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SLOAN, Iowa – WinnaVegas Casino Resort is proud to announce that Grammy- nominated country music sensation Josh Turner will perform live at the WinnaVegas Event Center on Saturday, October 4, 2025, as part of his This Country Music Thing Tour.

Turner, known for his signature buttery baritone and timeless hits such as “Long Black Train” and “Why Don’t We Just Dance,” continues to captivate audiences across the country. The upcoming performance promises an unforgettable evening of chart-topping songs from his celebrated 20+ year career.

Originally breaking into the country music scene with his debut album Long Black Train in 2003, Turner has since solidified his status as a staple in the genre. The Platinum- certified album sold nearly 1.5 million copies, and its title track has amassed over 275 million global streams. His latest project, This Country Music Thing (MCA Records), debuted in the Top 10 on the Country Albums chart and has already generated 10 million global streams. The album features standout tracks like “Two Steppin’ On The Moon”, which earned Turner an invitation to perform for NASA astronauts from Houston’s Johnson Space Center and “Unsung Hero,” a moving tribute to his WWII veteran grandfather performed on NBC’s TODAY show for Veterans Day.

“We are thrilled to bring this caliber of country music talent to the WinnaVegas Event Center,” said Tom Teesdale, General Manager of WinnaVegas Casino Resort. “We anticipate an amazing night of top-notch country music and talented musicians.”

Tickets are on sale now, starting at just $25. Doors open at 7:00 p.m., with Josh Turner taking the stage at 8:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in person at the WinnaVegas Gift Shop or online at www.winnavegas.com.

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SLOAN, Iowa – WinnaVegas Casino Resort announced today a major contribution of $200,000 to support the 159th Annual Winnebago Homecoming Celebration, the nation’s longest-running homecoming powwow. The historic event will take place July 24–27, 2025, at Veterans’ Memorial Park in Winnebago, Nebraska.

The Winnebago Homecoming honors Chief Little Priest, a tribal war hero who died in 1866 from wounds sustained while serving in the Union Army. The first homecoming celebration began with the return of Winnebago veterans in the summer of that year. Since then, the annual gathering has grown into a cherished cultural tradition, serving as a vibrant expression of Native identity, heritage, and unity.

“WinnaVegas Casino Resort is proud to support the Winnebago Tribe’s efforts in hosting one of the nation’s most celebrated powwows,” said Tom Teesdale, General Manager of WinnaVegas. “We wanted to be part of this event because it celebrates the Winnebago Tribe’s rich history and is one of the Tribe’s most important cultural events of the year.”

The multi-day celebration will feature traditional dance and drum competitions, arts and crafts vendors, food booths, the Wilderness Walk/Run, and a Grand Entry ceremony each day. Attendees and participants travel from across the United States to take part in this dynamic and inclusive cultural experience.

This year’s $200,000 donation reaffirms WinnaVegas’s ongoing commitment to honoring Winnebago tribal traditions and supporting community-driven events that preserve Indigenous heritage for future generations.

For more information about the 159th Annual Winnebago Homecoming Celebration, visit the Winnebago Tribe’s official website at www.winnebagotribe.com.

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SLOAN, Iowa – WinnaVegas Casino Resort has been made aware of a deceptive online advertisement falsely claiming the casino now offers real-money online gaming accessible to Iowa residents. This claim is inaccurate, unauthorized, and entirely false.

WinnaVegas Casino Resort does not offer real-money online slots, table games, or any form of remote wagering. All gaming operations are fully regulated and conducted exclusively in person at the Sloan, Iowa resort property.

“Advertisements circulating online that suggest WinnaVegas is now ‘officially online’ and offering real-money play for Iowa residents are entirely fabricated,” said Tom Teesdale, General Manager of WinnaVegas Casino Resort. “We are actively working to have these fraudulent ads removed and are urging our guests to be vigilant and avoid engaging with any links or platforms that claim to represent WinnaVegas in this way.”

WinnaVegas is not alone in being targeted by these misleading schemes. Other tribally owned casinos, including WinnaVegas, have also been falsely represented in similar fraudulent campaigns. Tribes across the nation continue to be targeted by bad actors attempting to exploit their names and reputations.

WinnaVegas Casino Resort advises the public to rely solely on its official website, www.winnavegas.com, and verified social media channels for accurate information regarding promotions, events, and career opportunities.

All authorized gaming activities at WinnaVegas Casino Resort are conducted on-site and under the strict regulatory oversight of the Winnebago Gaming Commission.

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