How can a person find out the convention status in Vegas ahead of time? We go twice a year. This past April we chose a week with several large conventions and room rates were sky high. We always get our airfare early. Is there a way of finding this info ahead of time thank you?

I understand that with a permit one can dig up Joshua trees in the Las Vegas area. Who issues these permits?

What’s the origin of the Huntington Press name? Is there an actual person or partner named Huntington? We thought Huntington Press and LVA were solely owned by Anthony Curtis.

I was driving into Reno from the east last week when I saw a huge building being constructed on the outskirts of the city. It's near the Sparks Blvd. exit off I-80 and I would estimate it to be about 10 stories tall. I didn't stop in Reno, so I couldn't ask anybody. Do you know what it is?

You said that the QOD archives were to be available for everyone to access. I am still told that the archives are a members-only area. When do the archives become available like you said they would?

As part of our continuing efforts (initially announced in our 1,000th QoD, 3/13/08) to make your QoD experience more enjoyable and rewarding, we’re pleased and proud to announce a contest jointly sponsored by the Las Vegas Advisor and South Point Hotel-Casino. The prize? Read on!

When did you first start Question of the Day and how many questions have you answered to date?

Is something new happening in Reno? I heard about something called The Legends at the Sparks Marina. What is it exactly? And what’s the Sparks Marina?

Is it true this year marks the 25th anniversary of the LVA? When was the last time you raised the subscription price?

Merry Christmas!