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Telitha Floyd: Providing Direct Residential Services Through PK Management

In a recent interview on The Day with Trae, Telitha Floyd, a social services coordinator for the property management company PK Management, shared her inspiring approach to bringing resources directly to residents. She emphasized the importance of creating a sense of belonging within communities and the transformative power of direct services for residents lacking family support and adequate finances.

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Food With Melanin: Besa Gordon Previews Chef Trey Lamont’s New Series on Good Day Seattle

Besa Gordon joined Good Day Seattle this morning to preview the first episode of Chef Trey Lamont’s new series Food With Melanin, launching in early 2026. Uplifting the history behind local kitchens, the Jerk Shack Kitchen chef is all about giving Black chefs their flowers and bringing their stories to the forefront.

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Redeemed Wellness Center: A New Era of Culturally Responsive Healthcare in the South End

Dr. Jacquelyn Boles, founder of Redeemed Wellness Center, recently sat down with Trae Holiday on The Day with Trae to share her inspiring mission and career in the healthcare industry. The center in Renton, which recently celebrated its soft grand opening, aims to fill a critical void in culturally responsive healthcare, particularly in Seattle’s South End.

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Experience the Magic of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker at Pacific Northwest Ballet

Get ready to be swept away by dancing, music, and magic as George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker returns to brighten your holidays at Pacific Northwest Ballet (PNB). This beloved Northwest tradition is back, promising yet another unforgettable experience for friends and family at McCaw Hall from November 28 to December 28, 2025.

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A Space Inside: ‘We Live In Color’ Sends Off Season 3 with Poetry and Spoken Word

With Black artistic brilliance on full display, the finale of We Live In Color Season 3 airs this Thursday, October 30. Hosted and executive produced by Deaunte Damper, the final episode captured the essence of A Space Inside, a transformative arts studio and open-mic night that recently closed its brick-and-mortar in Downtown Seattle. 

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The Implications of a SNAP Cut for Seniors and the Disabled Amid Government Shutdown

As a prolonged government shutdown continues, one of the most immediate and devastating impacts on the horizon could be the disruption or complete halt of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps. For millions of America's senior citizens and individuals with disabilities, this is not just an inconvenience; it represents a crisis of food security and a dire threat to health and independence.

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Healing To Hope: A Look Into the Three-Day Credible Messenger Training

Northwest Credible Messenger (NWCM) recently hosted a transformative three-day training program to enhance their youth service initiatives rooted in a model called Healing to Hope. This model guided community leaders, known as Credible Messengers, through a reflective process, helping them understand their own attributes, barriers, and how their wellness impacts their work in the community.

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Fat's Chicken and Waffles: Nearing a Decade of Soul Food and Community in the Central District

Nothing screams your favorite auntie’s house like Fat's Chicken and Waffles, a New Orleans-inspired chicken joint in the heart of Seattle’s Central District. Opened in August 2015 by owner Erika White, the restaurant is nearing its ninth year of serving dishes that speak to the soul, paying homage to the rich culinary traditions of Louisiana.

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Five Years of the Black Lives Matter Mural: A Community's Enduring Statement

Five years after its initial creation, the Black Lives Matter mural in Seattle's Capitol Hill stands as a powerful symbol of community, art, and ongoing commitment to social justice. Days before the mural was found vandalized on October 9, 2025, a recent repaint brought together many of the original artists, who reflected on the mural's impact, the city's evolution, and the enduring power of collective action.

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"Let's Make Something Cool": Jessica Hughes on the Impact of KCLS Makerspace

Trae Holiday, host of "The Day With Trae," recently interviewed Jessica Hughes, senior public services specialist King County Library System (KCLS), about the organization’s innovative Makerspace program. Hughes, who has been with KCLS for 12 years and the Makerspace for five, discussed her journey to the library system and the wealth of accessible resources available to the community.

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PREVIEW This Week’s Episode of Back2Besa: Wine, Art, and the Power of A Community United

Back2Besa is back with another week of highlighting incredible community gathering spaces up and down the greater Puget Sound region. The power of unity was on full display in the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute for Scope Screenings, to the Tukwila Community Center for the Free Community Play Day, all the way to the Central District for Walk The Block. 

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Wonder Is Coming: The WOW Gallery Closes With Sankofa Celebration

The WOW Gallery, a vibrant cultural destination in downtown Seattle, recently hosted their Closing Celebration Sankofa, marking four and a half years of fostering healing, connection, and empowerment in the Pacific Place Mall. While the physical space is left behind, the spirit and vision of Wonder of Women International, the organization behind the gallery, continue to evolve into its next chapter. 

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DJ Supreme La Rock Talks Earshot Jazz Festival and His Longevity In The Game

In a recent episode of Almost a Weekend, hosts Besa Gordon and Curtis Delgardo II, aka Cuddy, had the pleasure of interviewing Seattle music legend, DJ Supreme La Rock. The DJ, who has been setting vibes in the Emerald City for decades, discussed his upcoming performance at the 2025 Earshot Jazz Festival tomorrow, his extensive vinyl collection, and the secret to his longevity in the music industry.

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Black Excellence In A Bottle: Besa Gordon Celebrates WeRise Wines on Good Day Seattle

Besa Gordon joined Good Day Seattle this morning to uplift WeRise Wines and the recent one-year anniversary celebration of their wine club. Operating in downtown Seattle, WeRise Wines is Black, LGBTQ+-owned wine bar that specializes in highlighting underrepresented wineries and winemakers in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. 

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Reginald Smith Jr. on Embracing Comedy and Choreography in "The Pirates of Penzance"

Trae Holiday, host of "The Day with Trae," recently sat down with classical vocalist Reginald Smith Jr., who is starring in Seattle Opera's "The Pirates of Penzance." Smith shared insights into his personal musical and professional journey, and his experience with the current production at Seattle Opera with infectious enthusiasm. 

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Lunar Park Shoes: TV Bobby's Vision for Black Representation in Footwear

TV Bobby, the founder of Lunar Park Shoes, recently sat down with Trae Holiday on "The Day with Trae" to talk about how he is revolutionizing the footwear industry. Bobby, a Seattle native, shared his journey and inspiration for creating unique and culturally significant shoe designs that provide much-needed representation of the Black community that is missing in the industry. 

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Poetry in Motion: An Indigo Blue Celebration of Black Culture and Beyond

In the historic Columbia City District of Seattle, an intentional gathering rooted in Black culture, history, and the spirit of solidarity is happening this weekend. Last week, artist and educator Logic Amen joined Almost The Weekend with host Curtis Delgardo II, aka Cuddy, to talk about his concept behind The Poetry in Motion Ball, hosted at the Royal Esquire Club on Saturday, October 25th.

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Poetry in Motion Ball: Logic Amen Recreates Safe Spaces for Black Communities

In a recent interview on “The Day With Trae,” Logic Amen discussed how art and music saved his life. The visionary behind The Griot Party Experience, Amen discussed his relationship with creative expression from a young age and how it shaped his livelihood as a Black man trying to make the world a better place. He also talked about his upcoming event the Poetry In Motion Ball on October 25 at the Royal Esquire Club. 

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