Writer: John L. Smith
Ghosts of Glitter Gulch: Bygone Fremont Street casino offers lesson for modern era
These days it’s just another ghost of Glitter Gulch, but there was a time in the 1970s when the Gambler’s Hall of Fame Casino hustled slot... more
American gamble: Tiger and Phil find a tough crowd for their head-to-head pay TV match
Golf is known for its well-mannered galleries, where volunteer ushers raise “Quiet” and “Hush” paddles and masses follow directions like... more
Tribal politics aside, Arizona a natural for legalized sports betting
FLAGSTAFF — The home crowd loves its North Arizona University Lumberjacks, win or lose. The affection for the home team runs hot in... more
Taylor and other unsung Nevada gaming investigators are something to be thankful for
Nevada’s casino history is noisy with notorious scammers. Some concoct clever and complex ways to cheat the games. Others keep it simple... more
Scandal-plagued CG Technology hopes for a break from the Nevada umpire
Sports betting company CG Technology has a history of breaking the rules. Now it’s hoping that three strikes won’t mean it’s out of the... more
Adelson reminded that, even in Nevada, it’s not easy being king
Nevada history is crammed with self-appointed kings. Whether it was the silver barons of the Comstock Lode era, banker and political... more
It’s remarkable how attitudes toward sports betting have evolved
I can talk all day about how much the views on sports betting and bookmaking have changed. Or I can just show you. While researching... more
California tribal challenge a reminder for leaders to remain vigilant
It’s something Dennis Hendricks couldn’t stress enough at the 2018 Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas. In fact, during his panel discussions... more
‘Boutique Thunderbird’ conjures apparition from Las Vegas history
You can’t reasonably call the Thunderbird Boutique Hotel on Las Vegas Boulevard a chip off the old block – and that’s a good thing.... more
Small tribal casinos’ dilemma: Growing gaming in Indian Country
After listening to tribal casino executives during the recent Global Gaming Expo offer their insights into how small Native American gaming... more
