Following last night’s overtime loss to the Edmonton Oilers and ahead of tonight’s contest against the New York Islanders, the second game of a back-to-back, the Seattle Kraken had an optional morning skate that had a limited turnout up at the Kraken Community Iceplex.

Have you heard of Beau Legs Fish and Chips in Lacey, Washington? The family-owned restaurant has been serving the community for the last 15 years and is going strong. Serving staples like jambalaya, grits, gumbo and more, Beau Legs uses family recipes to bring soul food to Lacey.

Central District business owners, community leaders and residents gathered once again on Tuesday to meet about public safety concerns in the area following recent violence.

Recently, Award-Winning Radio Host on Mjini FM in Tanzania and Author of The Life In My Men Abby Plaatjes travelled to Seattle, Washington to spend time exploring the Pacific Northwest and promote her book.

One of Seattle’s most iconic poets hosted a book reading and signing event at Cultural Art Gallery and Event Space TASWIRA last week. Rajnii Eddins, founder of The Poetry Experience, shared words from his book ‘In The Coded Language Of This Mortal Tongue’ amongst an audience of artists, friends, and fans.

The Vida Agency (TVA), trailblazers in social impact marketing, announced today the launch of Shatter + Forge™, a groundbreaking model for community engagement. Shatter + Forge is a new and better way for companies, government agencies, and community organizations to gather feedback from diverse communities by connecting their voices to the projects and policies directly affecting them.

Recently, Besa Gordon headed down the I-5 corridor to the Rose City to tap in with some of the folks who make it special. While there, she hit up the Moda Center for a Trailblazers game and linked up with her good friend DJ OG One.

On Saturday, Seattle welcomed another Black-owned business to the city. Intentions Juice and Smoothie Cafe opened their brand new location in South Lake Union with an outpouring of community support.

Last week on Back2Besa, Host Besa Gordon headed to Providence Park in Portland to tap in with Portland Timbers and Thorns FC VP of Community and Social Impact Dr. Robin Beavers, who works to build community through soccer in the Rose City.

The Seattle Kraken showed a solid effort in the first period and got a strong performance from Joey Daccord, but the negatives continue to show up and were especially highlighted against a talented Colorado Avalanche team.

The Seattle Kraken, fresh off a disappointing and frustrating loss to the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday followed up by an intense practice, dropped a dud against the Colorado Avalanche despite a strong first period start for the home side.

Besa Gordon tapped in at the Columbia Tower Club’s SipNShop Art Expo, which featured local artists displaying and selling their work alongside local food and drink options. The event featured a wide variety of art, from painting to sculpture and even candles and gems.

For a third time in their history, the OL Reign have fallen just short of reaching the mountain top. The Reign fall in heartbreaking fashion to NJ/NY Gotham FC in the NWSL Championship, as Megan Rapinoe had to leave the match just five minutes in and the Reign missed numerous opportunities in the second half to equalize.

The Seattle Sounders are moving on to the Western Conference Semifinal following their victory over FC Dallas in the deciding third match of their first round matchup. Sounders midfielder Albert Rusnak continues his hot run of form, and the Seattle defensive unit collects another shutout.

The weather is getting colder, and that means it’s candle season. Besa Gordon took a trip over to Noir Lux  Candle Co. to tap in with Owner and CEO Colina Bruce, who founded the company in her kitchen during the pandemic.

The Black Spiritualist Sierra Jones is bringing her healing skills to the community by hosting sound baths at Inside, a space she owns in Seattle. A certified Reiki Master Teacher and Sound Healer, Jones has been helping people around Seattle find their peace and heal for years.

Burna Boy took center stage at the one and only Climate Pledge Arena right here in the heart of Seattle. The Grammy-winning Nigerian powerhouse brought the heat, blending Afrobeat vibes with reggae, dancehall, and hip-hop, creating a musical experience that transcended borders and brought together a diverse crowd of fans.

Recently, the Seattle Association of Black Journalists hosted their fourth annual Beyond The Byline event which celebrates the impacts of legendary Black Journalists in the city and provides an opportunity for community members and peers to connect and learn.

Saturday marked Elijah Lewis Day in King County, and was an emotional day as community gathered to remember Lewis on what would have been his 24th birthday. The day kicked off with a gathering at Seward Park honoring his life featuring speeches and a vigil. Family members, community leaders, and council member Girmay Zahilay were present.

On this week’s edition of BackstagePass, Back2Besa Host Besa Gordon headed over to Langston Seattle for this year’s KuttNUp Massacre. The Massacre is an annual dance show which has been a staple in the community for over a decade, showcasing crews from all over the city.