TAMRON HALL: MSNBC Newscaster Gives News To The Nation
November 30, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
Filed under Cover Story, Feature
There was good, bad and ugly to be reported during the recently-concluded presidential election, and MSNBC host Tamron Hall was one of the breakout media stars of the campaign season. Her midday program, NewsNation, emerged in 2012 as one of the best sources of information for a public with an unprecedented thirst for political news.
Moving Forward Toward Success… B. Smith & Dan Gasby
November 2, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
Filed under Cover Story, Feature
As we prepare meals for loved ones and beautify our surroundings this Thanksgiving holiday, it is the perfect time to check in with culinary and home décor guru B. Smith. Along with her husband, Dan Gasby, the pop culture phenomenon known as B. Smith owns three successful restaurants — in Washington D.C., New York City’s Times Square and Sag Harbor in the Hamptons — and recently sat down with Black Image to discuss how to make the holiday season special, the presidential election, and why African-Americans must always move “forward.”
Real talk with… Niecy Nash
September 30, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
Filed under Cover Story, Feature
For years, Niecy Nash has been a fixture in our homes on such shows as “Reno 911,” The Style Network’s “Clean House,” “The Insider” and most recently, the hit TV Land series “Soul Man,” with Cedric the Entertainer.
Mary J. Blige: Songstress shares life, love and career
September 4, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
Filed under Cover Story, Feature
Originally from the Bronx in New York City, singer/songwriter/producer/actress Mary J. Blige has already put an indelible stamp on the entertainment industry. The nine-time Grammy winner — and owner of eight platinum albums — has achieved such a high degree of success, that she can rightfully declare to be in a state of “No More Drama.”
Presidents setting up at Nevada State College
August 6, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
Filed under Cover Story, Education, Feature
It was almost 10 years ago that Nevada State College opened its doors to those seeking higher education. A decade later, the student body is making history again, with the election of two African-American males — student body president Deuvall Dorsey and vice president Bentley McDonald — to provide leadership on the Henderson campus.
The Jacksons Bring Unity to Las Vegas
August 6, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
Filed under Cover Story, Feature
For the millions who grew up with the music of The Jackson 5, it is no difficult task to recite — sing-song style, without pause — its members’ names: “Jackie, Jermaine, Tito, Marlon and Michael.”
For 12K and Beyond, Back to School Tips for Parents
August 6, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
Filed under Cover Story, Education, Feature
Dawn Davidson-King, M.Ed., is a special education teacher at Canarelli Middle School and a faculty member of the University of Phoenix. She may be contacted at dawnking1@email.phoenix.edu.
Quddus
July 2, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
Filed under Cover Story, Feature
A native of Canada, Quddus is the face of “Duets,” the new hit ABC singing competition that pairs would-be superstars with established luminaries in the recording industry. In an era when this popular brand of programming has launched the careers of some of America’s best-known talents, Quddus is now counted in the ranks of hosts alongside such household names as Ryan Seacrest and Carson Daly.
A black woman’s crusade to discover her lineage
July 2, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
Filed under Cover Story, Feature, Highlights
It was 1999 when Las Vegas resident Rhenetta Belcher-Bey first took a deep interest in learning more about her heritage. The occasion: the birth of her youngest daughter.
Opportunities for youth as NBCFAE lands in Las Vegas
July 2, 2012 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Cover Story, Feature
This year, the event comes with a twist aimed at exposing young African-Americans to the career opportunities that await them in the air. On July 30, the organization will also host the all-day Ace Academy Youth Camp.





