Today on Rewind With Besa, Besa Gordon catches up with Joy Hollingsworth, who is a Seattle City Council Candidate running for District 3. In this interview, Besa talks with Joy about why running for District 3 is important to her, plus what residents can expect if she wins.

On Thursday, February 16th 2023, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Seattle Center, in partnership with WorkSource, is hosting a job fair as they look to increase staffing by 22% over the next two years. This event provides a unique opportunity for job seekers to connect with employers, gain insight into open positions, and learn more about the Seattle Center culture.

Manima Wilson Davis was born in Everett, WA in 1886, Washington was not yet a state. Her father and mother, Samuel and Arminta Wilson were known for their community activism and Manima would follow in their footsteps in years to come. She graduated from Everett High School in 1907 and went on to attain a bachelor’s degree in education at the University of Washington where she is believed to be the first Black woman graduate from the UW.

From Ox Tails to Brisket to Burnt Ends and Ribs, Lil Red's Catering & Takeout has barbecue staples as well as Jamaican food and Soul food. Owner Erasto "Red" Jackson said he’s proud to bring delicious food to the community, providing an outlet for barbecue and soul food lovers in South Seattle and beyond.

Local business Boon Boona coffee is hosting the grand opening for their newest location on Monday at 10 am at the University of Washington’s University Book Store. Located at the site previously occupied by The Book Store Cafe, Boon Boona will serve their African specialty coffee to a broader community.

ANOTHER ONE! Today Besa Gordon took to her social media to announce her newest radio slots, one happens to be right here in the PNW over at JAM’N 107.5 (Saturdays 3pm-7pm,) and the other one is in Fresno California on B95 (Saturdays 2pm-7pm.)

Seattle Attorney Sadé A. Smith joined The Day With Trae to talk with host Trae Holiday about the Michael Rowland case and the issues in the King County Jail. The case, which she previously discussed on HeartBeat With Cindi Bright, centers around the death of Michael Rowland at the King County Jail, where Mr. Rowland was pinned down by officers and later found dead in his cell.

On May 22, 1942, fourteen representatives from various Central District organizations in the East Madison neighborhoods met with administrators at the Office of the Civilian War Commission to discuss the forming of a committee to establish and maintain a Branch of the Service Men’s Club for the convenience of Black soldiers.

Following a recent “triumph with the emotionally trenchant Blue” (Oregon ArtsWatch), Seattle Opera is doubling down on its commitment to champion new American opera and bring today’s stories to the opera stage. On February 25, 2023, McCaw Hall will host the world premiere of A Thousand Splendid Suns, written by composer Sheila Silver and librettist Stephen Kitsakos, based on the gripping novel by Khaled Hosseini.

Last night, Cindi Bright hosted a debate about I-135, an initiative which aims to create social housing for artists and other low income residents. The initiative is the only item on the ballot for February 14th’s special election.

Central Cafe and Juice Bar is serving up scratch-made healthy food items in the Central District. Located next to Garfield High School, owner and Garfield alumn Bridgette Johnson says it’s her mission to provide the community and especially students with healthy and delicious food options.

WEIRD at NIGHT is a weekly live stream featuring music, painting, poetry, dancing and surreal comedy.  The show is hosted by Patrick Galactic, a musician and performer, who is joined by a large cast featuring some incredible artists who contribute to our ongoing storylines each week.

Right next door to Hatback Bar & Grille and Steelheads Alley, the Seattle Mariners announced an expansion of the current complex to create the “Boxyard.” The building will host the two current entities as well as “Victory Hall,” a gathering spot for games and other occasions, as well as an EL1 Sports + Mariners Training Center.

Russell S. Gideon (1904-1985) and Lillian Morris Gideon (1907-2006) were husband and wife, business owners, civic advocates, philanthropists, and principled pillars of the Central District community. They came to Seattle in 1946 and quickly found their way. The Gideon’s bought a drug store at 22nd Avenue and E Madison Street and operated it until 1963. Gideon’s Drug Store met pharmaceutical needs and had a very popular soda fountain.

t was an evening of strong opinions on what to do about violence at Seattle schools during a student-led discussion at Roosevelt High School on the second day of Black Lives Matter at School Week.

“There is no system of police that is not racist. There is no institution of police that is not racist. That is not classes, that is not ablest,” said Alexis Mburu, a Foster High School Senior.

“Fitness, spirituality, and energy are important things in our community, and the time is now to focus on doing what we can to live a longer life,” - Najee Ladd-Ali, owner of Flyabove Athletics.

It was time to pour up at Arte Noir as the gallery hosted a tasting of some of 23rd Ave Brewery's best-selling beers. The event continued to affirm Arte Noir's commitment to holding and creating space for Black creators and business owners, which Executive Director Jazmyn Scott is proud of.

“We’re setting a vibe and it’s feeling good,” is how Estelita’s Library Co-Founder Edwin Lindo described the Seattle Urban Book Expo book drive at The Station on Saturday, which featured a book drive for children's and young adult books featuring BIPOC characters and written by BIPOC authors.

The BHS archives hold items of The Craven Family who are an early pioneering Black family rooted in Roslyn and Seattle, WA. The souvenir t-shirt and boxing gloves belong to Wesley “Wes” Craven.