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KD Hall on the Launch of Her Upcoming Talk Show 'Conversations with KD Hall' on KING 5

KD Hall, a businesswoman, Emmy-nominated filmmaker, and the founder of The KD Hall Foundation, is airing the inaugural episode of her new talk show, Conversations with KD Hall, this Saturday on KING 5. With Newport High School 11th-grader Portia Polo joining as her junior cohost, Hall's show will bring audiences an array of compelling stories and discussions with various guests. Highlighting local and global issues, Conversations with KD Hall delves into numerous topics, from sports and women to health and wellness, all areas Hall has worked in for the entirety of her career.

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The Pulse of Portland: A Look Inside the City's Vibrant Nighttime

On a buzzing Friday night, Portland's Roseland Theater was the epicenter of an electrifying atmosphere, hosting a sold-out concert featuring the legendary Too Short and Portland's very own Cool Nutz. The lineup was stellar, with Mikey Vegas, Juma Blaq, DJ Fatboy, and Bad Habit setting the stage on fire, creating an unforgettable night for the city's live music aficionados.

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Shakin’ hands: Jordan Eberle signs two-year extension with Seattle Kraken hours ahead of NHL trade deadline 

Just hours ahead of the NHL’s trade deadline, amid conflicting reports about his future, Seattle Kraken forward and alternate captain Jordan Eberle signed a two-year extension that will likely see his playing career finish in the Pacific Northwest. The Kraken keep a producing winger and valuable veteran leader in their locker room for what should be Eberle’s final years.

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PHOTOS - VIBE BINGO RnB + Hip-Hop Night

Last Saturday, Vibe Bingo took over Auburn for their RnB + HipHop edition as a line wrapped around the block with guests excited to play the classic game while catching up with friends and listening to their favorite R&B and Hip-Hop music. The event is taking back the stigma of Bingo not being “cool” while creating a fun and electric environment for locals to come out and have a good time.

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PHOTOS - CHAMPIONS OF CHANGE + DIGNITY FOR DIVAS + ONE LOVE FRIDGE/PANTRY PROGRAM LAUNCH

Last month, Dignity for Divas celebrated a ribbon cutting in partnership with Champions of Change and One Love that launched a fridge and pantry program at the Diva Dream Academy in South Lake Union. — One Love utilized Champions of Change funding to purchase the necessary equipment to install the fridge and pantry needed for Dignity for Divas to nourish the families they serve, which will be stocked by Feeding Feasible Feast. PHOTOS: Adrian Sims - Create and Blend

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Intiman Theatre Unveil Their March Showcases on The Day With Trae

Earlier this week, Jennifer Zeyl, the Artistic Director of Intiman Theatre, joined Trae Holiday on The Day With Trae to unveil the exciting lineup of events for March. These events are part of the Share the Love, a peer-to-peer, crowdsourced campaign to raise $50,000 for Intiman's 50th anniversary. This month, on Wednesdays, the 13th, 20th, and 27th, the Theatre will present three showcases highlighting artist responsibility during revolution and political strife. Zeyl emphasized her position as the Artistic Director when choosing productions for Intiman Theatre.

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Breaking Borders: Seattle Artists Participate in Mexico City Art Week

Seattle artists are making impacts around the world. Recently, a group travelled to Mexico City for Mexico Art Week, a yearly event which brings together artists from all over the world to showcase their work. Led by Seattle artist Soulma Ayers, the group installed their work at Progreso #69.

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PHOTOS - Reign Of Style 2024 - Susan Fried

The Annual Northwest Reign Of Style Hair Show & Competition occurred last weekend at the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. The Reign of Style Provides Barbers, Stylists, And Cosmetology Schools The Opportunity To Display Their Vast Talents In Different Categories, For MUA’s, Locs, Braids, Barbers And More . Along With The Show & Competition, Educational Classes Are Offered, As Well As Vendor And Exhibit Spaces. - Photos by Seattle photographer Susan Fried.

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PHOTOS - Reign Of Style 2024 - Jordan Somers

The Annual Northwest Reign Of Style Hair Show & Competition occurred last weekend at the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. The Reign of Style Provides Barbers, Stylists, And Cosmetology Schools The Opportunity To Display Their Vast Talents In Different Categories, For MUA’s, Locs, Braids, Barbers And More . Along With The Show & Competition, Educational Classes Are Offered, As Well As Vendor And Exhibit Spaces. - Photos by Seattle photographer Jordan Somers.

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The Seattle Project and Velocity Dance Center present Here Because, an exhibition celebrating Seattle’s Dance Community

On March 8th and 9th, The Seattle Project and Velocity Dance Center will present their newest showcase, Here Because. This production will feature an array of voices, films, and performances from Seattle's thriving dance community. Amanda Morgan, a prominent Pacific Northwest dancer and co-founder of The Seattle Project alongside Zane Ellis, underscores the driving force behind this exhibition.

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New era, similar showings: Fishlock and Balcer score to lead Reign to preseason victory over Huskies 

In a fun meeting of future and past, the Seattle Reign FC and University of Washington women's soccer team played a preseason friendly that saw the Reign come out victorious with a 2-1 scoreline. 4 former Huskies featured against Washington for the Reign, including Shae Holmes, who played against her sister Jace.

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Jenefeness Franke talks BOBE and Supporting Black Owned Businesses Throughout Washington State

Jenefeness Franke, the Executive Officer of Black Owned Business Excellence (BOBE), recently joined Trae Holiday on "The Day With Trae" to discuss BOBE's collaborations with minority-owned businesses statewide to provide support and elevate them onto a broader platform.

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SDOT’s Christine Alar Spotlights Latest Advancements in Transit and Road Safety Along Rainier Ave

On this segment of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday sat down with Christine Alar, a Senior Transportation Planner for the Seattle Department Of Transportation (SDOT), to discuss SDOT's Rainier Ave S Bus Lane Project and the implementation of safety measures throughout the corridor.

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Dr. Margaret Towolawi Discusses Healthier Living and Her Book, 'Ayomide and Seyi's Kitchen'

Joining Trae Holiday on The Day With Trae is Dr. Margaret Towolawi, a physician and the founder and director of both the Nurture Well Center, a direct primary care practice, and SkinStatMD, a dermatology clinic where she specializes in lifestyle medicine. With a background in general practice and obstetrics, she now focuses on a newer approach to healthcare. Her work in lifestyle medicine focuses on six components: Plant-based nutrition, stress reduction, healthy sleep, exercise, reduction of substances such as alcohol and tobacco, and maintaining and building social connections to prevent, treat, and reverse disease. 

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