Weekend away

It was great to get away for the weekend. It had been a year & a half since the Mrs. and I went anywhere without the little one. We decided on a 2 night deal at a Casino? Not our regular getaway, but why not?
Never been there so let's check it out. Only 2 hours from Lexington.We're not high rollers, but French Lick, Indiana Resort has 2 turn of the century Hotels, with some nice updates and ammenities. World Class Golf and a Spa!
People have traveled to French Lick since the mid 1860's for the healing water and mineral springs. It's unfortunate that no business owner sees the redeeming opportunity to market to Hotel goers or visitors. Or provide employment for an area that is struggling. Only about 40 minutes off I 64 W;  you travel past an enormous Lake that would be ideal to market as a "place to go" as well?
There is a gaping hole in the local economy for many things. Shopping? Coffee? Restaurants? Isn't there any tax benefit to the community for the Casino, or Hotel? We paid $80 in tax? But, to who?
It was just surprising to see these hotels and ammenities in such a sleepy area. Wake up French Lick, you've got a lot to be proud about!