East Paradise

 They sat in the hot Las Vegas sun for hours on end handing out vibrant red carnation flowers to anyone who could spare some change. They gave away endless amounts of swag without asking for anything in return. They offered free lectures to those who wished to listen. They, the Hormones & Diseases research & Resource Group (HDRR) at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, did all of this to bring diabetes awareness to the students and faculty of UNLV. "We need to help ... Read More

They grab their sweet drinks, with their chips of choice when they begin their long hours of T.V. watching and video game marathons. They play many sports, drive race cars, and save the world one video game hero at a time without burning a calorie. This sedentary lifestyle and poor nutrition has reeked havoc on our youth’s health for many years. Forever Fit is a new program acting as an antidote to treat our communities overweight youth and those who are at risk.  “These kids ... Read More

It is not very often that one has a chance to meet someone whose very presence exudes accomplishment, and whose spirit exemplifies the sense of community that is often spoken of but seldom seen. However if one was to spend even a minute with Ms. Hannah Brown, they would this and so much more. From the moment she begins to speak you find yourself in a state of bewilderment. She has lived a life of rich experience and accomplishment which she very ... Read More

Rob Ponte's still images from around the neighborhood. Read More

Videos from four UNLV students taken with NOKIA N95 cellphones at the Democratic National Convention. These videos were originally broadcast in real-time on a Kyte feed. Read More

Ariel Gove, Sandra Hernandez, Reid Geary and Denitsa Yotova Four undergraduate students from the Hank Greenspun School of Journalism and Media studies attended the Democratic National Convention in Denver, August 25 to 28. Ariel Gove, Sandra Hernandez, Reid Geary and Denitsa Yotova interviewed Nevada elected officials, prepared daily video news packages and collected footage for a mini-documentary depicting their experience at the convention. The following is a wrap-up interview with the four students about their experience in Denver. What do you feel was the ... Read More

Erick Ramirez, 19, moved to Las Vegas 10 years ago in order to join his family. Currently, he works bussing tables at a local restaurant and has been in the East Paradise neighborhood for the past five years. Ramirez is concerned about the state’s gas prices as he feels the high cost is “bringing the economy down.” However, immigration stands on the top of his list nationwide. “It is an issue for a lot of people in the United States,” says Ramirez. Politically, Ramirez is ... Read More

Born and raised in Las Vegas, Rosy Hartz, 27, is a mother of one. She has been a director of a youth ministry in the East Paradise neighborhood for eight years. Hartz, a Democrat, likes Barak Obama. Today, Hartz’ biggest concern is the economy and the high cost of gas. “Rising fuel and cost of living forces families to loose their homes,” says Hartz. If she were to be elected as president she would make a “better living for the lower and middle class.” If given the ... Read More

Waleed Al Hassan, 41, is the father of two boys and a business owner in the East Paradise neighborhood. Life in a metropolitan area, warm weather and economic potential brought him to Las Vegas 10 years ago from Iraq where he worked as a dentist. When it comes to politics Al Hassan is an independent and feels that if McCain is elected as president “the same old vicious cycle” Republicans started will be repeated. Al Hassan’s thoughts about Obama are not much brighter. “Obama, ... Read More

Hawaiian native Diane Feliciano, 61, moved to Las Vegas 12 years ago seeking a better and more affordable life. Currently, she works as a property manager of an apartment complex in the East Paradise neighborhood. Feliciano holds Republican views and does not endorse the Democratic candidate Barak Obama because he “does not have enough experience.” What she likes about the Republican candidate McCain is exactly the opposite. “He has been around a long time,” sas Feliciano. She is concerned about Nevada when it comes to ... Read More