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Farinella Takes GM Post at Tioga, Vernon Downs

Robert Farinella has been appointed senior vice president and general manager of Tioga and Vernon Downs racetracks in New York, owner Nevada Gold & Casinos announced Nov. 10.

 Saturday, November 11, 2006

Longtime Prairie Meadows President Resigns

Bob Farinella resigned Jan. 18 after nearly 12 years as president and general manager of Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino in Altoona, Iowa.

 Thursday, January 19, 2006

Prairie Meadows Handle Plummets Nearly 15%

Track officials and horsemen at Prairie Meadows in Altoona, Iowa are considering shortening the race-week from five days to four in the future to help solidify handle figures.

 Tuesday, July 01, 2003

Prairie Meadows Reviving $25 million Expansion Plan

Prairie Meadows is reviving a $25 million expansion plan on the heels of a state Supreme Court decision that drastically reduced the racetrack's gambling taxes, according to the Des Moines Register.

 Friday, June 21, 2002