Was Henderson a mining town? I understand it has mining origins, but what could possibly have been mined there?

In a recent answer, you noted that access to the Hard Rock pool is $20 for day use. The Hard Rock pool has swim-up blackjack. I thought Nevada Gaming Regulations prevented charging for access to a gaming table. I know there was a regulation change for the Playboy Club. Does this regulation change mean that everyone (Hard Rock included) can put tables in exclusive areas or do you need a Gaming Control waiver?

Best margaritas in Vegas: reader poll results

Best of QoD: My favorite QoDs are the ones where we get a behind-the-scenes look at Anthony Curtis and the way he does the things he does for the Las Vegas Advisor -- like the prime rib survey, my all-time favorite.

Best of QoD: History of prostitution concluded.

Best of QoD: Where is the original Block 16? What is on that site now? I once saw an old map that had the blocks labeled, but I am unable to find such a map again.

Best of QoD: Ultimate Gambling Song List

Best of QoD: The history of neon

Best of QoD: All about superstition

The Best of QoD -- Tony Cornero Parts I & II