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Behind the Scope: Meet LexScope

Award winning artist and film festival programmer, founder of his own production company, 100 million views and counting through platforms such as Instagram and YouTube, in addition to partnering with companies like Alaska Airlines, Reebok, and Nordstroms. LexScope has made an impressive imprint in the creative art field, and continues to expand his brand since its founding dating back to 2010.

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Mayor Harrell, Alongside Community Leaders, Honored Gun Violence Victims at New Memorial Garden Located in MLK Jr. Park

On Friday, June 7th, Mayor Bruce Harrell, city officials, and community leaders reflected on the recent surge in gun violence and commemorated a new garden in memory of victims of gun violence at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park. This event comes in the wake of a shooting at Garfield High School, where 17-year-old Amarr Murphy-Paine was shot and killed while attempting to break up a fight between the shooter and another person.

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Championing Change: Ernest Walker Talks his Journey, HIV Advocacy, and POCAAN's Impact on We Live In Color

Deaunte Damper returns with another inspiring episode of We Live In Color, featuring Ernest Walker, the Programs Director for People of Color Against AIDS Network (POCAAN). POCAAN, a King County-based organization, is dedicated to serving marginalized communities impacted by HIV/AIDS through prevention and awareness. In this segment, Walker shares his background and the impactful initiatives POCAAN is undertaking to support the community.

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Leading the Charge: Rodney McCurry on coaching the Seattle Majestics and the WNFC’s Expansion

On this segment of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomes Rodney McCurry, Head Football Coach and Board Member for the Seattle Majestics. The Majestics are one of the premier teams in women's American football, competing in the Women's National Football Conference (WNFC). During the interview, McCurry shares his journey from his early days to his current role in coaching women's football and his vision for the future of the Seattle Majestics and the WNFC.

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Community Unity: How Panther Lake Elementary and BEC are Shaping the Future

Recently, Converge Media producer Curtis Delgardo II and Central District’s very own recording artist, Mafi D, teamed up with the Black Equality Coalition and students from Panther Lake Elementary to create an anthem for the 4th and 5th grade Unstoppable Coaching Program. This powerful partnership highlights the incredible impact of community and shared purpose.

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PHOTOS: Towers of Tomorrow Comes to MOHAI

Get ready to be immersed in a land of LEGO Bricks as Seattle’s Museum of History & Industry hosts the Towers of Tomorrow pop-up exhibit. The exhibit features astonishing skyscrapers from North America, Asia and Australia constructed in breathtaking architectural detail by Ryan McNaught, one of only 21 LEGO® Certified Professionals in the world.

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LANGSTON's Sadiqua Iman Talks Latest Highlights: Upcoming Events and Community Programs

Sadiqua Iman, Program Director at LANGSTON, recently joined Trae Holiday on "The Day With Trae" to discuss the organization's latest events and programs. Starting the segment, Iman highlighted the Learn at Langston comedy classes, which are nearing the end of their current session but are expected to return soon.

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PHOTOS: Honoring Our Black Wall Streets: A Powerful Mixer and Chat in Seattle's Central District

Influential names in Seattle's Black business community gathered at Byrd Barr Place for Africatown Community Land Trust’s Building Black Wall Street Mixer and Chat. Hosted by Debrena Jackson Gandy and keynoted by Lewis Rudd of Ezell’s Famous Chicken, the event included a panel of successful Black entrepreneurs

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Black Wall Street Mixer + Chat 2024

Some of the most respected names in Seattle’s Black business community came together last week at Byrd Barr Place in the #CentralDistrict for Africatown Community Land Trust’s Building Black Wall Street Mixer + Chat. The mixer was hosted by author Debrena Jackson Gandy and keynoted by Central District business icon Lewis Rudd, co-founder of Ezell’s Famous Chicken.

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Host of Back2Besa Besa Gordon Gets Personal About Living With Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW)

Written by Besa Gordon: So, about my skin these days, part two. When I recorded this episode earlier in the week, I would be lying if I said I was not ready to throw in the towel because I felt awful that day. My skin was dry, cracking, burning, and flaking really bad. But, the show must go on, as some would say. I thought it was important to just really put it out there and show you guys, in real-time, what's truly going on with me and why I've been wearing sleeves even when it's warm outside. Because honestly…

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6 Pride Month Events Happening In Seattle You Should Know About

Pride Month, celebrated every June, commemorates the Stonewall Riots of 1969, a pivotal event in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. On June 28, 1969, police raided the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in New York City, sparking spontaneous protests and clashes that lasted for days. These events galvanized the LGBTQ+ community and ignited a broader movement for civil rights.

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The Rhythm of Resilience: The History of Black Music in Seattle

The elusive “Seattle Sound” is not merely a singular genre or style; rather, it's a complex amalgamation of diverse musical influences and histories layered over more than a century. This sonic tapestry has been woven by the hands and voices of countless musicians, each contributing their own unique story and perspective to the city's musical narrative.

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PHOTOS: The Summer of Soul Series and Black Wall Street Market 2024

On Monday, Africantown Community Land Trust held its annual Black Wall Street Market, which is part of the Summer of Soul Series. This year’s event brought life to the streets of 23rd and Jackson, where over 100 Black businesses gathered to celebrate and honor the rich history of thriving Black commercial centers throughout the country. T

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