Interested in fun facts and the history of Altoona, IA?
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Here are a few true facts about Altoona, Iowa:

1. Altoona is home to the popular amusement park, Adventureland Park, which was first opened in 1974 and attracts over 600,000 visitors each year.

2. The Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino is also located in Altoona and offers horse racing as well as slot machines, table games, and entertainment.

3. The city has a population of approximately 20,000 people and is considered a suburb of the state capital, Des Moines.

4. Altoona is the location of the largest data center in Iowa, owned and operated by Facebook.

5. The city is served by the Southeast Polk Community School District, which consists of six elementary schools, two intermediate schools, one junior high school, and one high school.