The business of finding his biological parents
May 3, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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In the quest to find the biological parents who put him up for adoption, Clark County Commissioner Lawrence Weekly made courageous choices that changed his life.
The business of Chipependales
March 30, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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One of the wonderful things about Las Vegas is the city’s diversity. As one of the lead entertainers in the Chippendales show at the Rio, Bryan Cheatham is a big part of the welcoming atmosphere that characterizes the world’s entertainment capital.
Doctor finds success by fulfilling a need
March 5, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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Joseph Thornton, M.D. has been a practicing colorectal surgeon in Las Vegas for 40 years — and he has now added the title of entrepreneur to his résumé, by introducing a new product called TUSH M.D.
SISTAS in Gaming
February 9, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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It was a remarkable opportunity for Las Vegas Black Image Magazine to sit down recently with two remarkable women, April Augustine and Adrienne Augustus, who have embarked on incredible careers in gaming. Together, they stand as a testament to how far African-Americans have come in Las Vegas’ cornerstone industry, where, not too long ago, black people were effectively barred from holding any meaningful positions. In a wide-ranging discussion, they shared both their personal experiences and valuable insight into the new age of gaming.
Finding Holiday Happiness
December 1, 2011 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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As we approach the holiday season, some might find themselves feeling not-so-jolly, dealing with depression when everything around them appears festive.
AFAN reaches out to communities of color: A Conversation with AFAN Representative Derek Washington
December 1, 2011 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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In the words of its mission statement, Aid for AIDS of Nevada exists to “provide support and advocacy for adults and children living with and affected by HIV/AIDS in Southern Nevada.” As part of that calling, the organization is stepping up outreach in the African-American and Latino communities, working, as its website outlines, “to reduce […]
Urban Chamber Awards gala
December 1, 2011 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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KCEP Radio general manager Craig Knight, (with his wife, Nicole), was recently honored by the Urban Chamber of Commerce at the organization’s annual awards gala.
Inside the Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial
November 17, 2011 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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On Oct. 16, tens of thousands gathered on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. to witness the official dedication of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial.
Workshop aims to help people buy, save homes
September 29, 2011 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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Las Vegas is celebrated around the world for its glitz, but on the other side of that glamour is a city with one of the nation’s highest foreclosure rates. In that light, the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco is teaming up with Chase, Wells Fargo and Las Vegas housing counseling agencies to bring the foreclosure prevention and first-time homebuyer workshops to the Cashman Center on Oct. 22 from 9a.m. until 2p.m.. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley will appear as a special guest.
KCEP Bob Bailey Internship Program
September 2, 2011 by 09dgozd
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A conversation with Craig Knight, General Manager of KCEP Radio FM 88.1





