Did there used to be a gas station where The Mirage and/or Treasure Island now stand, until the early '90s? I swear I can remember filling up there, in August 1990!

Years ago I went downtown and stayed at the Mint hotel and casino. What happened to the Mint?

I was trying to find some history on the Western Casino downtown. I could only find it opened in 1970. Jackie Gaughan and a partner owned it. It opened as the world’s largest bingo parlor. There must be much more to a 41-year-old downtown casino.

In a recent QoD you mentioned that the Thunderbird became the Silverbird became El Rancho II, then was imploded. What can you tell us about the Thunderbird that is just north of the Stratosphere, near Luv-It Frozen Custard? The last time I was in town (Nov) it was closed.

I am interested in knowing about the construction of the Guardian Angel Cathedral in Las Vegas. Someone stated that Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin underwrote part of its construction costs. I also understand Morris Barney Dalitz donated the land. Can you provide some additional information?

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?

I've been watching Vega$ with Dan Tanna on DVD and am really enjoying it! It's interesting how much the Strip has changed. I keep seeing the Casino "Silver Bird" and I have never heard of this one. Could you tell me a little about it?

How many downtown hotels have pools - and how many (like The Park, for instance) did have, but have lost them with refurbishment, etc.?

Will the Sahara be imploded or taken over by another corporation? So sad, so many memories...

With the closure of the Sahara, what are the top five oldest continually open casinos on the Strip now?