PHOTOS OF THE MONTH – AUGUST 2017

PHOTOS OF THE MONTH – AUGUST 2017

Under the Glittering Lights: Cannon Blast

Nick Cannon — host of “Wild ‘N Out,” rapper, actor, comedian, entrepreneur, record producer, radio and television personality — appeared at Sugar Factory American Brasserie at the Fashion Show in Las Vegas. While there, he talked with Elie Samaha (movie producer and owner of Hollywood’s TCL Chinese Theatre) and Sugar Factory founder Charissa Davidovici about [...]

WELL WOMEN OF COLOR | Rosalind Brooks

Dry Response How to know if you’re dehydrated More than half of the world’s population suffers from dehydration, with most unaware of the serious health problems it can cause. And if you live in an area like Las Vegas, where hot and dry temperatures easily soar above 100 degrees? That means that you should consume [...]

Spiritual Verse – July 2017

Matthew 21:22 “And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.” Romans 10:17 “So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” Hebrews 11:6 “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he [...]

Celebrating Freedom

Photographer Marty Frierson was on hand last month at the Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Arena, capturing scenes from the annual Las Vegas Juneteenth celebration. The joyous event, created 17 years ago by Diane Pollard, marks a holiday that commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. It dates back to June 19, 1865 — [...]

Spiritual Verse – July 2017

Matthew 21:22 “And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.” Romans 10:17 “So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” Hebrews 11:6 “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he [...]

Spiritual Verse – June 2017

Know this, my beloved brothers; let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger. For the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God. Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. But be doers [...]

Let’s Talk

Eva Martin on conflict resolution and the art of finding common ground The act of resolving conflict is extraordinarily complex. It calls for people with strong disagreements to put their hearts, minds, and souls into reaching the ultimate goal: a positive outcome for both sides. Compassion and empathy are the foundation of conflict resolution — [...]

Pushing for excellence, from beginning to end

BY CAPUCINE HOLMES Education is the foundation of a healthy, sustainable community — and the people of Las Vegas understand that it takes an all-hands-on-deck effort to lift our young people toward their dreams. One organization that embraces this collaborative approach is Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., better known as the AKAs. Established in 1908 [...]

PHOTOS OF THE MONTH – MAY 2017

PHOTOS OF THE MONTH – MAY 2017

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