1989
Senate votes Bluffs Run must pay tax. April 25, 1989
Sen. Gronstal defends vote on track tax. May 2, 1989
Bluffs Run feels better about taxes. May 3, 1989
House OKs track tax vote. May 5, 1989
Bluffs Run gets property tax break. May 7, 1989
Branstad inks track tax break, vote bill. May 25, 1989
Bluffs Run pays property tax bill. September 8, 1989
Commission reaffirms kennel ruling. December 16, 1989. Dog track allowed more in exotic race. December 16, 1989
Hanafan wants off race board. January 9, 1990
Iowa West agrees casino detimental. February 25, 1989
Bluffs Run dates set by board. June 22, 1990
Bluffs Run union talks under way. September 26, 1990
Bluffs Run hires PR firm for casino battle. February 28, 1990
Assessor questions Bluffs Run tax break. November 27, 1990
Supervisors told waiving Bluffs Run tax an error. November 30, 1990
Bluffs Run, county split on tax issue. December 4, 1990
Dozen SWI dog breeders get Iowa funds. December 21, 1990
Drop in revenue at Bluffs Run to force county budget revision. January 17, 1991
Bluffs Run tax 'deal' called absurd. April 11, 1991
Jazz festival set for May 5. April 20, 1991
Voters to decide on Bluffs Run taxes. October 30, 1991
Election expenses 'avoidable.' October 31, 1991
Vote decides tax question for Bluffs Run. December 1, 1991
Exemption vote is unique to Bluffs Run. December 1, 1991
Track loses tax-exempt status. December 4, 1991
Bluffs Run combines publicity departments. April 20. 1991
Bluffs Run sues to get taxes back. May 25, 1993
Greyhound abuse 'not the rule.' July 4, 1993
'Breed's trust often betrayed.' July 4, 1993
Track says slots mean more jobs. March 25, 1994
Commission may ban video games. June 21, 1994
Bluffs Run management pact OK'd. June 21, 1994
Casino to open Feb. 1. August 31, 1994




]]> #145 Opening of Bluffs Run]]> $520,000 wagered on first day; 6,000 cheer as Bluffs Run sets fast pace for opening. February 28, 1986
Track off to a fast start here. December 11, 1986
Bluffs Run Inaugural Special; advertising supplement to the Daily Nonpareil. February 23, 1986
Bluffs Run gets finishing touches. February 23, 1986
Plenty of experience in track's management. February 23, 1986
Kennel owners see success for track. February 23, 1986
First 40 feet separates the winners from the losers. February 23, 1986
Track set for cold weather. February 23, 1986
Racing Department staff has 65 years experience. February 23, 1986
Reservations policy announced by track. February 23, 1986
State steward final authority on racing. February 23, 1986
Racing commission oversees new sport. February 23, 1986
Safeguards ensure honesty. February 23, 1986
Finding the groove is the key to victory. February 23, 1986
Grading provides parity. February 23, 1986
AIM Inc. provides financing, expertise. February 23, 1986
Bluffs Run Clubhouse is premier attraction. February 23, 1986
Greyhound racing draws 24 million. February 23, 1986
How greyhounds break may determine winner. February 23, 1986
Weigh-in a must. February 23, 1986
Sport of queens. February 23, 1986
Greyhound diet. February 23, 1986
History of greyhounds traced to ancient times. February 23, 1986
Plastic muzzles worn. February 23, 1986
Origin of the name greyhound. February 23, 1986
Blankets. February 23, 1986
Handicappers look for the intangibles. February 23, 1986
Victoryland No. 1 in mutuel handle. February 23, 1986
1986 Bluffs Run kennels. February 23, 1986
Greyhounds undergo strict training. February 23, 1986
Grandstand area has plenty to offer. February 23, 1986
Lounge provides escape. February 23, 1986
Making as wager easy as A, B, C. February 23, 1986
Wagering terms explained. February 23, 1986
Track requires special care. February 23, 1986
Greyhound training varies with trainer. February 23, 1986
Trifecta most popular greyhound racing bet. February 23, 1986
Lure dates to 1912. February 23, 1986
Here's how to read performance charts. February 23, 1986
Plans are available for visits by groups. February 23, 1986
Track boasts outstanding kennels. February 23, 1986
]]> [note: date on back of photo is 12-23-1985, but photo used in 12-18-1985 article]]]> First and Pearl
Apts. for Elderly
Formerly Chieftain Hotel]]> Managers Move In At Tower. June 5, 1971
Bluffs Towers Offers Roomy Apartments.July 4, 1971
Back Taxes Worry Bluffs Homes, Inc. August 24, 1971
Two Units Unrented In Tower. September 19, 1971
Apartment Units At Old Chieftain Near Completion. May 27, 1971
Bluffs Towers Nears First Anniversary In Old Hotel; Elderly Units Filled Up. April 30, 1972
Bluffs Towers gets HUD grant to pay the rent. August 19, 1976
Grease fire reported at Bluffs Towers. August 16, 1992.]]>