Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Feature

In her memory lane In her memory lane

High school senior Mia-Alani Matsubara has created an organization dedicated to helping those coping with Alzheimer’s — one encounter at a time. Mia-Alani Matsubara To forget, or to be forgotten.... [Read more]


TOTAL CONTROL TOTAL CONTROL

With a deep well of smash hits to draw upon, Janet Jackson extends her exclusive residency at Resorts World Theatre — and fans say it’s a don’t-miss experience. Janet Jackson Performs in Launch... [Read more]


‘Sometimes in life, you must go out to go up’ ‘Sometimes in life, you must go out to go up’

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: ALEX DIXON The history-making new CEO of Resorts World Las Vegas, Alex Dixon is a hometown inspiration who brings a pedigree of excellence and shares the extraordinary story... [Read more]


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Conversation

YOU! HAVE THE POWER | Politics and the power of music YOU! HAVE THE POWER | Politics and the power of music

DR. ELLEN BROWN BY DR. ELLEN BROWN “From the start of our memories, music has been the force for Black people who have taught us, fought for us, prepared us, led us, protected us, consoled us,... [Read more]


America History Month, Black And Otherwise America History Month, Black And Otherwise

BY LOUIE OVERSTREET Louie Overstreet Unlike my college engineering classes — where it was tough to stay awake the morning after a date with Ms. Thunderbird — I was bright-eyed and bushy-tailed... [Read more]


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Community

Your Honors Your Honors

The Las Vegas Taste & Sounds of Soul’s 2025 Black Image Honors will celebrate the excellence and achievements of our local heroes, influencers, and business leaders. The publishers of Las Vegas... [Read more]


The Need for More Physicians — of Every Color The Need for More Physicians — of Every Color

Dr. Joseph Thornton is a beloved physician and longtime Southern Nevadan. An associate professor of surgery for the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV, he not only cares for patients, but also... [Read more]


Honoring the 2025 African American Trailblazer Service Awards Winners

In honor of Black History Month, the City of Las Vegas recently held the 11th annual African American Trailblazer Service Awards at Las Vegas City Hall. The awards ceremony was held in Council Chambers... [Read more]


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Highlights

You Are Already Complete! You Are Already Complete!

BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD Anguish sometimes finds us because we feel unprepared.  There seems to be a race with time to present in pure perfection. In many ways that “something else” must... [Read more]


Words to the future self Words to the future self

BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD Wishing you a “Happy New Now,” as was often said by my very good, late friend Will.  Living in the present is an intentional and conscious act that takes practice.... [Read more]


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]


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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

Your Honors Your Honors

The Las Vegas Taste & Sounds of Soul’s 2025 Black Image Honors will celebrate the excellence and achievements of our local heroes, influencers, and business leaders. The publishers of Las Vegas... [Read more]


Under the Glittering Lights Under the Glittering Lights

Isley Brothers perform at Palms Casino Resort A cascade of beloved songs flowed off the stage of the Pearl Theater inside Palms Casino Resort on a recent evening, as The Isley Brothers performed a... [Read more]


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Extra

Under the Glittering Lights Under the Glittering Lights

Isley Brothers perform at Palms Casino Resort A cascade of beloved songs flowed off the stage of the Pearl Theater inside Palms Casino Resort on a recent evening, as The Isley Brothers performed a... [Read more]


KNIGHT MOVES | Happy Black History Month! KNIGHT MOVES | Happy Black History Month!

It’s February — the shortest month of the year, packing a punch with a mix of holidays, special events, and important causes. It’s a month that invites reflection on love, history, and even... [Read more]


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