Senator Steven Horsford: Making history

In the long history of Nevada, there has been no shortage of African-American contributors to the development and success of the Silver State.Those determined to leave their mark in days past had to fight against forces like segregation. Their example helped prepare today’s history-makers for an entirely new set of challenges, and state Sen. Steven Horsford exemplifies the fearlessness bequeathed to the new generation.

Nevada Welfare Services: Still working

The Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services continues to assist Nevada residents in need, while they locate employment or seek to boost their prospects through job training.

Presidents setting up at Nevada State College

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Entertainer gives exclusive on music, acting and fatherhood

Las Vegas is known globally as the entertainment capital of the world, with lights so bright they can be seen from outer space. One of the brightest of those lights is the superstar R&B singer and actor Ne-Yo, a homegrown talent who proudly credits his Las Vegas upbringing with his status as one of today’s most sought-after artists. Fresh off his well-reviewed role in the historical drama “Red Tails,” and with a new album due out soon, he sat down with with Las Vegas Black Image Magazine to open up about the realities of the entertainment business, growing up in Las Vegas and the joys of fatherhood.

At Green Valley High School, a golden ‘Nugget’ of excellence

I am pleased to serve as this month’s guest student journalist, given the honor of writing about someone at my school who has earned a lot of respect and admiration. His name is Durrell “Nugget” McDonald, who many students look upon as a great guy. He excels as our school’s track and field star, varsity basketball player and honor student. In all things, McDonald is defying the odds and reaching only for excellence.

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