Feature
8th Annual Las Vegas Caravan for Mammogram Brings Together Black Women of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas Black Image is once again hosting the Las Vegas Caravan for Mammogram, a free event taking place October 26 in the Valley Hospital parking lot at 700 Shadow Lane. The festivities begin at... [Read more]
Back to School ‘Slime Week’ concludes at Whitney Library
Free backpacks, school supplies given to hundreds of children. The Library District hosted its final SLIME WEEK event for student’s back to school activities. The Whitney library branch hosted... [Read more]
‘I Realized That I Had To Be Who God Created Me To Be’
Black women are having a moment. Queens are excelling in a wide variety of arenas, and in the most visible and far-reaching ways — reaching extraordinary heights in business, politics, culture, and... [Read more]
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Conversation
YOU! HAVE THE POWER | What do we share at the table?
DR. ELLEN BROWN BY DR. ELLEN BROWN It’s official! In just a few weeks the contributions that “WE” made during the 2024 presidential campaign — including donations and prayers — will... [Read more]
YOU! HAVE THE POWER | Black voter views show promise for Kamala Harris
DR. ELLEN BROWN BY DR. ELLEN BROWN The 2024 presidential election is likely to be remembered for its unique characteristics compared to previous elections. In fact, it seems to be unfolding in a... [Read more]
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Community
Why African-Americans Need a Trust
BY KIMBERLY SMITH As an African-American broker salesperson, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial it is for us to protect our most valuable asset — our homes. Unfortunately, many in our community... [Read more]
HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS: How the Westside played a role in the integration of public accommodations
Claytee D. White BY CLAYTEE D. WHITE In 1960, Dr. James B. McMillan served as president of the local Las Vegas NAACP, Branch 1111. In March of that year, he received a letter from the organization’s... [Read more]
America’s ebbs and flows
BY LOUIE OVERSTREET Louie Overstreet Throughout America’s history, there have been observable ebbs and flows between bad and good, wrong, and right, fear and courage. These ebbs and flows have... [Read more]
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Highlights
The Strength of HER: Ode to Kamala
BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD The orchestra of heartbeats lives within. The conscious movement of care is intentional. Love is the constant and only unrest lies in the alternative. The mighty electric... [Read more]
PEACE: Spaces of Meaning
BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD It is important to reserve space that breathes life into your soul. Either it’s a walk in a park on a beautiful day or surrounding yourself with loved ones — space... [Read more]
What do you see in the mirror?
BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD At different stages of our life’s journey, we pause to look in the mirror and see our physical selves. When we take that occasional glance, what might be overlooked... [Read more]
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Food
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
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
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
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
KNIGHT MOVES | Do you remember? It’s September!
BY CRAIG KNIGHT It’s September, marking the end of the third quarter and more than halfway through 2024! The recent Summer Olympics in Paris were a highlight — showcasing incredible performances... [Read more]
LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHERS: How to Make It in America: Stay on Brand
Charles Tureaud and Kimberly Bailey Tureaud It is an honor to have Tabitha Brown on this month’s cover of Las Vegas Black Image. Our exclusive conversation with “America’s Mom” opens the playbook... [Read more]
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