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 self-awareness. A month that shares the seasons of Aquarius and Pisces!  Black History Month, observed throughout February, is a vital time for honoring […]

HEALTHIER YOU: High blood pressure and pregnancy

BY DR. MARGUERITE BRATHWAITE OB-GYN On February 7, National Wear Red Day will acknowledge the impact of heart disease, which claims the lives of millions of people each year.  One of the leading causes of heart disease is high blood pressure. We might all be aware that a healthy blood pressure reading is 120/80, but […]

HEALTHIER YOU: Be aware of birth defect risks

BY DR. MARGUERITE BRATHWAITE OB-GYN January ushers in a new year. It is also a time to recognize Birth Defects Awareness Month.  Black women are more likely than white women to experience certain pregnancy complications and birth risk factors, including:  Other factors that might be the result of one’s socioeconomic status, and can increase the […]

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

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, and buried us. That has not changed!” — Dr. Ellen W. Brown  The reference to “us” in this context highlights explicitly African-American […]

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. To forget, or to be forgotten. Which would you prefer?  For Alzheimer’s-affected individuals, it’s both — a disconcerting and saddening reality that left high school senior Mia-Alani Matsubara ruminating over a single question: What […]

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 mentors medical students and teaches resident physicians. As someone who’s lived in Southern Nevada for many years, he’s witnessed the city’s growth […]

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 and may be watched at https//www.youtube.com/@cityoflasvegastv. Award nominations were open to the public online through Oct. 18, 2024.  The award honor […]

HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS: Looking back at Reconstruction

BY CLAYTEE D. WHITE The eleven-year period known as Reconstruction (1865-1877) followed the Civil War and was once viewed as a progressive era of Black advancement — especially for the enslaved who had been set free.  But as more valid research has emerged, we are finding that this period was not as fruitful as once […]

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. Following her sold-out residency debut over New Year’s Week, five-time Grammy Award-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Janet Jackson is embarking on an extension of […]

Is Homeownership in Your Future for 2025?

BY KIMBERLY SMITH If buying a home is one of your goals for 2025, preparation is key! Here’s a quick checklist to help you get ready:  1. Check Your Credit & Finances  Review your credit score (aim for 620+ for better loan options); pay down debt and avoid new credit inquiries; save for a down […]

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