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Besa Gordon Spotlights Community and Homeownership in Spokane's East Central Neighborhood on Good Day Seattle
In case you missed it, Besa Gordon stopped by Good Day Seattle to discuss her recent trip to Spokane with Erin Mayovsky. While there, she focused on her visit to the This Is East Central Mural and shared highlights from her trip, such as Latrice Williams' home buyers court graduation, Terrain 15, and her interview with Channing Curtis of KREM2.
PHOTOS: KREM 2 Anchor Channing Curtis on Representation, Mental Health, and Thriving in Spokane
Meet Channing Curtis, a seasoned news anchor at KREM 2 in Spokane, who recently shared her insights and experiences while taping an interview for Back2Besa at Spokane's Kendall Yards. In a conversation with Besa Gordon, Channing opened up about her journey in the news industry, her passion for storytelling, the importance of representation, and the realities of maintaining mental health in a demanding profession.
PHOTOS: Back2Besa Spotlights “This Is East Central Mural” and Community Spirit
A powerful story of community and resilience unfolded as Besa Gordon visited the “This is East Central” mural at the Carl Maxey Center in Spokane.
Back2Besa Hits the Road: Exploring Spokane's Black Community and Vibrant Arts Scene
Get ready to embark on an exciting journey to Spokane, Washington, in the latest episode of Back2Besa! Host Besa Gordon takes you East of the mountains to delve into the heart of the city's thriving Black community, showcasing its rich history, culture, and undeniable resilience.
Latrice Williams is Making an Impact in Spokane Through Real Estate and More
The multi-talented Latrice Williams has not only built one of Spokane's fastest growing Real Estate companies, but she’s also a talented musician, the legislative lead for housing and homeless advocacy for District 4, and an author. Her journey, though, hasn’t been easy. As a formerly incarcerated Black woman, Williams fought her way into the world of corporate real estate firms before realizing it wasn’t for her. She said she felt overlooked and knew that she needed a change.
