I recently read that Hooters was sold. Who bought it and what are their plans? Don't tell me no more orange shorts?

Gary Loveman, the CEO of Harrah's who just presided over the company's privatization, is considered a somewhat "maverick" kind of casino executive. Can you provide some background on Mr. Loveman and a insider's view on how he is perceived in the industry?

In your 3/7 QOD answer, you state that the temple located outside of a casino that a reader remembers was the Erawan temple outside of Caesars; are you certain that the reader wasn't thinking of the teakwood temple in the parking lot of the Castaways, just north of Caesars on the Strip?

Once while my wife and I were driving by the parking garage behind Imperial Palace after a rainstorm, there was this huge, and I mean huge, gush of water that would have taken out any vehicle in its way. I hear that this is common in that spot. Then shouldn’t the road be closed at times like this? What causes this to happen and are there other spots we should be aware of?

Based on the Friday Feb. 8th question, I noticed among the new properties listed to be built is the "Plaza" in 2011. Is this a new property or will it replace the current Plaza on Fremont Street?

I've traveled to Las Vegas on many occasions and one thing that's always been a challenge is finding reasonably priced alcohol. Although there are plenty of great deals at the bars, if I want to have a little party in my room, I can't find a liquor store without a huge markup anywhere. Perhaps I'm staying too close to the Strip and paying "tourist prices." In the past, I've resigned myself to just biting the bullet because I'm on vacation. However, I'm having my wedding at the MGM Grand in May and we'll be buying lots of beer, wine, and liquor to host a sizable party in our suite. The wedding's already costing us plenty and I'd rather not pay through the nose for everything. Is there anyplace you recommend to find cheap booze in Sin City? Please help us spread good cheer!

After 15 years of gambling, I experienced something new and possibly illegal. I was playing roulette with $25 inside chips. The size of the ball was changed a couple of times. I have seen ball changes, but never different sizes. The dealer even mentioned he was changing from a "boulder" to a "pebble." Is this legal?

Several years ago I heard that Max Baer was going to open a casino, possibly with a hillbilly theme. On subsequent visits I never found it. Did it ever happen?

The Lady Luck Hotel Casino downtown has been closed for over two years; please give an update on the status of the property.

Is there a service or a way to redeem the slot tickets/vouchers once you have returned home? I just found a ticket for $25 in my wallet and do not know anyone going to Vegas in the next 30 days before it expires.