When the Oil Runs Low: Black Men, Fatherhood, Ministry, and Mental Health

As we celebrate Father’s Day, Dinisha Mingo shares why Black men should free themselves from pressure that can become overwhelming. There is a kind of exhaustion many Black men know intimately — but rarely speak about.  It is the exhaustion of carrying responsibility without rest. Of being expected to provide, protect, lead, endure, and stay […]

Beyond the Chair: Men’s Health, Image and Self-Care

The Southern Nevada Health District’s Barbershop Health Outreach Project will host its annual Shop Talk event — an open and empowering gathering curated for Black men to connect in the trusted and familiar space of the neighborhood barbershop — on June 25. The free Thursday evening event will take place at the Art of Barbers […]

LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHERS: Freedom is a powerful force and Black America celebrates with pride

This issue of Las Vegas Black Image proudly celebrates Juneteenth and the enduring power of freedom. As communities across America gather to celebrate this historic occasion of emancipation, we join in honoring the continued journey toward equality, opportunity, and progress.  It is our honor to feature the legendary Earth, Wind & Fire as our exclusive […]

PEACE: Don’t Leave Yourself Behind

BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD In our pursuit of success, responsibilities, and daily obligations, it is easy to drift away from the person we were created to be. We become focused on meeting expectations, keeping schedules, and reaching goals, while our authentic voice grows faint beneath the noise of everyday life.  Many of us spend years striving […]

Causes of Democracy’s Likely Demise

BY LOUIE OVERSTREET Democracy in America is on life support. The reason: a catastrophic failure of the four pillars upon which it rests. The pillars are the legislative, charged with lawmaking; the executive, responsible for implementation of the laws; the judiciary, required to interpret the laws; and the media, which — at its best — […]

Caravan for Mammogram

‘It’s a style of music that brings people together’

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: RALPH JOHNSON Like the elemental forces of nature that inspired their name, Earth, Wind & Fire continues to reign as one of music’s most enduring legends. From the soulful urgency of “That’s the Way of the World” to the timeless joy of “September,” their catalog — which includes “Sing A Song,” “Reasons,” […]

LIVING: FOOD FOR THE SOUL

Mama’s Homemade Cajun Chicken Noodle Soup When the Las Vegas heat rises, a warm bowl of soup may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But step inside any air-conditioned home, restaurant, or workplace, and comfort food suddenly makes perfect sense.  That’s where this rich, soul-warming Cajun chicken noodle soup comes in. It’s hearty, […]

LIVING: PLANTING YOUR SEEDS

Fresh finds at farmers markets While backyard jasmine and home-grown tomatoes are blooming across the valley, there’s an even bigger organic harvest waiting just around the corner. If you’re looking to swap the grocery aisle for a more soulful shopping trip, it’s time to hit the Las Vegas Farmers Markets.  It’s more than just a […]

LIVING: A HOUSE IS A HOME

Desert nights, patio delights There is something deeply therapeutic about a Las Vegas summer, where the sun-drenched days melt into velvet-warm nights. Your home is your sanctuary, and extending that peace beyond your four walls is the ultimate way to embrace the season.  Whether you have a sprawling suburban lawn or a cozy apartment balcony, […]

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