America’s Library CEOs Visit the Historic Westside

The West Las Vegas Library recently hosted a reception welcoming the national Urban Libraries Council (ULC) to the Historic Westside. The ULC held its 2026 Annual Leadership Forum in Las Vegas, bringing together more than 100 library CEOs and leaders from across the country.  Las Vegas Black Image Magazine representatives had the opportunity to speak […]

YOU! HAVE THE POWER | Turn it Up!

BY DR. ELLEN W. BROWN With everyday life in 2026 going upside down, outside, downtown, uptown and under the bushel, the Light is doing a pretty good job of keeping things “Turned Up”! Depending on where we are at the time of need and what we get versus what we want, life seems to keep […]

KNIGHT MOVES | Never Fall Behind

By Craig Knight Fall is here, and October marks the start of the fourth quarter. Whether you’re wrapping up projects, setting goals, or simply enjoying the season, take a moment to appreciate where we are in our lifetime.  October is associated with autumn in the Northern Hemisphere and spring in parts of the Southern Hemisphere, […]

HEALTHIER YOU: Catch it EARLY

BY DR. MARGUERITE BRATHWAITE OB-GYN October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a time to increase awareness, encourage early detection, and remind women of the importance of taking an active role in their breast health.  For Black women, breast cancer remains an especially urgent health concern. While there are many factors that influence a breast […]

HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS: The Missile 

BY CLAYTEE D. WHITE The Missile was a newspaper once published by the Las Vegas Branch of the NAACP. The issue I discovered was dated August 2, 1960, Volume 3, Number 3. I have no idea when it began publication, how often it appeared, or when it ended. It was likely replaced by — and […]

Caring for — and about — the community

By Robin Biffinger Strong communities are built by people who invest in one another. That belief guides every act of service at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV, from educating tomorrow’s physicians to improving the health and well-being of the entire state.  Nevada continues to face significant healthcare challenges, including physician shortages and […]

Honors Roll 

Las Vegas Black Image Honors 2026 celebrates the best of Southern Nevada.  Las Vegas Black Image will host the 2026 Las Vegas Black Image Magazine Honors and Fundraiser on Saturday, November 14, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Classic Jewels Nightclub and Lounge.  The free community event, sponsored by Southwest Gas and MGM International […]

‘People really do want to work out’

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: DOMINIQUE TRUNDLE It is reported that 38.5 million visitors come to Las Vegas each year to enjoy its entertainment, gaming and food. Now, a locally based company, Get Fit Las Vegas, is giving visitors and locals another way to experience the city — through fitness and wellness activities held at outdoor spaces […]

YOU BETTER PINK

10th Annual Las Vegas Caravan for Mammogram takes over the Strip to energize the fight against breast cancer. More than 250 Black women and families came together to make history — and turn the Las Vegas Strip PINK!  Las Vegas Black Image’s 10th Annual Las Vegas Caravan for Mammogram/Vegas Pink Car Parade was nothing short […]

LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHERS: Raising awareness, profiles, and issues 

This October issue is especially meaningful to us as we focus on breast cancer awareness and the importance of early detection. We are grateful to the many supporters and sponsors who continue to help us bring this important message to the Black community through Breast Cancer Awareness Month and our 10th Annual Las Vegas Caravan […]

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