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Back2Besa Spotlights Seattle Golf Legend Bill Wright in Upcoming Episode

Besa Gordon joined Good Day Seattle host Erin Mayovsky to give a preview of this week's episode of Back2Besa, which focuses on the legacy of local golf legend Bill Wright. The episode highlights the recent renaming of Jefferson Golf Course to the Bill Wright Golf Complex, a testament to Wright's efforts to break down barriers and promote inclusivity in the sport. 

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Creative Justice Giveback Gets Youth Ready For School

Last week, Besa Gordon checked in from the Creative Justice Back To School Giveback at Washington Hall. The event featured donations of clothing, school supplies, shoes and more as kids got ready to head back to school for the 2023-24 school year.

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Nikita Mathis and Platinum Plush Fashions: 21 years of commitment to community

Nikita Mathis, the owner of Platinum Plush Fashions and a pillar in Seattle’s Black business community stopped by #FeelGoodFriday with Trae Holiday to update us on how she and her business faired through the pandemic. Platinum Plush Fashions, now in its 21st year has been an example of longevity and savvy business acumen on the behalf of Mathis who has had to innovate and adapt over the years in dealing with issues of displacement of Seattle’s Black community, years-long construction in front of her business, and of course COVID. Through it all Mathis has made sure that Platinum Plush Fashions has continued to provide unique and trendy apparel for our community and beyond.

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Love Is Dope: How BP Parker and Eric George are uplifting community through their BP Brand

The BP Brand has rocketed into the Black Media Matters Studio last week for #FeelGoodFriday with Trae Holiday. Founder of The BP Brand, Brandon ‘BP’ Parker, and his partner, Eric George, came to spread the word that “Love is Dope.” These two launched this clothing brand with the purpose to inspire youth around the world. There is no better way to spread a movement than with shirts, hats, and a message that reinvigorates the soul.

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Antonesha Jackson’s Exclusive Boutique is where stylish fashion and body positivity fit perfectly

Antonesha Jackson, Owner of Exclusive Boutique, is all about making people as fashionable as possible. Exclusive Boutique has unique clothing and styles that have been known to turn heads not only in the Emerald City but across the country. Jackson, a beloved community member, spoke on #FeelGoodFriday today about Exclusive Boutique, events, and how to uplift small business owners.

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