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Sixteen Years of Style: David Jefferson and Stackin Kickz Make Waves in Rose City Streetwear
David Jefferson, the visionary founder of Stackin Kickz in Portland, Oregon has been making major waves in the Rose City’s streetwear culture for sixteen years. The Converge Media crew, including producer Juma Blaq and photographer Dean Bechard, recently linked up with Jefferson to capture his impeccable aesthetic and incredible journey.
The Unifying Force: How the Black History Month Market Built Community in Tigard
The second annual Black History Month Market and Celebration, held recently at The Practice Facility in Tigard, Oregon, was an energizing showcase of Black commerce, culture, and community in the Pacific Northwest. Organized by Converge Media producer Juma Blaq, the event was a deliberate effort to shine a light on Black excellence in an area often overlooked.
A Northwest Icon Honored: DJ O.G. ONE Day Officially Proclaimed in the Rose City
On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, the atmosphere inside Portland City Hall shifted from civic routine to a celebration of culture. In a powerful and long-awaited moment, the Portland City Council officially recognized the life, career, and community impact of David Jackson—better known to the world as DJ O.G. ONE—by proclaiming November 30 as “DJ O.G. ONE Day.”
PHOTOS: Portland’s Black History Month Market Fosters Unity, Culture, and Commerce
Unapologetic Black excellence defined the energy of the 2nd Annual Black History Month Market & Celebration in Tigard, Oregon, centering unity, culture, and commerce in the greater Portland area.
Portland’s Annual Black History Month Market & Celebration Is Back for Year Two
Get ready to celebrate community, culture, and Black excellence at the 2nd Annual Black History Month Market & Celebration in Portland, Oregon. Join organizer Juma Blaq for an unforgettable Sunday afternoon packed with family fun, food, and incredible talent. This year is set to be bigger and better than ever, featuring a stacked entertainment lineup and a chance to support Black-owned businesses and farmers from across Oregon.
