New Iowa LGBTQ chamber reaches into eastern Iowa Thursday
The Iowa LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce kicked off its eastern Iowa launch Dec. 7 in North Liberty.
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Author: Christine Hawes
Diverse survival stories drive TPQC documentary on early days of HIV epidemic
Nine Quad Citians help tell the true story of the HIV epidemic and of The Project of the Quad Cities in its early days. It’s all in the new documentary “We’re Still Here,” showing Thursday night.
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Anna school board chair’s comments comparing being transgender to mental illness triggers civil rights and liability concerns, calls for him to step down
ANNA, ILL. –School Board Chair Joshua Gooden compared being transgender to having a mental illness. Now, a coalition is calling for him to step down for interfering with the district’s mission of sering all students, and some are concerned his comments may violate civl rights and expose the school district to liability.
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Transgender Day of Remembrance events happening today in Iowa, Illinois
At least four Iowa communities or groups are holding events today in honor of the National...
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Devoted Clock Inc. volunteer needs help after losing all in house fire
Josie Faith, a devoted volunteer for Clock Inc. who has inspired others with her story of gender transition, is in need of support following a fire that destroyed her home.
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Self-test kits for HIV available online at The Project of the Quad Cities aim to reduce stigma, transcend barriers
HIV self-testing has potential to help reduce the stigma of HIV testing and also eliminate barriers like language and transportation. The Project of the Quad Cities is offering test kits through an online form.
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Creative Women of Color offers Buenas Nuevas Market through December 20
The Quad Cities’ Creative Women of Color holds its Buenas Nuevas Market in Rock Island through December 20.
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Traditional feel-good story through LGBTQ+ eyes comes to Davenport Friday in ‘The Mattachine Family’
A rare opportunity to see the new film “The Mattachine Family,” featuring Nico Tortorella and Emily Hampshire, comes to Davenport Friday night. Read here about this traditional feel-good story, and the reason it’s showing in the Quad Cities.
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Iowa Drag Awards seeking votes through Nov. 10 for expanded annual honors
Here’s your chance to honor Iowa’s hard-working drag performers. Cast your vote in 16 categories, among 47 different performers, through Nov. 10. The big awards show in Des Moines follows Dec. 14.
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Kawai’s journey from jewelry to performance art is part of “Woman: hood” responsive art exhibit
IOWA CITY — Satomi Kawai’s jewelry designs are featured in distinguished permanent...
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