More than 200 community members gathered Saturday at Holgate Street Church of Christ for the Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Committee’s (MLKCC) 2026 Black History Month Awards Celebration, an evening honoring leadership, service, and a century of Black history. The program, themed “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” recognized individuals and organizations whose work reflects the enduring legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in education, labor, public se

Seattle, WA — State of Africatown 2026 is a critical gathering for community members and civic leaders committed to ending Black displacement in Seattle’s Central District and advancing meaningful repair. This year’s keynote speaker, Bernadette Atuahene, nationally respected scholar and author of "Plundered: How Racist Policies Undermine Black Homeownership in America", will outline how policy-driven displacement harmed Black communities and what real repair requires today. H

Get Ready for Grit, Glam, and Youthful Exuberance with One of the World’s Most Popular Musicals March 24 – June 7, 2026 Book, Music, and Lyrics by JIM JACOBS and WARREN CASEY Directed and Choreographed by  LISA SHRIVER Music Directed by TIM SYMONS – Ooooh, those summer nights! Village Theatre continues their season with the record-breaking Grease , one of the world’s most popular musicals. Featuring the many hit songs that became the soundtrack of a generation, like “Greas

This Tony Award-winning musical revue comes to life with Harlem nightclub-inspired cabaret seating SEATTLE, WA — February 4, 2026 — Taproot Theatre presents the second production of its 50th Anniversary Season, Ain't Misbehavin', The Fats Waller Musical Show by Richard Maltby, Jr. Featuring iconic songs like This Joint Is Jumpin' and immersive cabaret seating, this Tony Award-winning tribute to Black artistry runs March 18–April 25, 2026, in Taproot's Jewell Mainstage Theatr

Mount Zion Baptist Church Women’s Ministry invites you to an inspiring workshop as part of the Women’s Ministry’s 84 th  Anniversary Celebration. The workshop will be held on February 28, 2026, from 9:00 am to noon. Bring your Bible, silence your cell phone, come casual, and be prepared for an uplifting morning of singing, praising, and centering on Christ. The workshop will focus on the theme Empowering Women in Faith through Praise and Prayer. Two panels will be presented,

By Mariners Communications SEATTLE – The Seattle Mariners announced today that the club will honor the legacy of the 1946 Seattle Steelheads on Sundays at T-Mobile Park. In addition to wearing Steelheads uniforms on home Sundays, the Mariners are launching the Steelheads Community Fund with a $500,000 commitment in support of local Black-led baseball and softball organizations and community initiatives. “We are proud to honor our game’s history and invest in the future of

SEATTLE  – Attorney and Judge Pro Tem Nyjat Rose-Akins  announces her candidacy for King County District Court – West Division. With more than sixteen years of legal experience as an Assistant Seattle City Attorney in both the criminal and civil divisions, and as a full-time Judge Pro Tem, Rose-Akins brings extensive courtroom experience and a demonstrated commitment to treating every person who appears before the court with dignity and respect. Rose-Akins currently serves as

Seattle Mayor Katie B. Wilson today delivered a State of the City address which was rooted in the discipline of hope . Speaking to a full house at the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute, the mayor detailed her approach to the challenges of  homelessness  and  gun violence; spoke to her vision of what Seattle can be; and unveiled an affordability agenda focused on affordable  housing , affordable  food , affordable  childcare , and making Seattle an affordable place to

The Youth and Young Adult Ministry of Mount Zion Baptist Church is excited to kick off its first event of the year during Black History Month with an unforgettable Afro-Caribbean Fashion Show! This lively celebration of culture and identity will bring together fashion, music and fellowship as we honor our history. This community event is to gather in the spirit of unity, community, and cultural appreciation. Full event details, including date, time, location, and ticket infor

FIRST AND GOAL - D.BEAVER - SPORTS / THE FACTS NEWSPAPER  The Seattle Seahawks stamped greatness onto football history with a cold blooded takeover in Super Bowl LX, dropping the New England Patriots 29 to 13 inside Levi’s Stadium. From the opening kick Seattle brought pressure pride purpose. Every snap felt like a message to the league. This city still runs big games. Defense set the vibe early with heavy hits constant heat takeaways that flipped momentum fast. The offense r

The Youth and Young Adult Ministry of Mount Zion Baptist Church is excited to kick off its first event of the year during Black History Month with an unforgettable Afro-Caribbean Fashion Show! This lively celebration of culture and identity will bring together fashion, music and fellowship as we honor our history. This community event is to gather in the spirit of unity, community, and cultural appreciation. Full event details, including date, time, location, and ticket infor

America 250: The Verdict Is? Tuesday, February 10, 2026 | 7:00–9:00 pm As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, this timely program invites the public to reflect on the promise of justice and accountability in America today. Presented in partnership with the Black Heritage Society of Washington State, America 250: The Verdict Is? honors the trailblazing legacy of Black judges in Washington State and highlights t

The International Association of Ministers Wives & Widows (IAMWMW), Western Regional Conference, is being hosted by the WA State Association of MWMW, Feb 5th - 7th, 2026, at the Hotel Interurban, in Tukwila. Please join us Thursday evening for our opening Welcome/Communion Service at 7 pm @ the Hotel Interurban, in Tukwila. The public is invited to attend! Our guest speaker is Pastor Joseph Manaway, & their praise team, from Tabernacle MBC. Never heard of us? We are an interd

Seattle, WA- Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR), in partnership with Africatown Community Land Trust, the William Grose Center for Cultural Innovation, and A Personal Point of View, LLC, invites all to join us for a community event on Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Please join us at Washington Middle School at 2101 S. Jackson St. Seattle, 98144. This event will provide an opportunity for park neighbors and park users to review and respond to the design fo