Rise Above hosted a youth basketball camp at Garfield High School, drawing stars from sports, entertainment, and city leadership to inspire the next generation and promote sports as a tool to build teamwork, discipline, and healthy habits.
Tag: Central Area
Odessa Brown Clinic Returns To Central District With Community Celebration
Seattle’s Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic (OBCC) is celebrating the grand opening of its new Central District location with a free community event, featuring expanded services and a focus on behavioral health, to meet the evolving needs of families.
Seattle’s Coyote Central Empowers Youth Through Creative Learning
Coyote Central is a Seattle-based organization that has been helping young people confront inequality for 35 years by fostering creativity and equipping them with the skills to shape their own futures through hands-on learning experiences.
Hayward Evans And Dr. Lora Ellen McKinney Join CDCPDA Board
The CDCPDA has appointed Hayward Evans and Dr. Lora Ellen McKinney to its board of directors to help drive economic empowerment and preserve cultural heritage in Seattle’s Central District.
CD Panthers Continue Football Legacy With New Season, New League
The CD Panthers, Seattle’s only remaining inner-city youth football program, are embarking on a new chapter as members of the Washington Youth Football League, providing a safe and supportive environment for young athletes to grow and thrive.
Byrd Barr Place To Host Second Annual Block Party
Byrd Barr Place is hosting its second annual Block Party on July 12, featuring live music, food trucks, local vendors, and activities for all ages, with a focus on strengthening community ties and supporting families and education.
Byrd Barr Place Announces New Board Members
Byrd Barr Place has announced the addition of two new board members, Telitha Floyd and Michaela Osborne, to its all-Black Board of Directors, in order to advance economic mobility, housing security, and social justice for communities of color in Seattle.
Public Health Distributes Lockboxes To Promote Gun Safety
Public Health โ Seattle & King County, in partnership with local organizations and municipalities, distributed free gun lockboxes to reduce the risk of accidental shootings and gun-related deaths on National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
Harrell Proposes $2 Million Bridge Loan To Support Seattle Social Housing Developer
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell announced a $2 million bridge loan for the Seattle Social Housing Developer, a Public Development Authority, to support their operations and potential property acquisitions until 2026, when revenue from an increase to the Payroll Expense Tax is expected to be available.
Vivian Song Announces Campaign For Seattle School Board
Vivian Song, a former Seattle School Board member and finance professional, announced her candidacy for the District 5 seat in 2025, promising to bring financial expertise and long-term vision to the board.

