While staying at the Mandalay Bay last week, we had a room that faced McCarran International Airport. At the corner of the Strip and Hacienda Avenue we saw from our room what looked like a large yellow star or compass painted on the ground. Do you have any idea what it is and its purpose?

I just saw your Today's News item about "octogenarian comic" Marty Allen. He's really 89 years old?! Does that make him the oldest performer in Las Vegas? If not, who is?

What can you tell me about Carl "Safe Sax" Ferris, the sax player on Fremont St.? I have seen him for years and was wondering about his history, and his compensation. Do casinos chip in or does he play for tips and CD sales?

What happened to Danielle Demski? She is no longer hosting the Vegas Minute.

Today's is a two-parter on a common theme: "What happened to the Augustus Cafe at Caesars Palace? Is it closed or being refurbished?" And: "I was recently on the Excalibur's website checking on the breakfast specials that were being offered at Dick's Last Resort and noticed that the Sherwood Forest Cafe wasn't listed any longer. Did Excalibur close their coffee shop?"

What ever became of entertainer Sandy Hackett?

Back in the early to mid eighties, there was a Rod Stewart sound and lookalike that played on weekends in the lounge at the Stardust. The lounge was always packed and he was absolutely terrific and sounded so much like Rod. Can you tell me his name and what ever happened to him? Thanks.

What happened to Frank Caliendo at the Monte Carlo? I was hoping to see him on an upcoming trip and it looks like he is no longer performing in Las Vegas. Can you give me the scoop?

I am planning to to be in Las Vegas on the week of July 11 with my kids ages 5 and 7. Could you provide me a list of family-oriented shows? Also, are there any family-fun entertainment events?

Was there any Confederate influence in Nevada during the Civil War? If not, where did the UNLV nickname Runnin' Rebels come from? What is the significance of the Confederate soldier on their logo?