Thursday, January 16, 2025

Feature

By the light of our heritage By the light of our heritage

Why celebrating Kwanzaa affirms the power of Blackness, unity, and reverence for those who came before us. Kwanzaa is a non-religious and non-commercial holiday created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga,... [Read more]


We Built This Home We Built This Home

Strength and resilience are hallmarks of the Black family, and the holiday season is a time to celebrate the fabric that binds us together — unbreakable threads of unconditional love, unshakable faith,... [Read more]


The Q Factor The Q Factor

Kimberly Bailey-Tureaud reflects on how Quincy Jones transformed our culture, defined an era, and set a mark for Black excellence that can never be duplicated or surpassed. Quincy Jones, who bring... [Read more]


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Conversation

24 things no longer true about America 24 things no longer true about America

BY LOUIE OVERSTREET Louie Overstreet Here are twenty-four things that were either once true about America yet are no longer believable and ain’t happening nowadays.  1. A nation divided against... [Read more]


YOU! HAVE THE POWER | It is done! Election stress and the art of settling down YOU! HAVE THE POWER | It is done! Election stress and the art of settling down

DR. ELLEN BROWN BY DR. ELLEN BROWN Is it done — or just beginning?  I have it, my family has it, the lady at the checkout has it, the pastor, and even the rideshare lady has it: stress!  A... [Read more]


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Community

When is the Right Time to Downsize Your Home in Retirement? When is the Right Time to Downsize Your Home in Retirement?

BY KIMBERLY SMITH Retirement is a time to relax, enjoy life, and pursue your passions. Yet, for many, their homes — once a source of pride and joy — can become a source of pain. Whether it’s... [Read more]


HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS: Black Wall Street and the legacy of Greenwood HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS: Black Wall Street and the legacy of Greenwood

Claytee D. White BY CLAYTEE D. WHITE In February of this year, I attended a program at the Smith Center that reintroduced me to the horror of the Tulsa “Race Riot” of 1921.  The title gives... [Read more]


We Deserve Better: Confronting the Menthol Threat to Black Health We Deserve Better: Confronting the Menthol Threat to Black Health

By Mekale Holmes The tobacco industry has a long history of targeting and profiting from the Black community.  Through extensive marketing research, they identified young Black individuals as... [Read more]


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Highlights

PEACE: Silence is Golden PEACE: Silence is Golden

BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD Words are an optional choice. Speaking is the art of communication with others, and silence is the language for within. Prayer usually begins in the heart and is expressed... [Read more]


PEACE: Go Find It! PEACE: Go Find It!

BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD Our world is engrossed in so much information that it can frequently be difficult to find refuge in the security blanket of truth. It is important, during these moments,... [Read more]


PEACE: I make me happy, this you can bet PEACE: I make me happy, this you can bet

BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD “Because I’m HAPPY!”  The mind is a terrible thing to waste, and there are daily practices to help us maintain our sense of happiness.  Growth of the “happy... [Read more]


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Food

FOOD FOR THE SOUL: Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup FOOD FOR THE SOUL: Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup BY STACEY DUGAN Ingredients (Serves 4-6) 2 tablespoons of olive oil 1 cup chopped onions 2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic 1 medium potato peeled and chopped 1 ½cup... [Read more]


FOOD FOR THE SOUL: Wild Caught King Salmon Cakes and Quinoa Salad FOOD FOR THE SOUL: Wild Caught King Salmon Cakes and Quinoa Salad

Wild Caught King Salmon Cakes and Quinoa Salad Ingredients 1 lb. skinless wild salmon, cut into small chunks 2 green onions, sliced 1/2 tsp. grated orange zest Kosher salt 2 tsp. extra-virgin... [Read more]


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Arts & Entertainment

‘Follies’ Good Time ‘Follies’ Good Time

More than a half-century after arriving on Broadway, a legendary production marks its Las Vegas premiere FOLLIES full cast The “FOLLIES” will have six performances April 11-14 2024 at the Access... [Read more]


Right This Way Right This Way

One of the biggest names in pop shows how to Usher in a new era of Las Vegas entertainment Photos by Bellamy Brewster Las Vegas was lit up bright on Super Bowl weekend — as luminaries from... [Read more]


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Extra

LIVING CULTURE – Warm tones for the holiday season LIVING CULTURE – Warm tones for the holiday season

This season is a time for moments of comfort and balance. These highlights from ARHAUS.com showcase furniture and home décor designs for the season in neutral color tones. The creativity brings forth... [Read more]


LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHERS: The Q Factor and our holiday spirit LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHERS: The Q Factor and our holiday spirit

Charles Tureaud and Kimberly Bailey Tureaud However you celebrate, we pray that you and your families enjoy the holiday season with joy in your hearts and peace in your souls.  This issue of Las... [Read more]


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