Latest Community Stories

Latest Community Stories

Smiling Black family sitting on a couch at home, with a laughing child in dinosaur pajamas lying across the laps of two joyful parents, framed by woven wall art and cozy decor.

As Air Pollution Rises, Local Programs Help South Seattle Families Breathe Easier

Jadenne Radoc Cabahug

Aug 19, 2025

10 min read

Performer in a vibrant feathered headdress and pink-blue fringe costume leads a street drill team routine during the 2025 Umoja Fest parade at S. Jackson Street in Seattle, with cheering spectators and a drumline in the background.

Umoja Fest 2025 Celebrates Unity — and Brings Out the Smiles

Aug 04, 2025

3 min read

A Black man wearing a blue baseball cap and blue fleece jacket greets the viewer with open arms.

SERIES | Community Organizer Gregory Davis Helps Food Justice Take Root in Rainier Beach

Aug 02, 2025

6 min read

Front exterior of Homer Restaurant in Seattle, showing its dark gray brick facade, large windows, a light blue door, and the "homer" sign above the entrance with outdoor picnic tables in front.

COLUMN | What It Means When a South Seattle Restaurant Chooses People Over Profit

Marcus Harrison Green

Aug 01, 2025

4 min read

Three people walk along a paved path at Seattle's Seward Park on a sunny day, with Lake Washington and trees in the background. A park map kiosk stands beside the trail, and dry summer grass lines the walkway.

South End Life: Just a Walk in Seward Park

Jul 23, 2025

3 min read

A smiling elderly woman with a shaved head and vibrant pink earrings holds a young child on her lap. They are at a table covered with a patterned cloth, with a phone and water bottles nearby. A

COLUMN | A Legacy of Love: Skyway's Wellness on the Block Continues Bridgette Hempstead's Fight for Community Health

Marcus Harrison Green

Jul 19, 2025

4 min read

A skater dances to music in dim lighting while others skate around them.

Southgate Roller Rink's Pride Skate Night Is a 'Magical' Space for LGBTQ+ Community

Mark Van Streefkerk

Jul 11, 2025

5 min read

Woman foraging in the forest, holding a small knife and crouching by ivy with a wicker basket, wearing a maroon Columbia jacket and glasses.

Pull Up a Seat at the 'Old Growth Table' to Connect With Indigenous Food Traditions

Jul 09, 2025

4 min read

Seattle Latinas Run Club group photo in front of the Lockspot Cafe after Melt ICE run, showing diverse runners and supporters posing together on a cloudy day in Seattle.

To 'Melt ICE,' These Seattle Latinas Lace Up and Run for Community and Rights

Florangela Davila

Jul 02, 2025

6 min read

Juneteenth 2025 celebration in Seattle with families and children dancing with rainbow and neon fans in front of a historic building.

Black Joy Filled the Air: Scenes From Juneteenth 2025 in Seattle

Jun 26, 2025

3 min read

Three performers on an outdoor stage engage the audience energetically. The central figure, in an orange dashiki, kneels with a raised fist while holding a microphone. The other two wear stylish outfits and hold microphones. The stage features banners for

The South End Guide to Juneteenth 2025

Jun 12, 2025

4 min read

Young Vietnamese woman at fabric and jewelry counter in tailor shop, standing in front of shelves stacked with colorful folded textiles and traditional Vietnamese accessories.

Unbroken Threads, Part 3: Stitching Together a Family Legacy

Jun 11, 2025

4 min read

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