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Converge Media Releases Nooksack 306, A New Film Spotlighting the Eviction and Exile of Over 300 Nooksack Tribal Members
Converge Media’s latest film, Nooksack 306, dives into the struggle faced by Indigenous people who are being disenrolled by tribal politicians and threatened with losing their homes and being exiled from their homelands. Filmmakers spoke with members of the group known as the Nooksack 306, who shared the story of their family’s twelve-year political persecution and proclaimed their will to keep fighting.
Zenovia Harris Talks Pioneering Equity and Entrepreneurship in Kent on The Day With Trae
Recently, on The Day with Trae, guest host Deaunte Damper was joined by Zenovia Harris, the Chief Equity Officer of Zenovia Harris Consulting LLC and the first Black CEO of the Kent Chamber of Commerce. Harris shared insights into her upcoming initiatives, her pivotal role within Kent's Chamber of Commerce, and her impactful community work as an entrepreneur.
Sounders split points at home with Whitecaps as Vancouver nets late equalizer on penalty
Despite scoring first and playing like the better club for 90 minutes, the Seattle Sounders FC gave up a late penalty to the Vancouver Whitecaps to end this match in a draw, once again dropping points at home.
PHOTOS: Cool Nutz celebrates birthday party at Alberta St. Pub in Portland, OR.
Portland music industry icon, Cool Nutz, recently took it back to his roots and celebrated his birthday bash at Alberta Street Pub in NE Portland just blocks from his original studio where he started making music years ago. Family, friends, fans, and supporters from across Portland and as far away as Seattle and Eugene all showed up and showed out to literally give the Rose City rap legend his flowers.
Growth, but not the result they want: Storm drop first game of road trip to Lynx in double overtime
The Seattle Storm weren’t able to exact revenge in their rematch against the Minnesota Lynx from the season opener back on Tuesday, as the Lynx pulled away in the second overtime period to deal the Storm the loss despite some strong play late and adjustments made throughout the game.
Immediate reaction: Lynx outlast Storm in double OT thriller, 102-93
In a rematch from the season opener at home on Tuesday, our Seattle Storm fell to the Minnesota Lynx once again despite a late push that forced this game into double overtime. Despite the negative results, Seattle sees growth early into the season.
Jaelynn Scott Talks Leading the Lavender Rights Project and Supporting Seattle's Black Trans Community
Hosted by Deaunte Damper, We Live In Color returned this week with another exciting episode featuring a prominent community leader. This episode featured Jaelynn Scott, Executive Director of the Lavender Rights Project (LRP), a Black trans advocacy group committed to providing safety, resources, and opportunities. Scott delves into her background, journey to becoming the Executive Director of LRP, and the impactful work the organization is undertaking for Seattle's Black Trans community.
Scope Screenings Season 3 Launches with Grand Opener at The Egyptian Theater
Scope Screenings, Seattle’s premier platform for showcasing a diverse array of short films, music videos, and groundbreaking short-form content, is thrilled to announce the launch of its third season. This season’s opening night will take place on Tuesday, June 25, at the legendary Egyptian Theater, a new venue that promises to elevate the cinematic experience for all attendees.
Seattle’s home cooking: Mariners take 5th consecutive series win at home with victory over Royals
In this Seattle Mariners “Series in Review,” Circling Seattle Sports writer Jayd Serdy looks at the teams series win over the Kansas City Royals to close out a six-game homestand.
PHOTOS: Solid Ground’s Anniversary Gala: 50 Years of Transformative Community Service
50 years is a long time, and in Solid Ground’s case, it’s a testament to how long they have been working to eradicate poverty in our greater Seattle community. Last week, Solid Ground celebrated its 50th Anniversary Gala, reflecting on the impactful work done over the years and the stories of those they have helped.
Immediate reaction: Seattle Storm drop season opener to Minnesota Lynx, 83-70
The Seattle Storm dropped their 2024 season opener to the Minnesota Lynx, 83-70, as Seattle was unable to generate any consistent offense in the second half and the Lynx used their toughness to take advantage.
All Elite Wrestling’s Nick Wayne Promotes Dynamite Coming to Angle Of The Winds Arena on Back2Besa
It’s not a secret that host of Back2Besa, Besa Gordon, loves wresting, so with All Elite Wrestling bringing Dynamite to Angle Of The Winds Arena tomorrow (5/15/2024), it should be no surprise that she sat down with AEW’s Nick Wayne in an interview that lasted nearly 40 minutes where they talk about everything from, how Nick got into wrestling, getting his AEW contract, his feud with Swerve Strickland, joining Christian Cage, why he betrayed Darby Allin, if he would ever turn on Christian Cage for a title shot and more.
Pastor Jermell Witherspoon Talks His Journey to Overseeing LUCC's Ministry on We Live In Color
In the second episode of the second season of "We Live in Color," host Deaunte Damper welcomed Jermell Witherspoon, a pastor from the Liberation United Church of Christ (LUCC), renowned for its radical progressivism within the Pentecostal tradition. This segment delves into Witherspoon's poignant journey from his formative years grappling with his sexuality in a religious environment to discovering his calling as a pastor. With heartfelt sincerity, he emphasizes the impact of LUCC's inclusive ethos on the community it serves, underscoring a commitment to acceptance and empowerment.
NAAM's Juneteenth Celebration: 16 Years of Cultivating Community and Culture
Kizha Davidson joined guest host Deaunte Damper to talk about NAAM, the Northwest African American Museum. Davidson has been a NAAM Board Member for two and a half years, yet even before that she always had the museum on her mind, as this is NAAM’s 16th anniversary year.
B.U.I.L.D. Celebrates a Decade of Brotherhood and Community Impact
Recently, on The Day with Trae, André Franklin joined guest host Deaunte Damper to talk about B.U.I.L.D., Brothers United In Leadership Development. Franklin is a founding member of B.U.I.L.D., a grassroots organization with the vision that Black men are empowered leaders and mentors who make positive change in our community by instilling pride, hope, perseverance in Black men.
Besa Gives Recommendations for Eat What You Want Day on Good Day Seattle
Tomorrow is Eat What You Want Day and during Besa's appearance on FOX 13's Good Day Seattle, Besa Gordon previewed the Eat What You Want segment and talked about a few places you can go to eat well.
State of the Mariners – May 10th, 2024
In a new series Circling Seattle Sports will be doing, writer Brittany Wisner takes a look at the state of the Seattle Mariners currently: where the teams hitting and pitching sits, what the trends are, and what you can expect coming up.
Deaunte Damper Brings Focus On Mental Health To The Day With Trae As Special Guest Host
This week on The Day With Trae has seen guest host Deaunte Damper bring a new energy to the show. Featuring guests like Pastor Leslie Braxton, Dré Franklin, Malik Banks and Michelle McClendon, Damper has brought his signature style to the airwaves as he shares important information.
America Made Me a Black Man: Author Boyah Farah's Journey from Somalia to America
Originally from Somalia, Farah has seen war, he has seen refugee camps, and he came to this country getting chased by war. He landed in a small Boston-suburb, the only African there. For Farah there are two Americas. The America that Farah watched on TV while he was at a refugee camp, this America, Farah looked at as a metaphorical heaven.