Good Taste

The 23rd Annual Las Vegas Taste & Sounds of Soul Extravaganza & LV Black Image Magazine puts a spotlight on success in the Black community  Las Vegas Black Image Magazine hosted the 23rd Annual Las Vegas Taste & Sounds of Soul Extravaganza and Las Vegas Black Image Magazine Honors on Feb. 26, in partnership with […]

Honoring the great Ann Gregory, who fought racism to become the first Black champion in professional golf

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: JOANN GREGORY OVERSTREET March is Women’s History Month, as we honor the countless women who have contributed to our country. No one can deny the extraordinary contributions of legendary Black women — leaders, thinkers, and achievers who laid the foundation for American progress.  Some of the most well-known historical figures — women […]

Delivering A Masterful Blow

With “Creed III,” Michael B. Jordan delivers a powerful performance and an extraordinary directorial debut. And the crowd goes wild! Las Vegas Black Image attended a special premiere for “Creed III,” where the theater was packed and the audience was delighted.  From the movie’s official synopsis: “After dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed (played by […]

Letter from the Publishers

Get in the Ring All we can say is, “Wow!” This year’s Black History Month celebrations in Las Vegas were beyond our imagination — and we appreciate the incredible efforts by businesses, community organizations, and non-profits to recognize a fundamental truth: Black history is American history. We are thrilled to feature superstar actor Michael B. […]

PEACE: Living the Simple Life

People and situations often seem very complicated or give the impression of complexities that lack truth. Remember: you have the power to interpret and dissect the complications in life and simplify them for adequate mental digestion. We are conditioned to always make others feel valid, greater than, intelligent, and justified — because some feel safer […]

Racial Policies May Doom America | By Louie Overstreet

BY LOUIE OVERSTREET The evolutionary march of race-based laws is comparable to the evolutionary arrival of homo erectus — not an actor in adult movies, but the one from eons ago. Race-based policies and laws have been evolving in America since the mid-1600s. If you need further knowledge in this regard, read “The 1619 Project” […]

Celebrate Black History Month with the Library District

Experiences for all ages, from gallery exhibits, lectures, performances and crafts to movies, music and more! To commemorate Black History Month, the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is offering a variety of free events and programs for kids, teens, and adults. “Black History Month gives us the opportunity to discover new voices and perspectives, and […]

Stretch Sanders celebrates birthday with honors for Las Vegas community

The Urban Lounge was abuzz with activity as Stretch Sanders hosted his birthday celebration and annual community awards. Among those recognized for their relentless contributions to the community: Ms. Anna Bailey, 96, who is nationally renowned for artistic and business achievements that played a key role in the making of modern Las Vegas.  

Community Speaks – February 2023

What is your personal Black history moment?  

ABC’s ‘Soul of a Nation’ puts spotlight on Anna Bailey

On February 1, ABC network is showcasing a special series called “Soul of a Nation,” featuring Black entertainers such as: Usher, Ne-Yo, Smokey Robinson, comedian Luenell. It also features a special interview with Las Vegas’ own Anna Bailey. The special will showcase today’s Black entertainers while giving an historic look at figures like Sammy Davis […]

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