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DANNY AND CHRISTIN ROE
Together, they are a powerful force of positivity, credibility, and inclusion able to bring success to the many island projects and programs for which they advocate.
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Erased and looted: We are a nation in distress
By Johnny Trlica Commentary: One news story not being reported on by the news, is that the president of the United States is mentally unwell. That should be the lead
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For truth, justice and democracy?
The past 25 years of making wars and doing dirty tricks all over the world for “democracy"… well, it seems it was mainly to cheat the world in owning, selling, and transporting petroleum to world buyers.
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Ivanna D. Jackson
My thoughts on all the anti-trans and anti-drag show rhetoric coming from politicians? It’s all stupid — trying to use us as a cover-up for all the idiotic things going on in this country.
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The wonderment of the gut
There are more than one hundred million brain cells in our guts. That is the two brains: One in our head and one in our gut.
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Pop goes the PRIDE quiz
In honor of Pride 2026, please enjoy this little quiz designed to test your basic understanding of LGBTQA+ history. Knowledge is power.
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Club Play Nightlife’sDeshawn Speight
Addressing community needs through his non-profit org, Open Hands
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‘Frank’ by Barney Frank
Frank decided to be out privately — and by late 1989, faced action from his Congressional colleagues over long-time relations with a male prostitute.
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Interview with Helen Clare Kinney
I’m thrilled to be back in Texas for a bit - I need to work on my two-stepping, eat enchiladas and chopped beef sandwiches, soak up the horizon line, and hang out with my family!
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‘Something We Said: Richard Pryor, A Notorious Word, and Me’ by Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor
This read is perfect for fans of this genre, or Richard Pryor, or of language — and it’s going to make you think
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Mary O’Neal finds a home at JR’s Bar & Grill
I take pride in making people smile and helping them forget their stress, even if it’s just for a little while. It’s about creating memorable experiences and meaningful connections.
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Thank you, Stephen Colbert
I’ll be watching when the final episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert airs May 21, probably with a wet tissue in one hand and a stiff drink in the other.