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Vegas Health Issues Revisited

Posted on March 4, 2008 by queen of comps

What a week this has been. First, the Endoscopy Center of Southern Nevada, at 700 Shadow Lane, was closed for unsterile injection practices, and 40,000 of us former patients received a letter from the Health District recommending that we get blood … Continue reading →

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Hit by Health Headlines

Posted on March 1, 2008 by queen of comps

Headlines about health issues usually don’t touch me personally. I read them or hear them on the news and then think, “How terrible for the people involved.” Imagine my surprise a few days ago when I turn on CNN Headline News, … Continue reading →

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Frugal Fridays – December 2007

Posted on December 7, 2007 by queen of comps

12/7/2007 Here are some players club hints that might put money in your pocket, help you earn more comps, or at least save you some frustration. Some are for specific casinos and some are general ideas that can be used … Continue reading →

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Frugal Fridays – November 2007

Posted on November 7, 2007 by queen of comps

11/2/2007 Have your fire extinguishers near by when you read today’s column. I’m fiery mad at casinos! Why, you ask? I’m so glad you asked –- although I was going to tell you even if you didn’t. This fury of … Continue reading →

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Frugal Fridays – October 2007

Posted on October 7, 2007 by queen of comps

10/5/2007 If you’re not getting any mail offers from a casino where you play, you shouldn’t just assume that the casino doesn’t like you. However, this might be the case; some casinos bar video poker players they consider professional or … Continue reading →

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Frugal Fridays – September 2007

Posted on September 7, 2007 by queen of comps

9/7/2007 In past years, I’ve discussed –- well, to be really truthful, I’ve complained –- about the problem of switching around several denominations in our video poker play. It does make for a very bumpy ride when you hit more … Continue reading →

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Frugal Fridays – August 2007

Posted on August 7, 2007 by queen of comps

8/6/2007 I just finished reading the July issue of Henry Tamburin’s Blackjack Insider e-Newsletter (BJI) and as usual, I was impressed with the content. For example, Ken Smith, the tournament pro that you’ve probably seen on the televised UBT blackjack … Continue reading →

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Frugal Fridays – July 2007

Posted on July 7, 2007 by queen of comps

7/6/2007 After the column last week on casino security, I found some notes in my files with more suggestions for your safety. A casino safe-deposit box is a great security option after you win a large jackpot. Hotels usually provide … Continue reading →

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Frugal Fridays – June 2007

Posted on June 7, 2007 by queen of comps

6/1/2007 Over the years, we’ve had input to Frugal Fridays from the Frugal Daughter, the Frugal Son-in-Law, and the Frugal Grandchildren. Now it’s time for the Frugal Sister to check in. In years past my sister Starr, and her husband … Continue reading →

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Frugal Fridays – May 2007

Posted on May 7, 2007 by queen of comps

5/3/2007 A purely personal-opinion column! Some Vegas Favorites Shows: Elton John: The Red Piano Phantom of the Opera Carrot Top Shows to see with grandkids: Blue Man Group Any non-X-rated magic show Masquerade Show in the Sky at the Rio … Continue reading →

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