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Exploring the world of drag

The History, Types and Tips for the Curious

by Buff Faye & Lilli Frost on July 12, 2019

The evolution of drag some say dates back to Shakespeare when men dressing as girls would perform plays on stage. Others say drag goes even further back in time.

10 Questions with Vic: Featuring Reina Mora

Singer/Songwriter, Author, Advocate, Activist

by Vic Gerami on May 31, 2019

It’s hard to label the multi-talented Reina Mora or her genre of music, and that’s a good thing. Her wide range of vocals, dense and textured music and three hit singles, made her one of music industry’s breakout artists of 2018.

Our People: Robert Dogens

Retired Banker, Community Activist

by Torie Dominguez on February 8, 2019

Retired banker Robert Frank Dogens is well-known in Charlotte’s prominent finance sector as a former senior vice president at Wells Fargo, but he’s made as much of an impact, if not more, as a community activist.

In Memoriam: 2018 Notable Deaths

LGBTQA Community Members Leave Their Mark on the World

by QNotes Staff on December 28, 2018

The year of 2018 saw many challenges and changes on the landscape of the LGBTQ and allied environment. And among those changes were the deaths of several individuals who came from a cross section of society who contributed in significant ways to the world in which we live.

Our People: Nikolai Mather

Student, Activist

by Torie Dominguez on November 30, 2018

Nikolai Mather has earned more than a few impressive distinctions. With a combination of persistence, talent and audacity, he’s become a college student, a leader, an activist, a pioneer — and most recently, a journalist.