“History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, but if faced with courage, need not be lived again.”
Maya Angelou
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“Science knows no country, because knowledge belongs to humanity, and is the torch which illuminates the world.”
Louis Pasteur
Articles on Science & History
Understanding the world around us and how it functions, and what happened in the past, is key to understanding each other and to moving forward in building a better world.
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Remembering Bonnie Springs Ranch
Once a living relic of Red Rock Canyon, Bonnie Spring Ranch has since closed and been sold to a housing developer. Many question if this dishonors Bonnie and her work.
Around the Sun – A Poem About Kindred Experiences Across Time
Around the Sun – Around the Sun – A Poem About Kindred Experiences Across Time.
What the Southwest Drought Crisis Means for Las Vegas’ Future
Forty million people are at risk of losing the water that makes their cities habitable. The increase of tough restrictions and the rationing of the Colorado River have led seven U.S. states and Mexico to question our future water supply as the drought crisis worsens.
Malinalli Productions: Creating Healing Art and Connecting Community and Culture
Seeing a need to help up-and-coming creatives and support the community, local artists, husband and wife duo, and business partners Xochil Xitlalli and Juan Cuevas created Malinalli Productions.
Quetzal Visions – Creating ‘Precious Visions’ to Help Heal
Reconnecting with his ancestry, Juan Cuevas works to reclaim his culture through his artwork. With creations of ‘precious visions,’ his art business Quetzal Visions taps into the subconscious, express spirituality, and offer healing.
Dam Roast House and Browder Bookstore – Brewing Community Into Boulder City
After hearing people in Boulder City wanted a local coffee shop, Amber Stephens and Misty Magruder teamed up to open Dam Roast House and Browder Bookstore.
Political Violence – The History, Prevalence, and Escalation of It in America
An essay (and descent into madness) over the prevalence and escalation of political violence in America.
‘Reichstag Moment Burning’ – A Poem About the Current Political Climate
‘Reichstag Moment Burning’ – A poem about the current political climate.
Wheels Off the Ground – The History of Skateboarding
Skateboarding has influenced generations since the mid-20th century. Starting in the 1950s, the sport soon flourished into what it is today.
FoxRidge Park: What’s in a Name? What Makes a Haunt?
Local FoxRidge Park is claimed to be haunted. But is it? The rumors have inspired more than just ghost stories.
No Racism in Schools #1865 – Spreading Awareness About Racism in CCSD
After a racist incident in 2019 at a local school, the harrowing experiences of the “Arbor View 9” ignited a spark that would lead to the creation of No Racism In Schools #1865.
Book Bans Enable History to Repeat Itself
With book bans increasing over the years removing a wide range of literature from schools and libraries, history is enabled to repeat itself.
The World is Ready for Amani Roberts and ‘The Quiet Storm’
In the mid-1970s, a Quiet Storm, a radio format that primarily focused on R&B music, mostly of a slow, romantic flavor, was brewing. Inspired by the Smokey Robinson song, “Quiet Storm,” it is also the title of the new book by author Amani Roberts.
The Boulder City Pet Cemetery: A Labor of Love
Just outside Vegas, the Boulder City Pet Cemetery provides a final resting place for people’s pets as far back as the1930s.
Majestic Repertory Theatre Highlights the Parallels of Cabaret to America Today
Cabaret and its themes are as relevant as ever in America today, as Majestic Repertory Theatre showed after recently bringing this iconic musical to life.
Reliving History: The Story of Ida B. Wells
In honor of Black History Month, we took a look at American journalist and civil rights activist Ida B. Wells who dedicated her life to spreading the truth about what happened in her present reality and society.
Israel’s Genocide in Gaza – 10 Months of Hell and Inhumanity, Part 2: Devastation and War Crimes
In part two of this series covering the past 10 months of genocide in Gaza, I discuss the devastation and war crimes Israel has committed.
Israel’s Genocide in Gaza – 10 Months of Hell and Inhumanity, Part 1: Death Toll
For 10 months, we’ve witnessed the worst of humanity through Israel’s genocide in Gaza. This article touches on a facet of the ongoing war and increasing death toll.
The Punk Rock Museum – Punk Throughout The Years
Recently celebrating its first anniversary, The Punk Rock Museum attracts people wanting to explore more than 45 years of punk rock history.
Powwow For the Planet: A Story In Every Dance
Held at UNLV between April 19 and 20, the 3rd Annual Powwow For The Planet presented cultural traditions, showcased leadership development within native youth, and celebrated Earth Day.
Climate Crisis Songs, Pt. 4: ‘All Eyes On Me’
Celebrate Earth Day with the 4th part of my climate crisis song series: ‘All Eyes on Me’ by Bo Burnham from his ‘Inside’ Netflix special!