Who has outdoor dining that allows smoking?

Can you tell me the story behind the chess board in Annie Duke's new book Decide to Play Great Poker? A friend of mine who knows chess was leafing through my copy, saw the chess board graphic, and said "That's a famous board." But he didn't know the details.

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

Why the delay in the final table for the WSOP, from mid-July until November?

You've probably answered this one before, but how about an update ... What are the best restaurants with a great view? And, any tips on getting the best table to enjoy that view?

Could you update your list of farmers markets from last year? I've heard of a new one opening downtown and there is also a farm somewhere that sells fresh eggs and vegetables.

Could you please share a little background on your new mayor, Carolyn Goodman? Was she previously in politics? Your publication "The First 100" said she started the Meadows School, an outstanding private academy. Any other information would be appreciated. Oscar Goodman seemed to be a much needed and positive force for Las Vegas. For him, the showgirls seemed to work, but I'm not sure something like Chippendale dancers would be right for the new mayor.

A Las Vegas bar called Rounders has a coupon that pays a $20 bonus for a "straight to the 8," but it doesn't explain what that means. Does a straight to the 8 end on 8, begin on 8, or simply include 8 anywhere in the straight?

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?"

I have been told there is a patron saint of gamblers. Is there?