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How this NC candidate went from being a Democratic activist to a Trump Republican

Charlotte African-American LGBTQ activist once helped manage a Planned Parenthood office
April 5, 2018 in News

The one-time Democratic activist, who is African-American, has become a self-described “avid Trump supporter” and says Donald Trump has been “the number one advocate for the LGBT community.”

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Gov. Cooper praises repeal of HB2 as driver of economic growth on one year anniversary

The boycotts have largely ended, but the discrimination continues
March 30, 2018 in Multimedia, News

Cooper said the repeal of HB2 allowed North Carolina to be in the running for Amazon’s HQ2, but added “we have more work to do in the area of fighting discrimination and encouraging diversity.”

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When feds came to discuss post about Trump, he cursed them. Now he’ll talk to a judge.

He has been charged with interfering with government officials in the performance of official duties
March 29, 2018 in News

A North Carolina man got a visit from the Secret Service for his Facebook post about the president, and told them to get off his property.

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Take the annual LGBTQ survey to help the community

This is the 12th annual survey
March 27, 2018 in A&E / Life&Style

Those who complete the survey have a chance to win $50 for themselves or a charity of their choosing.

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Comedian who said he’d kill a trans woman if ‘manipulated’ into sex is coming to Charlotte

Local advocates are expressing concern at the booking
March 25, 2018 in A&E / Life&Style, News

Lil Duval is scheduled to perform for three consecutive nights at the Comedy Zone.

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Scenes from the Charlotte March For Our Lives rally against gun violence

Rallies are taking part across the globe to call for stronger gun control in America
March 24, 2018 in Multimedia, News

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Hundreds of demonstrators took to Marshall Park in Charlotte, and then marched through uptown, as part of the March For Our Lives rallies taking part around the globe to protest against gun violence and for stricter gun control…

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Trump imposes new transgender military ban

The new policy follows a report from Defense Secretary James Mattis
March 24, 2018 in News

The new transgender military ban was unveiled late Friday night.

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Community to hold vigil for trans activist Blake Brockington on anniversary of his passing

The event is being organized by a group trying to get an LGBTQ community center at UNCC
March 23, 2018 in News

Brockington, who was a student at the university, advocated for black and trans lives and made headlines when he was crowned homecoming king in high school.

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Champions are all around us

Charlotte-area women give ‘Queen City’ new meaning
March 23, 2018 in A&E / Life&Style, Cover Stories, Featured Stories

Being a champion for any cause takes dedication and true grit.

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LGBTQ trailblazing women from the history books you should know

These women helped create a better world than the one they found
March 23, 2018 in Featured Stories

Here are six, of too numerous to count, badass women who helped shape the world into a more accepting and progressive place.

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Jamie Hildreth sets out on a run for Mecklenburg County Commission

March 23, 2018 in Featured Stories, News

If elected, he would become the first openly gay at-large elected official in Mecklenburg County, or the city of Charlotte.

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Creating our aging care network

Tips to help navigate systems for seniors
March 23, 2018 in A&E / Life&Style, Featured Stories

The homophobia and biases experienced throughout our lives have created circumstances that are particularly challenging as we age.

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LGBTQ workers protected under the Civil Rights Act

Legal Eagles: A common sense ruling
March 23, 2018 in Legal Eagles

The Zarda decision is a step to provide LBGTQ protection from discrimination in the workplace.

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Use randomization to maximize variety: how to easily create change in your routine

Health & Wellness
March 23, 2018 in Health & Wellness

Randomization creates an exercise experience that keeps you engaged mentally and physically.

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Charlotte: Mercy AIDS Walk, Chorus Prayer, Speed Networking, Chorus Concert, Center Partnership, Leaders Program

Carolinas News Notes
March 23, 2018 in Carolinas News Notes

The House of Mercy Walk for AIDS is approaching, the Charlotte LGBT Chamber of Commerce is speed networking, One Voice Chorus is having a concert, the Freedom Center for Social Justice has entered into a partnership with Aldersgate and Novant Health has initiated a leaders program.

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Triad: LGBTQIA Center, Easter Observance, North Star Youth

Carolinas News Notes
March 23, 2018 in Carolinas News Notes

The LGBTQIA Center of Greensboro has officially opened at the Guilford Green Foundation headquarters, Metropolitan Community Church of Winston-Salem will hold its Easter service, “Resurrection,” on April 1 and North Star LGBTQ Community Center has developed a number of programs and initiatives geared toward LGBTQ youth

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Western: PFLAG welcomes trans trainers

Carolinas News Notes
March 23, 2018 in Carolinas News Notes

Flat Rock/Hendersonville PFLAG will hold their upcoming meeting on April 9

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Regional: Advocacy Training, ACLU Meeting, Savannah Mermaids, NCAAN Grant

Carolinas News Notes
March 23, 2018 in Carolinas News Notes

The NC AIDS Action Network has announced that it will conduct regional advocacy trainings, ACLU of North Carolina will hold its annual meeting on May 20, Savannah Pride will hold its inaugural Mermaid Fest from March 23-24 and North Carolina AIDS Action Network has been awarded a grant.

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U.S./World: Community gears up for health awareness week

Beyond the Carolinas
March 23, 2018 in Beyond the Carolinas

The National LGBT Health Awareness Week, “Out Front for LGBT Health,” will be held from March 26-30.

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Quick Hits 03.23.18

Beyond the Carolinas
March 23, 2018 in Beyond the Carolinas

Quick Hits from across the globe for 03.23.18.

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