Twin Ambition
December 10, 2015 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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Owned by a brother and sister with the restaurant business in their blood, a new Chronic Tacos franchise is making a splash at the Palms Hotel & Casino. BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD Las Vegas residents Jonathan and Jennifer Lewis are a brother-and-sister entrepreneurial team. In October, the twins opened Chronic Tacos, which instantly became the only black-owned […]
Q&A: GARY ‘GTHANG’ JOHNSON
December 8, 2015 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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A rising comedian takes us behind the scenes of the Soul Train Music Awards in Las Vegas.
Miss Ross
November 23, 2015 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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As she arrives in Las Vegas for a series of performances at The Venetian, legendary entertainer Diana Ross reflects on her standing as an American icon.
Celebrating the Best of Black Las Vegas
November 23, 2015 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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Whether thinking about individuals, businesses or organizations, one thing is certain about Las Vegas’ black community: it has a rich history, and a tradition of excellence, that has endured for generations. In this special edition of Las Vegas Black Image, we honor that greatness by showcasing those who not only exemplify our powerful heritage, but […]
What a sorry lot we have allowed ourselves to become
November 23, 2015 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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BY LOUIE OVERSTREET You might be asking yourself: Why use “we” to describe our sorry lot? Well, folks — “we” means black civic organizations, individuals and elected officials. Our combined failure to work together has plunged us to what, just a decade ago, would have been unimaginable depths. My belief is that 2005 was the apex […]
Starring Miss Jackson
October 13, 2015 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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One of the world’s most successful entertainers returns to the city where a legendary career began.
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: Will Downing
October 13, 2015 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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Soul singer Will Downing brought the house down with a masterful set at the recent Las Vegas Jazz Festival, giving local audiences a performance that will not soon be forgotten.
Making the Cut
October 13, 2015 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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Making the Cut
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: Misty Copeland
September 8, 2015 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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As the first African-American to be named principal dancer of the renowned American Ballet Theatre, Misty Copeland has become one of the highest-profile performers in the world.
Dad-E
September 8, 2015 by Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
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Dad-E
