Homophobic slurs, spitting, hurling projectiles, and destruction of property is not normally what you expect at a Fourth of July event but it’s what happened during Montrose Colorado’s Fourth of July Parade.
Western Colorado Has Pride
Pride is more than just a word. It’s not just a celebration, it is an act of resistance. In today’s world, being an LGBTQ+ person is dangerous. With mass shootings, transgender people being a target, and homophobia still being rampant, it is truly brave.
PDF of Issue #6 Now Available Online
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Understanding Loving Beyond Understanding
Photos and Text by Aiden McVay Loving Beyond Understanding (LBU) is “creating queer centric spaces that are intentionally welcoming” said Emmanuel Cisneros (They, Them) director of LBU. “Loving Beyond Understanding is a center for LGBTQIA folks to have social and support services. It’s a location for community… programming… (and) access to services that make our … Continue reading Understanding Loving Beyond Understanding
Stella Rae Wins DIVA Award!
By Aiden McVay Stella Rae Van Dyke was co-awarded the Breakthrough Artist Award at the 5th annual Drag Initiatives and Variety Awards (DIVAs), on Feb. 22nd. She also was nominated for best drag show for her regular Second Saturday show at Good Judy’s in Grand Junction. Stella Rae at Cesar Chavez Celebration, March 2024, Grand … Continue reading Stella Rae Wins DIVA Award!
Family Drag Show Controversy
by Aiden McVay Family drag shows or all ages drag shows, are family friendly drag performances with no explicit material, no sexualized or inappropriate costumes, and no explicit language in the songs performed. So what is the controversy? Especially since there is a long history of drag. According to a PBS, “Drag is the art … Continue reading Family Drag Show Controversy
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