Thursday, May 12, 2016

MGM's Latest Cash Grab - No More Free Porking


Well, they've gone and done it. MGM Resorts has instituted a charge for something that millions of us have taken for granted for all these years.

They are charging for porking.


Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Farewell to the Riviera

Today the Riviera Hotel and Casino closed forever.



Workers began boarding up the doors. A couple of guys stood at the end of the desolate pit, talking quietly. The pit was completely empty of people, chips, cards, and dice. Only dirty felt and worn seats remained behind.

I carefully approached the two suits and told them I was sorry about the news. One fellow engaged me quietly but the other, could not bring himself to talk to me, or to look my way. He turned slightly and the loss was still plain to see in his face. I couldn't blame him.