African-American companies play key role in building of project

CityCenter – African-American companies play key role in building of project

ALICIA KEYS

ALICIA KEYS – GRAMMY AWARD WINNER SPEAKS ON HER CAREER AND UPCOMING TRIP TO LAS VEGAS by Kimberly Bailey-Tureaud

Racing while BLACK – A conversation with LEONARD T. MILLER

At its “Paint the Town Red” charity event this month, Bellagio will auction off the book “Racing While Black,” by author Leonard T. Miller. The 1983 Morehouse College graduate recently spoke to Black Image about his experiences in NASCAR, shedding further light on some of the trials chronicled in the memoir. by Kimberly Bailey-Tureaud

Skye Dee Miles – Entertainer shines in ‘Menopause’ on the Las Vegas Strip

Five years ago, Skye Dee Miles arrived in Las Vegas from Oakland, Calif., with only $500 in her pocket. The Missouri native’s immediate goal: audition for shows on the famed Las Vegas Strip.

CLAUDIA JORDAN – From Sirius radio to rising television starlet

Claudia Jordan’s name may not be instantly recognizable, but the fresh-faced Rhode Island native is regularly seen and heard by millions.
Whether it be for her role as one of the glamorous models featured on the hit game show “Deal or No Deal,” hosting the Miss Universe Pageant, broadcasting for Fox Sports or working the star-studded red carpet outside the Soul Train Music Awards, Jordan is taking her celebrity to new heights. by Kimberly Bailey-Tureaud

Karen P. Bennett-Haron – Judge optimistic about the future of African-Americans in Las Vegas

A familiar local refrain — “You don’t meet many Nevada natives anymore” — echoes through my mind as I sit down to speak with Judge Karen P. Bennett, justice of the peace of Las Vegas Township Department 7.
Although she has made history as the city’s first African-American female justice of the peace, Bennett-Haron has reservations about publicly discussing the designation. by Kimberly Bailey-Tureaud

A conversation with WENDELL WILLIAMS

The EVOLUTION of a community. A conversation with WENDELL WILLIAMS by Kimberly Bailey-Tureaud

JACKIE’S ICED OUT BARBER AND BEAUTY SHOP

JACKIE’S ICED OUT BARBER AND BEAUTY SHOP – Business caters to celebrities and locals alike

Yéle Haiti – Foundation dedicated to improving life in Haiti

When major events occur, it is often said that “the earth stood still.” In the aftermath of the devastating 7.0-magnitude earthquake that rocked Haiti on Jan. 12, people around the world have become transfixed by nonstop coverage of the disaster and death left in its wake.
The capital city of Port-au-Prince — the political and economic center of one of the world’s poorest countries — was shaken with a fury that sent buildings of every size crumbling to the ground. The quake was followed immediately by the cries of millions whose dreams were once again deferred and whose loved ones’ lives met tragic ends.

DARCUS SPEED – Songstress credits Las Vegas audiences with her longevity

Darcus Speed is known by many as the Queen of Las Vegas. With a singing style reminiscent of the great Nancy Wilson, she has performed on the Strip for a record-setting 25 years.

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