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Michael Dixon on Advocating for Youth Safety

On a recent episode of The Day with Trae, guest host Deaunte Damper welcomed Michael Dixon, a School Safety Specialist and long-time community advocate, to discuss the pressing issue of youth safety in Seattle. As a seasoned expert with deep roots in community activism, Dixon shared his perspectives on the current state of public safety and emphasized the importance of involving youth in decision-making processes.

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Dylan O’Connor and Karyn Brownson Discuss Gun Safety and Advocacy on 'The Day with Trae'

Recently on a special 100 Days of Action episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday interviewed Dylan O'Connor, Government Affairs Director at the Alliance for Gun Responsibility, and Karyn Brownson, Director of Training at the Youth Suicide Prevention Program. Trae discusses the City of Seattle and her direct support of King County’s 100 Days of Action to Combat Gun Violence campaign.

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KD Hall Discusses the Importance of Sickle Cell Awareness and Advocacy

On a special edition of The Day with Trae, guest host Deaunte Damper sat down with KD Hall, Executive Director of the KD Hall Foundation, to discuss the impactful work her foundation has been doing in the community, especially around sickle cell advocacy. The interview, aired on "Feel Good Friday," highlighted the importance of awareness, education, and action regarding sickle cell anemia, a condition that predominantly affects Black and African American communities.

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Revitalizing the Central District: Shaude’ Moore on the Future of the McKinney Center

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday and welcomed, Shaude’ Moore, CEO of the Central District Community Preservation and Development Authority (CDCPDA), discussed exciting developments at the McKinney Center for Community & Economic Development (MCCED). Located in Seattle’s historic Central District, the McKinney Center serves as a hub for community and economic empowerment.

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The Griot Party and Seeds to Garden Resource Fair: Giving Youth A Voice Through Art

The Griot Party’s Seeds to Garden Project Resource Fair and Talent Youth Talent Showcase showed the power of youth and community collaboration. This event, a partnership between the Griot Party Experience, Pierce County Human Services, Berkeley 25, and the local community, aimed to provide a platform for young talents to shine while addressing the challenges faced by today's youth.

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Building Community Safety from Within: Mark Rivers on Empowering Youth and Partnerships at Community Passageways

Last week on a special 100 Days of Action episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday interviewed Mark Rivers, the Deputy Director of Community Safety at Community Passageways. He shared insights about his role and the organization's impactful work. Rivers, who has been with Community Passageways for nearly a year, leads the community violence prevention efforts, overseeing both the critical incident responders and outreach teams.

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Interview with Violence Intervention Specialists on "The Day with Trae"

Last week on a special 100 Days of Action episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday interviewed Paul Carter and Tarrell Harrison Jr., Violence Intervention Prevention Specialists from Harborview Medical Center. They shared their experiences working with victims of gun violence and their families at Harborview, providing critical support in a time of crisis.

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Jamoni Owens Speaks on Youth Mentorship and Community Involvement

In a 100 Days of Action interview on The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday sat down with Jamoni Owens to discuss the importance of youth involvement in community initiatives. Owens, a product of the South Seattle area, shared his personal experiences and insights on building relationships with young people and fostering positive change.

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Beautiful Awakenings Spa: A Haven of Tranquility and Rejuvenation

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed Jamila April Johnson, a licensed massage therapist, Esthetician and founder of Beautiful Awakenings spa. This spa offers a unique blend of therapeutic services and special events, all designed to promote self-love and holistic healing.  

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Urban Family's 100 Days of Peace: A Community-Based Approach to Youth Violence Prevention

Last week in a special episode of The Day with Trae, Shantel Patu, co-founder of Urban Family, shared the inspiration behind their organization's work with youth and families. "We kept seeing so much of the pain in the youth that we were serving from the pain in ourselves," Patu explained. "That sense of neglect and lack of parenting, lack of feeling loved from others, from family members."

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Championing Change: Deaunte Damper's Vision for Community Safety and Accountability

Last week on a special 100 Days of Action episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday interviewed Deaunte Damper, a dedicated advocate and host with Converge Media, to discuss his pivotal role in the 100 Days of Action campaign. Damper's work, grounded in a deep commitment to community safety and accountability, underscores the urgency of addressing gun violence and its impact on youth.

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Black Business Leadership Conference: Igniting and Inspiring Growth

For the third year in a row, Lewis Rudd, Co-Founder and CEO of Ezell’s Famous Chicken, presented the Black Business Leadership Conference, also known as the BBLC, on the University of Washington campus in Seattle. This vital event united a diverse assembly of black business owners, educators, and resource providers. This year's theme, "Ignite and Inspire," focused on fostering growth and success within the black business community.

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Aces beat Storm 85-72, snapping four-game win streak

In the final regular season home game that the Seattle Storm played in 2024, the team fell to the Las Vegas Aces without two all-stars in Jewell Loyd and Ezi Magbegor. The Storm hosted the Aces in what will likely be a first round WNBA playoffs matchup, and held their own until very late in the fourth quarter.

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Self Awareness Is Key, Ask Priest Mastersson

Born on the military base Fort Lewis, Priest Mastersson understands the level of discipline it takes to be good at anything but as easy as it sounds, was not as smooth as it went. Growing up and dealing with bullying in elementary school and being in the foster care system, Mastersson always was infatuated and connected to music, with that he found his calling when he was gifted hundreds of tapes whether it was Run DMC, Beethoven, or Metallica the list goes on.

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Fat’s Chicken and Waffles: A Soul Food Haven in the Central District

Fat's Chicken and Waffles, a beloved soul food restaurant in the Central District of Seattle, has been serving up delicious, soulful dishes since 2015. Inspired by the rich culinary traditions of New Orleans, Fat's Chicken and Waffles offers a menu that speaks to the soul, featuring classics like chicken and waffles, catfish, red beans, and collard greens.

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