HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS: Whether Lewis or Louis, may indelible Black history reign

BY CLAYTEE D. WHITE This column should be written as two independent articles but both people must be acknowledged in the month of May.  The first Kentucky Derby occurred on May 17, 1875 and was won by Oliver Lewis, an African-American jockey.  Joe Louis, the Brown Bomber, was born on May 14, 1914 and became […]

Why I decided to run for City Council

By Marilyn Booker I am often asked why I am running for the Las Vegas City Council seat representing Ward 2.  I grew up in Chicago politics. My dad was in politics and my godfather was the Mayor Pro Tem under Mayor Richard J. Daley in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s. Because politics was […]

Hearing VOICES

By Dr. Tya Mathis-Coleman and Latoschka Nether Las Vegas American Cancer Society Ambassadors celebrate Women’s History Month, launch groundbreaking study to support Black women. The American Cancer Society (ACS) recently hosted a gathering of women and community leaders in Las Vegas to introduce VOICES, a collective commitment to understanding and improving the health of Black […]

HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS: Marble Manor Documentary: Preserving a Westside Legacy

BY CLAYTEE D. WHITE In 1953, Marble Manor became home to a growing number of Las Vegas residents at a time when adequate housing was scarce — especially for African-Americans who were barred from living in many parts of the city. What began as a necessary housing development soon became a cornerstone of community life […]

HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS: Take a closer look at Dr. King

BY CLAYTEE D. WHITE For many people — especially younger generations who did not witness the searing images of water hoses, police dogs, and long nights in jail — Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is most often remembered as a powerful orator. His soaring speeches remain etched in history. Yet beyond the iconic moments lies […]

HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS: Myth Me in the New Year

BY CLAYTEE D. WHITE It was a ritual when I was growing up: my father would walk into a neighbor’s house every New Year’s Day, bearing hopes of good fortune in their home for the next 365 days. Soon after, the man of the house Dad visited would arrive at our front door, bringing his […]

Seven Rangers, One Purpose

A new theatrical dance production brings movement, meaning, and mental health awareness to families in Las Vegas. On a Sunday afternoon this January, the stage at CSN’s Horn Theatre will transform into a world where dance becomes a superpower — and self-belief is the ultimate hero.  305 Rangers, a family-friendly theatrical dance production presented by […]

Bringing Smiles Through Art

Joseph Watson is spreading joy with his gift for imagery Widely recognized by his signature “JOEE,” Joseph Watson has been channeling creativity since his early days growing up in Gardena, California Art became his refuge and outlet for expression, shaped not only by exceptional mentors but also by the vivid backdrop of Los Angeles. The […]

Prophetess Catherine Matthews Hyatt: Faith, Power & Purpose Revealed

By Sheryl Thornton-Burnham In a world that often celebrates flash over faith, Prophetess Catherine Matthews Hyatt stands as a woman who embodies both — elegance and endurance, beauty and belief. Based in Las Vegas, she has become a powerhouse voice in ministry, business, and real estate investment, proving that success doesn’t come from circumstance but […]

HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS: Let’s End 2025 in a Spirit of Joy

BY CLAYTEE D. WHITE I will end 2025 steeped in joy, Black Joy — the healing balm of a mysterious, invisible power. I believe that joy is one of our superpowers.  Beginning in 1619, Blacks endured slavery then Jim Crow and continued this trajectory into the 21st century’s systemic racism, Jim Crow 2.0. And yet, […]

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