Affordable Housing in Action

The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA), in partnership with The Michaels Organization, a national leader in residential real estate, held a ceremonial groundbreaking for two new affordable housing developments in Las Vegas: Duncan and Edwards located at 5901 W. Duncan Dr.; and 28th and Sunrise located at 2601 Sunrise Ave. Combined, the two new […]

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: BRITTANY SOUL

‘Why not bring all my gifts to the table?’ A beloved fixture of the Las Vegas entertainment scene, Brittany Soul is a Nevada native who has mastered her art in a number of forms: vocalist, songwriter, author, and spoken word performer. We caught up with the multi-hyphenate to learn more about her work, motivations, and […]

Outside Chance

How the organization Blacks In Nature is building community in the great outdoors. Blacks In Nature is a thriving community dedicated to reconnecting Black people with the outdoors through adventure, education, and cultural exploration. Since its founding in 2022, the group has organized hiking excursions, water sports, international trips, and youth programs — ensuring that […]

HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS: Taking a creative approach to history

BY CLAYTEE D. WHITE This piece is different from any that I’ve written. I have been invited to submit a short paper depicting creative writing for an upcoming symposium. As you know, all of my writing is purely historical and it will remain that way but for this article, I will add my ideas (based […]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Hosts ‘Delta Days at the Nevada State Capitol’

Las Vegas Alumnae Chapter meets with lawmakers to advocate for social change. For 112 years, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, a historically African-American female nonprofit organization, has been dedicated to scholarship, sisterhood, and service. With 350,000 members and 1,000 chapters worldwide, the sorority continues to make an impact on communities globally.  The Las Vegas Alumnae […]

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: COUNCILWOMAN SHONDRA SUMMERS-ARMSTRONG

‘I am focused’ Las Vegas Black Image sat down for an exclusive interview with Councilwoman Shondra Summers-Armstrong, who was recently elected to represent Ward 5. It was an engaging, candid conversation about her ambitions for the community and where politics might — or might not — take her in the future. When did you know […]

HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS:

What is was USAID? 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.  The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is was an independent agency of the United […]

Meet Bruce, an African-American foster caregiver who is changing lives

By Wonswayla MackeyDeputy Director of Clark County Family Services We just celebrated Black History Month, a powerful reminder of the resilience, strength, and contributions of African-Americans throughout history. It serves as an inspiring backdrop to highlight the vital role of African American foster parents in our communities. It’s a time to honor their journey and […]

Unlock the truth behind the price tag

BY KIMBERLY SMITH When buying or selling a home, one crucial step can impact everything: the appraisal. An appraisal is an unbiased estimate of a property’s value conducted by a licensed professional. It’s based on the home’s condition, location, size, upgrades, and recent comparable sales in the area.  For buyers, an appraisal ensures you’re not […]

BLACK EXECUTIVE EXCELLENCE: ANGELA SCURRY

Her mission: putting our young people on an upward trajectory Angela Scurry, a Las Vegas leader raised in Chicago’s northwest suburbs, is widely-known as a committed advocate for community development and individual empowerment through skill enhancement. Scurry was named to the Nevada Human Resources Commission in 2021, and has most recently been appointed by the […]

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