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re: How is NO as a family destination for thanksgiving?
Posted on 6/23/25 at 3:54 pm to Aspercel
Posted on 6/23/25 at 3:54 pm to Aspercel
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Benson was never in the mix.
You’re very misinformed. Tom and Gayle and Drew Brees very very much in the mix before Tom died and Brees retire.
CSP was also in the mix before he retired
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Posted on 6/23/25 at 4:02 pm to profdillweed
Churchill was never letting those slots go unless they could sell for development.
They are bullies used to getting their way, but they need fairgrounds to fund their stupid improvements fir3 days of the year.
Was all just a media push to try to get people on their side.
But we get it. You have to make sure the board knows you are “important”
Not sure why your alter is allowed.
They are bullies used to getting their way, but they need fairgrounds to fund their stupid improvements fir3 days of the year.
Was all just a media push to try to get people on their side.
But we get it. You have to make sure the board knows you are “important”
Not sure why your alter is allowed.
This post was edited on 6/23/25 at 4:05 pm
Posted on 6/23/25 at 4:06 pm to profdillweed
City Park, Children’s Museum at City Park, beignets, swan boats on the big lake, putt putt, and a world class park make it a must see destination if you come to NOLa. Very kid friendly
Posted on 6/23/25 at 4:19 pm to South Shore Cyclist
There is absolutely no evidence to support Gayle Benson is interested in buying the FG, none whatsoever. She's not even owning horses, or involved anymore. I am not sure where everyone its getting this BS from. Churchill owns it, until they sell it, period.
Posted on 6/23/25 at 4:27 pm to profdillweed
Says who? Where is your evidence to back that up? Why , because Benson once owned horses, and liked betting, on them? Brees and Payton once owed a few together with now a defunct ownership group? That was like 15 years ago. Just because people have millions, doesn't mean any they will buy businesses. Besides, Gayle cant even run a lemonade stand, much less a racetrack/casino. . She's a horrible business person, and has run 2 franchises into the toilet.
Posted on 6/23/25 at 4:27 pm to fareplay
I wouldn't set foot in NOLA that weekend.
Posted on 6/23/25 at 4:37 pm to ChestRockwell
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Says who? Where is your evidence to back that up? Why , because Benson once owned horses, and liked betting, on them? Brees and Payton once owed a few together with now a defunct ownership group? That was like 15 years ago. Just because people have millions, doesn't mean any they will buy businesses. Besides, Gayle cant even run a lemonade stand, much less a racetrack/casino. . She's a horrible business person, and has run 2 franchises into the toilet.
It's always has been and always will be about the slots
Posted on 6/23/25 at 4:38 pm to ChestRockwell
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There is absolutely no evidence to support Gayle Benson is interested in buying the FG, none whatsoever. She's not even owning horses, or involved anymore. I am not sure where everyone its getting this BS from. Churchill owns it, until they sell it, period.
Not since Tom died and they sold FOX 8....she will eventually run everything into the ground
Posted on 6/23/25 at 4:40 pm to fareplay
tigerdroppings has a travel board...may get some better answers there...
Posted on 6/24/25 at 9:53 pm to profdillweed
Its like that at all racetracks nowadays. Gone are the glory days. Saratoga and Del Mar are nostalgic, but they are pricing the average fan away.
Posted on 6/24/25 at 9:59 pm to fareplay
Eat Thanksgiving dinner at Palace Cafe.
Posted on 6/24/25 at 10:33 pm to fareplay
DO NOT GO THAT WEEKEND IT IS BAYOU CLASSIC WEEKEND AND IT IS A SHITSHOW
Posted on 6/24/25 at 10:35 pm to fareplay
Check out the bugs, the fish, D Day Museum, NOMA, and the Zoo. Celebration in the Oaks starts November 28th.
Posted on 6/25/25 at 7:39 pm to La Place Mike
Regarding Bayou Classic, how much longer does New Orleans tolerate that event?
I love New Orleans, but I know that's one weekend I won't ever be in the city. Closet I ever came was in 2011 when I went to a Saints game the Monday Night after Thanksgiving, but I wasn't in the city proper until Sunday afternoon. At that point the Bayou Classic crowd was gone.
But from what I hear, the crowd isn't nearly as big as it used to be. I'm in Florida and it's the same as the Florida Classic. I remember even in the late 2000s when the Florida Classic was a big event, now it's a shadow of it's former self. Plus it's the type of crowd that doesn't spend a lot of money. Seems like it's more hassle than it's worth.
I love New Orleans, but I know that's one weekend I won't ever be in the city. Closet I ever came was in 2011 when I went to a Saints game the Monday Night after Thanksgiving, but I wasn't in the city proper until Sunday afternoon. At that point the Bayou Classic crowd was gone.
But from what I hear, the crowd isn't nearly as big as it used to be. I'm in Florida and it's the same as the Florida Classic. I remember even in the late 2000s when the Florida Classic was a big event, now it's a shadow of it's former self. Plus it's the type of crowd that doesn't spend a lot of money. Seems like it's more hassle than it's worth.
Posted on 6/25/25 at 10:20 pm to fareplay
Go anywhere in Florida
Posted on 6/25/25 at 10:30 pm to fareplay
How many side arms are you bringing? I recommend body armor.
Posted on 6/25/25 at 10:41 pm to fareplay
Literally a 100better places in to take a family for a thanksgiving vacation than dysfunctional new orleans. Stay out of that cesspool for god's sake 
Posted on 6/25/25 at 10:56 pm to fareplay
It's a destination. Meaning someone's journey will end.
Posted on 6/26/25 at 6:15 am to HueyLongJr
I think Gayle is in the horse breeding business now. No longer has horses that race
Posted on 6/26/25 at 7:09 am to fareplay
quote:This is as close to “kid-friendly” as NOLA gets:
I recall going to NO where parts seem kid friendly
(I DO love this gif, I freely admit)
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