The Rancho High School Riots Make-Up Department 2012 Hide all | | Edit Filmography Jump to: Makeup Department | Producer Hide Makeup Department (1 credit) 2012 The Rancho High School Riots (TV Movie documentary) (makeup artist) Hide Producer (1 credit) 2013 Invisible Las Vegas II (Documentary) (associate producer) It will be released in February 2013 to commemorate the Invisible Las Vegas series. Copyright 2019 Las Vegas Review-Journal, Inc. | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service, By TREVON MILLIARD LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL, Harvey Munford talks about the race riots at Rancho High School during a panel discussion at the Clark County Commission Chambers in Las Vegas Friday, Jan. 24, 2014. What happened was real surreal, said Lizzard Griffith, who was a student at the time. During that time, North Las Vegas was primarily white, while the nearby Historic Westside was primarily black. The North Las Vegas school saw numerous fights and arguments between African-American and white students and even outsiders who came onto campus to stir up trouble. It was sad because (the riots) took away a lot of our youth, Armstrong said after his talk with students. Menu. Many of the station's reports are also posted on the County website, the County's YouTube page, Facebook and Twitter for viewing on-demand. Capture a web page as it appears now for use as a trusted citation in the future. (John Locher/Las Vegas Review-Journal), Stan Armstrong, left, and Antonio Vargas talk about the race riots at Rancho High School during a panel discussion at the Clark County Commission Chambers in Las Vegas Friday, Jan. 24, 2014. His nephew was shot but survived. 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(Chitose Suzuki / Las Vegas Review-Journal) @chitosephoto, Local filmmaker Stan Armstrong, who graduated in 1972 from Rancho High School, speaks after watching his documentary film, " The Rancho High School Riots, with students and guests at Rancho High School in North Las Vegas, Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019. Watch popular content from the following creators: The Kp's (@juddahsworld), user2598059827977(@lobowarrior), Shaun Saltee(@bigsaltee), I am you(@thatonepartofthebanana), MasonReams03(@masonreams03) . Racially integrated schools were still an adjustment for much of the country at that time after the U.S. Supreme Courts decision in 1954 that having separate public schools for black and white students was unconstitutional. Community leaders gathered at the Gospel Memorial Church of God in central Long Beach to discuss how to stop the violence. Few are able to make the bail. Schools Details: WebPlease call us at 702-799-7000 with any questions.This Week at the Ranch 11/28-12/2. 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He remembers trying to protect his female black teacher and dropping female students out the window to safety. * 7:21 p.m.: Looters smashed windows and doors at the Lucky supermarket at 20th Street and Atlantic Boulevard. This 6-foot-7 athlete witnessed and physically stood between his friends and classmates in order to prevent further harm and escalation of brutality, Armstrong said.\r\rThis is Armstrong's second documentary in the Invisible Las Vegas series. Black students wanted to be a part of that progress, said Assemblyman Harvey Munford, D-Las Vegas, who was a teacher at the time and remembers the staff walking on egg shells., There were a lot of angry black students on campus, Armstrong said. Continuing where Invisible Las Vegas Part I left off, Part II brings the story of West Las Vegas up to date to our modern era. The channel's programming schedule may be viewed online at www.ClarkCountyNV.gov. * 3 p.m.: A few minutes before the verdicts were announced, about 50 people began breaking windows at the Long Beach mall. on the Internet. \r\rCCTV is a government-access television station available on Cox cable and CenturyLink in the Las Vegas area, CMA Access Channel 14 in Laughlin, and all over via videostreaming on the County website at www.ClarkCountyNV.gov. Eleven building fires were reported. Tim Cox, the last candidate to file for Hendersons City Council special election, is the only Democrat among the seven competing for the vacant seat. Units of the Nevada National Guard were also called out to help patrol the streets. With stunning cinematography, original historical research and heartfelt testimonials, this latest documentary from Desert Rose Productions brings the tragedy and triumph, the struggle and love that drives this American community to life. Like us on Facebook. . Rancho drew students from both populations, as well as children whose parents worked at Nellis Air Force Base. It details the riots there in the late 1960s and early 70s. The Misunderstood Legend of the Las Vegas Moulin Rouge (2011). Don't miss the big stories. \r\rBlack and white students from Rancho were interviewed for the documentary. The revelation is just the latest in the rounds of attacks ahead of Saturdays election. The crowd proceeded down Long Beach Boulevard to 10th Street, breaking store windows and stealing merchandise. TV Shows. He attended UNLV, eventually becoming an instructor in African-American Film and Ethnic Studies at the Inter-Disciplinary Studies Department of his Alma Mater. The violence being pushed on students from the outside made its way into the classroom, according to Michael Brophy, who remembers being part of the BUCK hats. But that was just on paper, said Dupalo, noting that Las Vegas schools were still segregated by circumstance. It is part of the Clark County School District. They include local basketball star and Memphis Grizzlies head coach Lionel Hollins; Lee Gray, an All-American center, who personally worked to prevent numerous confrontations; one of the first black cheerleaders for school, Louise Randall; former Black Panther members, Kenny and Greg Porter; Daniel Crevoisier; and white athlete Danny Grey, who was torn between loyalty to friends on both sides. Looters smashed windows in stores at the mall and some threw Molotov cocktails which ignited fires. * 4:41 p.m.: A mini-mall at 6665 Long Beach Blvd. A mob burst through the door. He requested additional help from the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department, which patrols two sections of the city, and the National Guard. He would skip class because you had to fight. Details: WebRancho High School 1900 Searles Avenue Las Vegas, NV 89101 School attendance zone shown in map) Rating : 10 Bottom 50% Tel: (702) 799-7000 RanchoRams.org Rancho High School serves 3,269 students in ranch high school As part of Black History Month, Armstrong discussed parallels between then and now of race relations. The Rancho High School Riots: 2012: TV Movie documentary: Antonio Fargas: Life After: 2011: TV Series: Himself: Chasing Hollywood: 2011: Documentary: Himself: Vegas . The 56-minute production hosted by actor Antonio Fargas focuses on the turbulent years of 1967 to 1973, when there was racial tension and violence throughout the Clark County School District but especially at Rancho. The riots at Rancho led to police clashes, arrests and injuries. By continuing to browse or by clicking I Accept Cookies you agree to the storing of first-party and third-party cookies on your device and consent to the disclosure of your personal information to our third party service providers or advertising partners to optimize your experience, analyze traffic and personalize content. * Noon: At Wilson High School, about 200 students were involved in a racially motivated brawl. This project, touching as it does on issues still very raw and very real for those involved, marks Stan Armstrong's bravest and most . In the next hour, two more assaults occur in the neighborhood. * 3:30 p.m.: About 100 people, mostly teens, went on a rock-throwing spree, breaking windows at Vons supermarket at 10th Street and Long Beach Boulevard. Clark County recently hosted a panel discussion about the Rancho High School riots during the turbulent years of 1968 to 1974 with a focus on the Class of. Buildings and other structures that comprised the property are gone after Station Casinos said last summer it would demolish the property. * Evening: Ten buildings burned and four people were assaulted in sporadic rioting in central and north Long Beach. Forty years after the tumultuous season of race riots that spread like wildfire through Rancho High School in Las Vegas, Nevada, the participants on all sides of the cultural divide come together for a frank and often controversial look back at what happened when the social strife of the early 1970's came home to roost in the suburbs of the After the campus was completed, construction began on a new artificial turf football field and track. The teen, who police say was driving 63 mph in a 35 mph zone, pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor count in the North Las Vegas crash. As part of Black History Month, Armstrong discussed parallels between then and now of race relations along with former Rancho students who experienced the riots firsthand. on the Internet. Menu. * 9:04 p.m.: Looters sacked Pic N Save at 7th Street and Junipero Avenue. (To be released Fall 2013). "Hopefully people will learn from the past." Armstrong, who is black, and his classmates visited the school Thursday for a showing of the 2012 documentary, "The Rancho High School Riots," which. Sixteen schools on the westside and North Las Vegas were closed because of the riot. Forty years after the tumultuous season of race riots that spread like wildfire through Rancho High School in Las Vegas, Nevada, the participants on all sides of the cultural divide come tog Read allForty years after the tumultuous season of race riots that spread like wildfire through Rancho High School in Las Vegas, Nevada, the participants on all sides of the cultural divide come together for a frank and often controversial look back at what happened when the social strif Read allForty years after the tumultuous season of race riots that spread like wildfire through Rancho High School in Las Vegas, Nevada, the participants on all sides of the cultural divide come together for a frank and often controversial look back at what happened when the social strife of the early 1970's came home to roost in the suburbs of the entertainment capital of th Read all. It was erected on the site of the old football field. The first production was simply called, \"Invisible Las Vegas,\" which focused on the history of segregation in Las Vegas.\r\r\"The Rancho High School Riots\" is produced by Desert Rose Productions with Running Daugs Production and debuted on CCTV Feb. 1. Six students were treated for cuts and bruises. African American History: Research Guides & Websites, Global African History: Research Guides & Websites, African American Scientists and Technicians of the Manhattan Project, Envoys, Diplomatic Ministers, & Ambassadors, https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/when-las-vegas-westside-boiled-over-after-rodney-king-verdicts-in-1992/, https://lasvegassun.com/news/1997/apr/30/rioting-led-to-changes-in-west-las-vegas/, https://www.nytimes.com/1992/05/19/us/after-the-riots-mob-violence-continues-in-las-vegas.html, http://articles.latimes.com/1992-05-02/news/mn-1292_1_north-las-vegas, Foundation, Organization, and Corporate Supporters. BlackPast.org is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and our EIN is 26-1625373. But outside forces created this cauldron.. County prosecutors filed felony charges against 106 people. More people joined in as the crowd reached Anaheim Street. Anthony Castrejons big smile and boyish looks earned him the nickname Pretty Boy. Police said the man chose a Black family at random and almost ran them over with his car. That same year, the marching band, wind ensemble, and jazz band traveled to Canon City, Colorado and participated in the Canon City Blossom Festival, where they earned the sweepstakes award for its ensemble entries in the competition. Actor Antonio Fargas, who narrated a documentary about the riots that is also being aired on CCTV, participated as well. Sixteen schools on the westside and North Las Vegas were closed because of the riot. Two dozen people were injured during the riot which briefly spread to North Las Vegas. A grand jury indicted three North Las Vegas people whom prosecutors say abused a teenage girl and another victim for almost seven years. * 6 a.m.: Fire officials reported blazes in seven buildings. The conflict was touched off after protesters attempted a peaceful march down Fremont Street. Born in San Francisco, California on September 26, Stan Armstrong would move back and forth from there to Las Vegas, Nevada, his eventual home where he would graduate from high school in the turbulent 1970's (the subject for his most stunning documentary, the hard-hitting "The Rancho High School Riots"). In 2019, the brass & woodwind choir along with the clarinet choir were invited to perform in the prestigious Midwest Clinic in Chicago, IL. From 1967 to 1974, riots happened once or twice a year, according to the documentary. And they divided the diverse student body at the working class school. You didnt dare turn down because your friends would call you a coward, Armstrongs classmate, Terry Davis, said about the fighting. Uploaded by Even the non-fighters had to fight, or youd be pummeled.. Since 2008, the band program at Rancho High School has gone through a renaissance under the leadership of the band director Clinton Williams, and the principal Dr. James Kuzma. * Noon: At Wilson High School, about 200 . * 9:37 p.m.: Danica furniture store at Burnett Street and Long Beach Boulevard began burning after several hours of looting. Typewriters were thrown. Construction was completed in 2007. The National Guard didnt arrive until the next day. Forego a bottle of soda and donate its cost to us for the information you just learned, and feel good about helping to make it available to everyone. Harried fire and police officials were receiving one call a minute for units to respond to fires, shootings and assaults. on October 19, 2017. Known For Vegas in Tune Producer (2010) Native Americans of the Civil War Cinematographer (2006) The Rancho High School Riots Cinematographer (2012) Hide all | | Edit Filmography Jump to: Cinematographer | Producer Hide Cinematographer (2 credits) 2012 The Rancho High School Riots (TV Movie documentary) Some 90 blazes were set which included both buildings and cars. AFTERMATH OF THE RIOTS : The Violence Started in Long Beach Even Before the Verdicts Were Announced . Purchase Rancho High School Riots and Invisible Las Vegas - Part 1 for a limited time at a discounted price: Purchase Invisible Las Vegas - Parts 1 & 2 for a limited time at a discounted price: Black Confederates: The Forgotten Men in Gray (2001). Search the history of over 797 billion COLUMBUS, Ohio A violent fight between students at Westland High School in Columbus was caught on camera last month. More replays will be scheduled throughout February with the schedule available at www.ClarkCountyNV.gov. 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