Bill Ordine dedicated a significant part of his career, specifically 25 years, to reporting and editing for major publications like the Philadelphia Inquirer and Baltimore Sun, where he played a crucial role in a Pulitzer Prize finalist team for Breaking News. His journey into the world of casinos began soon after the inaugural gambling establishments opened in Atlantic City, and he spent a decade writing a syndicated travel column focusing on casino destinations. Over ten years, he also reported extensively on the World Series of Poker, with his insights being featured in prominent newspapers across the United States, including the Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, and Miami Herald, among others.