Property Spotlight: North Star Mohican Casino (Bowler, Wisconsin)
North Star Mohican Casino resort located in Bowler, Wisconsin prides itself on offering a resort experience that is modest in scale but strong in comfort.
The resort features 129 rooms and suites, including king and double-queen, along with a handful of larger suites, as well as other amenities that will fill your gambling getaway to no end.
Hot Summer Casino Getaways: Our Top Picks
The summer is upon us and there is nothing better than lounging by the pool on a hot day while thinking about winning big in the casino at night.
In this article, we are excited to highlight a few of our favorite gambling getaways where you will find resort-style amenities and hot gambling action to keep you busy. Enjoy!
Computer Assisted Wagering: Why Horseplayers Are Losing Faith
Whether you are in the shadows of Churchill Downs’ famed twin spires, amid the rolling bluegrass fields of Keeneland or most racetracks across the country, horse racing has always been about more than money. It’s about the roar when your longshot surges down the stretch, the shared excitement with buddies on a group bet, and the fair chance that a sharp handicapper can beat the game. But for growing numbers of everyday bettors, that magic is fading. A controversial practice known as Computer Assisted Wagering (CAW) is reshaping the sport—and leaving many players frustrated enough to walk away.
Top Thoroughbred Trainers: Masters of Triple Crown Glory
Thoroughbred racing’s elite trainers are judged by a demanding trifecta of metrics: total career purse earnings (a direct measure of the quality and market value of their horses), overall win totals (proof of volume, longevity, and day-in-day-out excellence), and success in the Kentucky Derby plus the other Triple Crown races (the ultimate test of preparing champions for racing’s most iconic stages). Data from Equibase through early 2026, combined with official Kentucky Derby and Triple Crown records, highlight a clear pantheon of modern legends who have dominated these categories. While historical figures like Ben Jones (six Derbies) or Sunny Jim Fitzsimmons (two Triple Crowns) set early benchmarks, today’s purse inflation and expanded racing calendars elevate those who combined volume with elite performance.
Churchill Downs Adds New Menu of Bets for Kentucky Oaks & Derby Week
Annually, the Kentucky Derby produces some of the largest betting pools in the sport. Last year’s Derby race win, place and show pool totaled $122.4 million, while the exacta pool reached $30.1 million, the trifecta pool handled $35.5 million and the superfecta pool totaled $15.5 million. New on Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks Days in 2026 will be a 50-cent All Turf Pick 4, while opening day of the Spring Meet will introduce the Jackpot 8, Odd vs. Even wagering and Matchup wagering.
The Making a Kentucky Derby Champion
I literally bet on hundreds of horse races annually and yet, even if my very life depended on it, I wouldn’t be able to tell you the names of five equines who padded my bankroll last year. Conversely, I can rattle off the moniker of every horse who has won the Kentucky Derby since 1997 (29 horses) in well under a minute. That’s because no matter what anyone tells you, the “Run for the Roses” is worth far more than every other horse race run on planet Earth combined and thus, a true turf zealot remembers each Derby’s particular nuances with resounding clarity.
College Sports in Chaos: NIL, Transfers, Timing, and the Money That Rules It All
The landscape of college sports has never felt more like the Wild West. Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals, rapid-fire coach and player transfers, and massive television dollars have turned what was once a structured amateur ecosystem into a high-stakes free-for -all.
As we head deeper into 2026, it’s clear the changes are profound—and not all for the better.
Craps Strategy: Why the 6 & 8 Are Smart Bets
Among seasoned craps players, few wagers inspire more debate than place bets on the 6 and 8. They’re often touted as the “workhorse” numbers of a table—steady, reliable, low-house-edge bets that allow smart players to build a controlled, disciplined game. But how strong are they really? And when should you use them? Understanding the math behind these bets—and applying a refined strategy—can turn these two simple numbers into a powerful part of your betting repertoire.
Why the 6 and 8 Are Special
Craps is, at its heart, a game of probability. Every roll of the dice offers 36 possible combinations. The numbers 6 and 8 each have five combinations, making them the second-most common point numbers behind the 7, which has 6 combinations.
That means before a 6 or 8 hits, the dice favor the 7 by a margin of 6-to-5. But once a point is established and place bets are working, this frequency advantage for the 7 translates into the house edge—not into a weakness for the player.
New Year, New Strategy: 7 Gambling Resolutions for a Winning Year
Every January brings the same familiar promises—hit the gym more often, eat fewer carbs, reclaim the inbox. But for serious casino and racetrack enthusiasts, the start of a new year also offers something far more valuable: an opportunity to reassess your approach to gambling and fine-tune the habits that keep your bankroll healthy and your edge sharp.
Vegas Slows, Regionals Rise: Why Southern & Midwest Casinos Are Positioned to Win
For decades, Las Vegas has stood as the unrivaled capital of American gaming — a dazzling hub of entertainment, hospitality, and iconic casino culture.
And while the city continues to draw millions each year, recent tourism data reveals softening trends that may influence how players plan their future gaming trips.
