Author:
Daniel Stroupe
August 18, 2012 in Fashion by Daniel Stroupe
The search for Charlotte’s hottest men began months ago and culminated in a thrilling evening of underwear model mayhem at this year’s “BRIEF: A Fete for Fashion.”
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QNotes Staff
August 18, 2012 in A&E / Life&Style, Cover Stories, Featured Stories by QNotes Staff
Organizers of this year’s Pride Charlotte say their newly-expanded, two-day festival in Uptown Charlotte will offer extended opportunities for entertainment and community engagement.
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Matt Comer
August 18, 2012 in Featured Stories, News by Matt Comer
Two years ago, Charlotte was one of four cities vying to capture the 2012 Democratic National Convention (DNC). When the news hit home, locals began putting their dreams and hopes into plan. For many, hosting the national political event would be a defining moment for Charlotte, a city that had been hit hard by the uncertainty caused by the financial and economic collapse in 2008.
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Matt Comer
August 18, 2012 in News by Matt Comer
In 2008, LGBT delegates and guests to the Democratic National Convention in Denver, Colo., were treated to a special welcome when they got to the Mile High City. When nearly 500 LGBT delegates and hundreds more LGBT and straight ally guests arrive in Charlotte, they’ll be treated no differently.
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QNotes Staff
August 18, 2012 in QPoll by QNotes Staff
Do you think that Charlotte’s hosting of the 2012 Democratic National Convention will enhance and strengthen the city and its local LGBT community?
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Matt Comer
August 18, 2012 in Editor's Note by Matt Comer
The next couple of weeks in Charlotte will be buzzing. There’s almost too much going on. Between Pride Charlotte, the upcoming 2012 Democratic National Convention and so many new and progressive changes here at qnotes, I can barely contain my excitement.
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Leslie Robinson
August 18, 2012 in General Gayety by Leslie Robinson
I went on vacation expecting to visit old friends, see my brother get married and bake in the sun. I did all that — and watched my partner devour every lobster in three New England states.
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QNotes Staff
August 18, 2012 in Beyond the Carolinas by QNotes Staff
Dynasty Young, a gay, gender non-conforming 17-year-old, will not be allowed to return to his former high school officials for Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) have decided.
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Lainey Millen
August 18, 2012 in Carolinas News Notes by Lainey Millen
Author E. Patrick Johnson is headed to the Tar Heel State to interview black southern lesbians for his upcoming book, “Honeypot.” He will be conducting his research from Aug. 23-26.
Author:
Lainey Millen
August 18, 2012 in Carolinas News Notes by Lainey Millen
“Over the Rainbow, Drag Queen Bingo” will be held on Aug. 31 at the Renaissance Hotel Ballroom, 31 Woodfin St., benefiting Brother Wolf Animal Rescue.
Author:
Lainey Millen
August 18, 2012 in Carolinas News Notes by Lainey Millen
The Adam Foundation is all set for their 8 in 8 Dash Bash on Aug. 26, BB&T Ballpark, 951 Ballpark Way, Broad St. Entrance, beginning at 1 p.m., with the game beginning at 2 p.m.
Author:
Lainey Millen
August 18, 2012 in Carolinas News Notes by Lainey Millen
Time Out Youth has announced several volunteer opportunities for those it serves.
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Lainey Millen
August 18, 2012 in Carolinas News Notes by Lainey Millen
Scouting alternative forming DURHAM, N.C. — A chapter of the Navigators USA is now enrolling for its 2012-13 year on Aug. 20 at 7 p.m. at the Eno River Unitarian [...]
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David Stout
August 18, 2012 in 20 Questions by David Stout
Becoming a drag star wasn’t enough for David Sewell, so he became a drag starla instead. Starla DaVinci, that is. The 26-year-old Aquarius is a native Charlottean and popular member of the city’s vibrant drag scene.
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Jon Hoppel
August 18, 2012 in Playing the Field by Jon Hoppel
The Carolina Softball Association (CSA) wrapped up their spring season on July 29 with their championship tournament. Five Charlotte area teams battled the hot and humid conditions for the title of Top Team.
Author:
Charlene Lichtenstein
August 18, 2012 in Out in the Stars by Charlene Lichtenstein
If you are running on all four engines, try to coast a bit. Energetic Mars enters passionate Scorpio and trines retro Neptune in Pisces. That means that seemingly inconsequential small actions can take us further than we ever thought possible…in an entirely different direction! But, don’t panic. Enjoy the ride and expect to take the scenic route.
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Trinity
August 18, 2012 in Tell Trinity by Trinity
A reader wants to know: I’ve been ill for months now. And, I’ve been telling my primary doctor that I know what’s wrong with me. But, he keeps saying, “The tests don’t prove it.” But, I’m sure I know what’s happening to me. What do I do?
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QNotes Staff
What the gubernatorial candidates are not talking about
August 18, 2012 in Guest Commentary by QNotes Staff
Pat McCrory and Walter Dalton are engaged in a cutthroat battle to be the next governor of North Carolina. Up to this point, both candidates have focused their messages primarily on job creation and jumpstarting the economy, along with a healthy dose of personal and political attacks (e.g. McCrory’s tax returns and Dalton’s ties to Gov. Perdue).
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