Marla Beaver

The Seahawks' 2024 Rushing Woes: A Statistical Breakdown and Coaching FalloutLet us start with the harsh reality: Seattle’s rushing attack. The Seahawks finished 28th in rushing with 1,627 yards on 383 attempts, averaging 95.7 yards per game. For comparison, the league-leading Baltimore Ravens rushed for 3,189 yards on 554 attempts, averaging a staggering 187.6 yards per game. Of course, having Derrick Henry, one of the toughest running backs in the game, makes that possible.Closer to home, the

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Bessie Regina Garland went home to Almighty God on December 24, 2024, at 92 years of age, in Hot Springs, AR. Bessie was born to Thomas and Edna Davis in Birmingham, AL. She graduated from DuSable High School in Chicago, IL. Ms. Garland moved to Kent, WA in 2005 after serving as account executive for Johnson Publishing Co., Ebony/Jet division of Fashion Fair Cosmetics for 30 years across five southern states. She became a resident of Hot Springs again at the Cottages in 2020. In honor of her mem

Romero Pierre Graves I, a beloved father, husband, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, in Maple Valley. Born on February 28, 1961, in Seattle, Washington, Romero lived a life filled with love and dedication to his family.A proud graduate of Kennedy Catholic High School in Burien, Romero carried the values of hard work and perseverance throughout his life. He was known for his warm smile, competitive spirit, infectious laughter, and exceptio

Celebrating the life of Patricia A. Smith

Kenneth Swanigan was born on August 16,1935 in Indianapolis, Indiana to proud parents Sadie M. and Alfred Swanigan, Sr., he was the ninth child. Having three sisters and eight brothers, it was a blessing to have grown up in such a large family. He graduated from Arsenal Technical High School, Indianapolis, Indiana; He served in the United States Air Force and received an Honorable Discharge for his service to our nation. He was married to the lovely Lavelle Y. Swanigan, they were blessed with fo

Happenings at the Royal Esquire Club

Melvin Crispell III in concert March 7th

December 26, 1984 – January 13, 2025Jimyco was a beloved son, brother and nephew. His passing has left us all in shock and mourning. Jimyco, graduated from Garfield High School in 2003, and Studied Culinary Arts at Seattle Central College. Jimyco is remembered for his beautiful smile and laughter. He loved to eat, cook and listen to music.Jimyco is survived by his daughter Aalyaina Grace Greene Hill, mother Linda Clark, sisters, Beana Greene, Jinetta King, brothers Zhajeid Greene, Larry Green, J

Samuel Jackson of Seattle, WA, died on December 10, 2024; he was 77 years old. Samuel is survived by his wife, Susan, his four children: Aira and Mahkaea from his first marriage, and Kalila and Henry.Samuel was born in Florida and moved to Chester, PA as a young child. He moved to the Pacific Northwest Samuel after serving four years in the Air Force. He attended Seattle Central Community College, The Evergreen State College, and the University of Washington where he received his Masters of Libr