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Internationally known, locally respected

On a journey to South Korea, a young Las Vegas woman seeks to build cultural bridges. Clark County high school student Donntice Dove has been awarded a National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) Scholarship for 2015-16. Donntice will study Korean in South Korea for a year. She is one of only 620 competitively selected […]

VOTE

If the election were being held today, who would get your vote for President? Angel Brock I’m voting for Hillary Clinton. Women’s rights need to be addressed by a woman, not a man who doesn’t understand the struggle. Also, I believe she will continue what President Obama has started. She will use a different method, […]

Page of Fame

It is with heartfelt gratitude that LAS VEGAS BLACK IMAGE MAGAZINE gives its deepest thanks to those whose names are found on this page. Their generosity and foresight keep this publication thriving, as Las Vegas’ only African-American owned magazine and a positive voice for the community. We celebrate you!

NATIVE SON

Honoring the legacy of Sam Smith, whose commitment to lifelong learning made an impact in West Las Vegas and beyond. BY DR. AL GOURRIER Having just recognized Father’s Day, it’s a wonderful time to honor a man who, for many years, was a father figure to many in West Las Vegas. His name was Sam […]

‘Now’ is The Time

Gospel star Pat Pennington to host gala grand opening for a new business venture. Pat Pennington, who performs in the House of Blues Gospel Brunch in the Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino, will host a June 5 grand opening for a new business venture: Now Faith Community Development Corporation, located at 9708 Gilespie St. Suite […]

MONEY MATTERS: Planning a vacation? Five ways to avoid a ‘Break the Bank’ scenario

BY MORRIS JACKSON We all want to make the most of our vacation. Whether you’re maximizing every minute of the day — visiting museums, exploring historic sites, indulging in local foods — or finding ways to stretch your dollar for a once-in-a-lifetime experience or to visit a faraway destination, it’s important to make the most of […]

Happy Mother’s Day!

BY DR. ROBERT E. FOWLER Here are two gifts to give Mom on her special day: Appreciation. We all need it, and the Bible recognizes that often. In the Bible you see people being appreciated because we have a need for this. Paul said in Philippians 1:3 “I thank my God every time I remember […]

Getting a boost

In 2015, a fresh approach and major new element will define a beloved local event. BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD The Las Vegas chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women is making a meaningful addition to a popular annual gathering. “Our upcoming Madame C.J. Walker luncheon will take on a different strategy this year,” Sylvia […]

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