Trans Youth in Tennessee Loses Access to Gender-Affirming Care After Court Ruling
Over the weekend, a panel of judges on the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals allowed Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors to...
Year: 2023
Recording artist Tomás Matos Releases Their Latest Single ‘Make an Entrance’
Tomás Matos (they/them) has released their latest show-stopping dance track “Make an Entrance.”
‘Why Willie Mae Thornton Matters’ Explores the Legacy of the Black Musician Who Made ‘Hound Dog’ a Hit
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A new biography captures “Big Mama” Thornton's unapologetic life and the ways it transcended genres and gender norms beyond her bluesy hit song and...
The Supreme Court’s Decision in the LGBTQ+ 303 Creative Case Explained
“It would potentially carve out a new and really dangerous loophole in civil rights protections, not just for LGBTQ people, but it could potentially...
They Were the First Nonbinary Sorority Member at Their University. Why Did Chi Omega Void Their Membership?
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"To receive that call and hear them say, ‘You’re a part of us and you’re able to join’ was one of the happiest days...
When Expression is Silenced: Drag Ban Threatens Inclusivity in Pride
Since drag is such a good test of queer acceptance, it’s no surprise it’s been a major point around which the opposition to queer...
Cassadee Pope: Rooted in Heart and Authenticity
Musical genres often serve as boundaries but Cassadee Pope stands tall as a fearless artist who defies categorization.
Miki Ratsula’s Sole Purpose is Making Music
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Miki Ratsula is a Finnish-American nonbinary artist based out of California. Miki will be performing at the 2023 Nashville Pride Festival Saturday on the Equality...
‘1776’: A Fresh Twist on a Historic Tale
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The current rendition of "1776" is directed by Jeffrey L. Page (Violet) and Diane Paulus (Waitress) and features 17 multi-racial Broadway revival cast members who...
Flavors of Inclusivity: The Mid-State’s Remarkable LGBTQ+ and Ally-Owned Food Establishments
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There are several LGBTQ+ and ally-owned restaurants, eateries, and bars around the mid-state and beyond. We are covering a few that stand out and...