Archive for July, 2008
When kids head back to school this year, there will be a special buzz in the air — the election of the 44th president of the United States. An election year is the perfect opportunity for parents and teachers to engage kids in meaningful conversations about everything from how we [...]
Welcome to ‘Scot’-land The first gay-themed film to be endorsed by a major sports league, and set to open at Outfest 2008 in Los Angeles, Calif., has been acquired for theatrical distribution by here! Films and its subsidiary Regent Releasing. “Breakfast With Scot,” a family comedy directed by Laurie Lynd, [...]
Schools settle bullying cases NEW YORK, N.Y. — The Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network said two recent settlements reaffirm the potential liability for schools that ignore anti-LGBT bullying and harassment. In California, the Upper Lake Union School District agreed earlier this month to implement comprehensive steps to protect students [...]
Dear Trinity, My partner says I’m an addict and need help. If I drink a lot but have a good handle on my life, am I still an addict? Addict With A Handle, Palm Springs, Calif. Dear Addict With A Handle, Most everyone is addicted to something. But as time [...]
It’s about that time. In another month or so, summer vacation will be coming to a close and you’ll be heading back to those hallowed halls of education. Homework, research reports, library studying and long nights at that computer doing research for the ungodly long essay exam. All that, on [...]
On Sept. 11, openly gay former NBA player and author John Amaechi will be a featured speaker at the Executive Leadership Summit of the National Organization for Diversity in Sales and Marketing, an organization founded in 2003 to foster effective, diverse sales and marketing strategies within corporate America, as well [...]
‘Baseball bat’ teen charged with filing false police report ANDERSON, S.C. — On July 22, the Anderson County Sheriff’s Department charged an 18-year-old gay man with filing a false police report after he accused his father of assault. In two reports filed July 16, Dwight Clark Ables accused his father [...]
Originally posted: July 21, 2008, 1:28 p.m Updated: July 24, 2008, 11:50 p.m. ANDERSON, S.C. — On July 22, the Anderson County Sheriff’s Department charged an 18-year-old gay man with filing a false police report after he accused his father of assault. In two reports filed July 16, Dwight Clark [...]
Originally posted: July 22, 2008, 4:26 p.m. Updated: July 24, 2008, 12:30 p.m. See Related Stories: S.C. Governor demands personnel and procedure changes in tourism fracas (7-16-2008) SC Pride to repay state’s debt for ads (7-17-2008) COLUMBIA — Pursuing a deal to advertise South Carolina as “so gay,” tourism officials [...]
It’s 95 degrees outside. You’re sweating. It’s humid. The pool is still open. You might think it’s a tad bit early to be shopping for your Fall and Winter wear, but you really should think again. Fashion designers were looking at this year’s colors and trends as far back as [...]
RALEIGH – After a week of intense news coverage, advocacy and constituent conversations, an anti-bullying bill inclusive of protections for LGBT students has died. The House and Senate adjourned Friday, July 18. Before doing so, Senate leaders sent the School Violence Prevention Act (HB 1366) to committee, a late-breaking move [...]
RALEIGH – Results from a recent poll released July 16 show that citizens across North Carolina overwhelmingly support an anti-bullying bill that would protect students, even if that bill includes protections on the basis of sexual orientation. “There is currently a proposal in the General Assembly that specifies the need [...]
COLUMBIA — After South Carolina’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism (PRT) refused to pay its bill for a British advertising campaign, a statewide LGBT organization has stepped up to the plate to save the state from indebted embarrassment. The Board of the South Carolina Pride Movement has decided to [...]
Originally posted: July 16, 2008, 11:46 p.m. Updated: July 17, 2008, 7:28 a.m. See updated story, “‘Knowingly incorrect info’ from S.C. officials, say Brit ‘So Gay’ ad execs” View the “South Carolina is so gay” ad (PDF) COLUMBIA – When South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford learned that his state was [...]
RALEIGH — The headline at The News & Observer said it all — “Conservatives help stall bullying bill.” Sifting through a flood of calls and email, members of the N.C. Senate have now pushed back their scheduled vote on the School Violence Prevention Act (HB 1366). If passed, the act [...]
In 2006, Raine Cole and Darryl Hall were members of the committee that rebooted Pride in the Queen City. The group was formed in response to the collapse of Charlotte Pride following its turbulent 2005 event. As members of the inaugural Pride Charlotte Task Force, Cole and Hall helped make [...]
This year, visitors to the annual Pride Charlotte festival in Uptown Charlotte will notice two distinct changes. With larger crowds and more vendors, Pride organizers have responded by expanding the physical festival grounds and putting into place programs for recycling and environmental protection. Since 2006, the Pride Charlotte festival has [...]
For the entertainment portion of its event, Pride Charlotte brings in performers with regional, national and international exposure. One of the returning performers who has enjoyed the broadest success is award-winning gay singer/songwriter Josh Zuckerman. Through extensive touring in the U.S. and Europe, Zuckerman’s work has reached a wide-ranging audience. [...]
Ira Levi – One of the first vocalists signed to legendary mega-dance label Strictly Rhythm/WEA in the 90′s, singer songwriter Ira Levi is one of the first Dance artists to cross over and to be signed by a major label. His Billboard singles include “Free Your Mind” and “We Came [...]
Pride Charlotte 2008 is pleased to present this year’s emcees! Riley, a.k.a The Westcoast Kid, moved to North Carolina in 2005 bringing with her the love of community and the mastery of gender variance. Riley volunteers on the Pride Charlotte Task Force and sits on the board of directors at [...]
