Archive for April 17th, 2010 Issue
It’s the graying of America. Millions of Baby Boomers, folks as young as 50 or older, are retiring. They’re living longer than their fathers and mothers. They’re still healthy, active and involved. Discussions on the future of American health systems, elder Americans’ health coverage and other medical issues aren’t limited [...]
The computer clicks on. The screen flashes to life. Applications begin loading. Internet Explorer launches; the homepage is set to craigslist.org. AIM is loading. Favorite bookmarks include: Adam4Adam, Bear411, SilverDaddies.com and Manhunt. Minimized in the toolbar is Gay.com. This isn’t the computer of a college student, this is the new [...]
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — More than a year ago, directors of the Memphis Gay and Lesbian Community Center (MGLCC) decided it was time to begin a more concerted outreach effort to area LGBT youth. “We were setting priorities for the year, and the board and I made the decision to focus [...]
Originally published online: April 1, 2010, 3:04 p.m. Updated with print edition: April 17, 2010, 4:26 p.m. Ed. Note — qnotes’ April 3 article, “Despite leadership changes, MeckPAC keeps pushing city leaders,” contained outdated information. On April 1, two days before our issue’s street date and three days after press [...]
In January, the HIV/AIDS service community was hit with a shocker. The state’s AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) had reached capacity and future enrollment was being capped. In the weeks since, North Carolina’s ADAP waiting list has grown to around 270, making it the largest waiting list in the nation. [...]
Born at the very tail end of the Baby Boomer generation, Martina Navratilova has become one of the LGBT community’s most outspoken advocates for health and equality. On April 7, the international tennis star spoke to several news outlets and said she was diagnosed with a non-invasive form of breast [...]
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National AIDS Fund, with support from the Ford Foundation, has announced nearly $1.3 million in grant awards to 21 community-based HIV/AIDS organizations in North Carolina, South Carolina and seven other Southern states (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee). The grant awards will support the [...]
qnotes has been approached by a publisher of a Christian newspaper with a proposal to trade op-ed pieces. qnotes editor Matt Comer would submit an op-ed to the Christian publication, whose “ex-gay” editor would then submit a similar op-ed to qnotes. Before we responded to the proposal we wanted to [...]
BOONEVILLE — Starmount High School has now given the green light to Jordan Nixon and boyfriend Chase to attend their prom together. This did not occur easily. Seems that Nixon’s mother, Leesa, challenged the school when she was told that they could not go as a couple. According to towleroad.com, [...]
WILMINGTON — Out Impact will present their new free teleseminar 2010 event series featuring a one-hour presentation by Jeff Berger and National Association of Gay and Lesbian Real Estate Professionals (NAGLREP) on April 29 at 7 p.m. “Out Impact provides NAGLREP a great platform to reach both media and individuals [...]
GREENVILLE, N.C. — A luncheon for Administrative Professionals Day 2010 will be held on April 21, 12-1 p.m. at Texas Roadhouse, 720 Greenville Blvd. SW. Profits from the event will go to support the work of the Pitt County AIDS Service Organization. Choose from grilled chicken salad, quarter rack of [...]
New digits RALEIGH — The Triangle Community Works Helpline has a new number — 919-747-4123. They are also looking for volunteers to staff the line, if even for a three-hour shift once a month. The next training will be held on May 14, 6:30-9:30 p.m. and May 15, 9 a.m.-4 [...]
RALEIGH — Equality North Carolina recently announced exciting changes and growth for their organization. The organization elected new officers for its two boards. The ENC board of directors is now chaired by Dan Gurley with Elaine Martin serving as vice chair. Other new officers are Kelvin Sanborn (secretary) and Rollin [...]
GREENSBORO — Piedmont Triad Integrity will hold an LGBT community eucharist on April 17 at 6 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 2105 W. Market St. A dessert and coffee social will follow in the Parish Hall. On May 15, a meeting will be held at St. Mary’s House, 930 [...]
CHARLOTTE — The Charlotte Lesbian and Gay Fund (CLGF) will hold its Third Annual Happening on May 13, 12-1:15 p.m., at the Uptown Omni Hotel, 132 E. Trade St. Mayor Anthony Foxx will serve as keynote speaker. This luncheon event is held to raise awareness and support for the Charlotte [...]
ASHEVILLE — On April 29, “Straightlaced: How Gender’s Got Us All Tied Up” will be shown at the Fine Arts Theater, 36 Biltmore Ave., at 7 p.m. The film is comprised of 50 interviews with U.S. teens and deals with views on gender roles and homophobia. “Straightlaced” includes the perspectives [...]
In the world of journalism there are a few things you just don’t do. You don’t fabricate stories. You don’t plagiarize someone else’s work. And, you definitely don’t steal other news publications’ content. Doing any of the three could get you fired, effectively end your career and might possibly result [...]
As if arthritis and profuse nose hair weren’t enough. Aging is already loaded with physical and emotional challenges. Now we hear that LGBT elders face a distinct set of burdens in addition. It gives growing old all the appeal of a colostomy bag. Called the first major collaboration between LGBT [...]
It’s that time of year. Local Pride festivals across the Carolinas are gearing up for their slate of exciting, community-building events for 2010. qnotes explores the Palmetto State’s upcoming 2010 Pride schedule this issue. Pride organizers across South Carolina are working hard to provide their respective communities the best events [...]
The Sun enters sensual Taurus and not a moment too soon. It is time to take things in stride and slowly stop and smell the roses. Life become one long mellowfest. How long can you stand it? ARIES (03.21-04.20) Proud Rams are tempted to spend spend spend. This is the [...]
