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QnotesCarolinas

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3 months ago

Another try at blocking NC's new gerrymandered congressional districts - QnotesCarolinas.com Advocates argue NC’s new 1st District is unlawful retaliation against voters after mid-decade redistricting driven by partisan pressure.

NORTH CAROLINA - Voting rights groups ask federal judges to stop unethical partisan activity. Read more at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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3 months ago

Sex-ed curriculum changes required by federal directive to be activated - QnotesCarolinas.com #NorthCarolina #SexEducation #PREP #LGBTQYouth #EducationPolicy #GenderIdentity #NCNews #QNotes

NEWS - Trump admin continues LGBTQ+ erasure. Read more at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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3 months ago

Michael Willis Heard, creator behind viral “Yes King” audio, dead at 53 - QnotesCarolinas.com Pansexual creator and counselor Michael Willis Heard, known as Love and Light TV and the viral “Yes King” sound, has died at age 53.

NEWS - Heard, known online as Love and Light TV, was a former preacher turned adult content creator who built a devoted following. Read more at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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3 months ago

Artist Turns Harry Potter books into portraits of murdered Trans People - QnotesCarolinas.com Artist Tai Ericson transforms donated Harry Potter books into portraits honoring transgender lives lost to violence, reclaiming art from J.K. Rowling’s rhetoric.

ARTS & CULTURE - Tai Ericson uses lettering from the Harry Potter books to create artistic tributes. Read more at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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4 months ago

Federal Immigration agents coming to Charlotte - QnotesCarolinas.com U.S. Rep. Tim Moore backs Border Patrol operations in Charlotte as local leaders raise concerns about fear, safety, and immigrant community impact.

CHARLOTTE - Congressman Tim Moore backs plan as local leaders brace. Read more at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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4 months ago

While no one was watching: Belmont removes LGBTQ employee protections - QnotesCarolinas.com A Belmont attorney sues the city, alleging officials secretly removed LGBTQ workplace protections in violation of North Carolina’s open-meetings law.

NORTH CAROLINA - Charlotte suburb may have violated NC open-government laws. Read more at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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4 months ago

Interview: Author James Magruder - QnotesCarolinas.com James Magruder’s No One is Looking at You blends sharp wit and queer insight across decades in this brilliant, emotionally charged collection.

ARTS & CULTURE - Gay writer discusses life journey and new book. Read interview at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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4 months ago

Our People: Sonja Lee - QnotesCarolinas.com Sonja Lee of Indian Land, SC, reflects on advocacy, faith, and hope for the LGBTQ+ community from her peaceful home near Charlotte.

OUR PEOPLE - A local minister discusses her joys, service and journey to recovery. Read more at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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4 months ago

Organizations in NC serving the transgender community - QnotesCarolinas.com Explore organizations across North Carolina offering affirming care, advocacy, and community for transgender and gender-diverse individuals.

NORTH CAROLINA - Around the Tar Heel state multiple organizations offer a hand to trans individuals. Read more at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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4 months ago

A look back at friends and family lost over the past 12 months - QnotesCarolinas.com Trans Day of Remembrance (TDoR) recently released their “Remembering Our Dead” list for the period of Oct. 1, 2024 through Sept. 30, 2025. Since 1998, TDoR has tracked incidents of trans and…

NEWS - Transgender and nonbinary violence continues to plague our community. Read more at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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4 months ago

Vi Lyles defeats Terrie Donovan in Charlotte mayoral race - QnotesCarolinas.com Vi Lyles wins a fifth term as Charlotte mayor with 70% of the vote, overcoming recent controversies to remain a leading voice in city leadership.

ELECTIONS - Incumbent Democrat becomes Charlotte’s second-longest serving mayor. Read more at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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4 months ago

Mecklenburg County Election results 2025 - QnotesCarolinas.com Huntersville Mayor Christy Clark wins reelection as Democrats extend local gains across Mecklenburg County in key town and mayoral races.

ELECTIONS - Huntersville continues shifts to left. Read more at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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4 months ago

People magazine names gay actor Jonathan Bailey Sexiest Man Alive for 2025 - QnotesCarolinas.com People Magazine names gay British actor Jonathan Bailey its Sexiest Man Alive for 2025, honoring his talent, activism, and global appeal.

NEWS - ‘Bridgerton’ favorite takes the crown. Read more at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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7 months ago

Pride at the Carolina '25 brings film, drag, comedy and community to Uptown Charlotte - QnotesCarolinas.com The Carolina Theatre hosts Pride at the Carolina ’25, a week of film, drag, comedy & celebration Aug. 13–17 during Charlotte Pride.

PRIDE - Carolina Theatre rolls out a week of LGBTQ-centered events for Charlotte Pride. Read more at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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8 months ago

Charlotte Black Pride celebrates 20 years - QnotesCarolinas.com Charlotte Black Pride marks 20 years of celebrating, empowering, and honoring the city’s Black LGBTQ+ community.

PRIDE - Annual festivities honor the culture of Charlotte's Black LGBTQ+ community.

📅 Full list of events at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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8 months ago

Trump’s Big Ugly bill passes and poised to become law - QnotesCarolinas.com Trump’s sweeping agenda bill slashes Medicaid, SNAP, and green energy support, drawing harsh criticism from NC leaders.

NATIONAL - Medicaid and SNAP programs in North Carolina and across the country will be impacted by the bill. Read story at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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8 months ago

World Countries craft statement celebrating LGBTQ rights. The USA is not among them. - QnotesCarolinas.com Nations unite on Pride Day for LGBTQI rights. U.S. notably absent from statement as Trump-era rollbacks deepen.

NEWS - The United States’ support of LGBTQ rights has fallen in less than a year’s time. Read story at link👇

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QnotesCarolinas

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8 months ago

Tom Tillis to retire from Senate in ‘26, former NC Gov. Roy Cooper and Trump daughter-in-law Lara reportedly considering run - QnotesCarolinas.com Sen. Thom Tillis resigns over Medicaid cuts in Trump bill, opening NC’s Senate race. Roy Cooper, Lara Trump rumored to run.

NORTH CAROLINA - Tillis makes announcement after refusing to support Trump bill. Read story at link👇

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