While it still amazes me to no end that so many Americans have been seduced by celebrities dancing, it was no surprise to me that Brazilian driver Helio Castroneves won the title on Dancing with the Stars. You see, the victory had been foretold at a Laughlin bingo parlor two days prior. My wife, a Brasileira of the highest quality, was a winner during the 7:30 p.m. bingo game at Don Laughlin’s Riverside Resort Hotel and Casino, thus setting the stage for Castroneves. And while her victory of $50 may have seemed unimportant, she celebrated much like the popular Brazilian driver. ...

Having spent the majority of November on the road, I’ve come across a few random thoughts and tips that could possibly make life a little easier for a Thanksgiving traveler. Ok, they likely won’t, but I can say with 78 percent confidence that they won’t make a travelers life any worse. Random travel thoughts Stepping out of Ontario International Airport in Southern California, you’ll think think a bull crap bomb exploded. When the wind is just right, the smell will literally take your breath away. And while Ontario International is nice overall, it’s one of those airports that makes ...