Oral History: Like mother, like daughter

Dr. Candace Thornton- Spann, is a Las Vegas dermatologist who comes from a long line of doctors — including her mother, Dr. Geraldine Joiner Thornton. Both women recently shared their thoughts with Black Image, reflecting on how a mother’s support — and a daughter’s love — are essential ingredients in their family’s success and devotion to one another.

PEACE – Trayvon!

With the recent killing of our young brother, Trayvon Martin, it has been hard to find peace. God makes room in eternity when tragedy strikes, but the pain on Earth lingers, and we struggle to make sense of it all. His murder — and the manner in which his life was taken — gives the [...]

Determination leads to a top position at Wal-Mart

A Northern California native, Carole Smith has lived in Las Vegas for only one year — but she has already found success here as a top executive for Wal-Mart Neighborhood Markets.

Health care advocates to present series of free women’s health forums

In conjunction with Las Vegas Black Image Magazine, Las Vegas All Women’s Care is thrilled to host the first in a series of women’s health forums.

Peace Kimberly Bailey-Tureaud

As you look into the mirror each day, the reflection you see is clear to some and unclear to others.

Prevention is the cure for Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) affects about 4 million people in the United States. If current trends continue, that 8 will rise to about eight million over the next 20 years.

Flying High with Horton Aviation

With movie audiences buzzing about “Red Tails” — the thrilling story of the heroic Tuskegee Airmen, and their pivotal role in defeating Nazi Germany in WWII — interest in African-American aviators has never been higher.
This is good news for James Horton, who must see it as long-overdue validation of the enthusiasm that spawned his own business. Occupying 10,000 square feet of hangar space at the North Las Vegas Airport, where it can accommodate up to 10 planes at one time, Horton Aviation Services is the oldest standing aviation company is Nevada. Its customer base consists of doctors and other affluent professionals who own their own aircraft.

What’s new for 2012?

PEACE – Happy New Year!

It’s the new year, and everything around us seems to be moving in slow motion because of unsettling circumstances in the economy and world affairs. The hustle-and-bustle required to stay above water, each and every day, can cause moments of stress and confusion. We need to be reminded to occasionally hit the pause button on [...]

2011, It’s been a GREAT YEAR!

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