News Briefs 08.24.18
Carolinas News Notes
News briefs from across the Carolinas and beyond for 08.24.18
Local abortion provider concerned over Trump Supreme Court pick
Clinic in East Charlotte has faced thousands of protesters over past two years
By Calla Hales count, more than 18,500 protesters showed up at her [abortion] clinic last year alone. Each weekend, the numbers average more than 200 individual protesters in a day.
Triangle: Fest opens online bidding
Carolinas News Notes
The Crape Myrtle Festival 38’s online silent auction is now open for bidding.
Regional: Victory Fellow, Bathroom Survey
Carolinas News Notes
The Victory Institute announced that it has selected NC AIDS Action Network’s Christina Adeleke as one of 10 fellows for its Victory Empowerment Fellowship and Adam & Eve has released results from their annual sex survey.
Conservative-backed N.C. charter school changes anti-gay policy
One of the state’s oldest and largest charter schools, backed by a conservative donor and activist, has changed a policy that once prohibited students from promoting or affirming LGBTQ people or causes.
Triangle: SAGE celebrates the 4th
Carolinas News Notes
SAGE Raleigh will hold a 4th of July Potluck celebration on July 4, 1:30 p.m., at Umstead Park Pavilion #2, 8801 Glenwood Ave.
Wednesday: National HIV Testing Day
Wednesday marks the annual National HIV Testing Day, and local groups are using Tuesday to gear up for a day of prevention and awareness.
More N.C. locales recognize Pride Month
Two more North Carolina locales have issued official proclamations recognizing LGBTQ Pride Month, following a similar proclamation from Wake County on Monday this week.
In first, Wake County passes Pride Month proclamation
The Wake County Board of Commissioners on Monday passed an LGBTQ Pride Month proclamation, recognizing the Stonewall Riots and the county’s recent efforts to support LGBTQ equality.
