Opportunities for artists, musicians, teachers, thinkers, groups at MainStream’s new headquarters in East Moline

Dec 15, 2024

This week’s Jaded Optimist is all about the good news and opportunities for artists and thinkers at the new headquarters for MainStream, in East Moline, Ill.

The latest in transgender news // Memphis defies the DOJ // Unrest overseas in Georgia // Presidential election updates

Dec 9, 2024

Trans' policy happenings abound The U.S. Supreme Court's pending decision on whether Tennessee can restrict gender transition to people over age 18 will likely affect Iowa and 25 other states with similar laws, reports msn.com. • Iowa passed the law in spring 2023....

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American Idol’s David Archuleta opens up about “coming out”

Aug 22, 2024

Former American Idol star David Archuleta headlines Cedar Valley Pride Fest in Waterloo. He shares his story of “coming out” as a gay man and leaving the Mormon Church just three years ago.

Soul of the City showcases jazz, soul, funk bands from Des Moines to Peoria

Aug 15, 2024

QUAD CITIES -- Featuring jazz, soul and funk bands with followings from Des Moines, Ia., to Peoria, Ill., the Soul of the City Music Festival takes place in Rock Island and Davenport this weekend over three days. Starting Friday evening, this 10th annual...

Opinion

The gay agenda: “unicorns” and open communication (AOQC)

May 4, 2022

Dear AOQC, What exactly is the gay agenda, and should I be frightened? -- Worried Straight Gal in Des Moines Dear Worried Straight, Oh boy, am I tired of answering this one! What a stupid ... er, silly ... question! We Queer Folk are a community, but that community...