Who gets overlooked in breast cancer awareness?

Our latest feature explores breast cancer risks, screening and treatment for LGBTQ+ people, including transgender and nonbinary patients.

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Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker built a televangelist empire with deep roots in the Charlotte area. Their children have taken a different path.

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Charlotte's DRAGO has raised more than $105,000 for local charities since 2019, bringing together over 50 drag artists along the way.

Next up: a Halloween drag brunch benefiting Twirl to the World on October 17.

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Planning an LGBTQ+ getaway?

Columbus, Ohio, offers queer nightlife, arts districts, museums, restaurants and plenty to explore.

Discover where to stay, eat and go out in the latest LGBTQ Destinations: buff.ly/lMcW5iT

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Transgender issues resurfaced in the final moments of South Carolina's Senate debate between Darline Graham and Annie Andrews, following weeks of campaign controversy.

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Early voting in North Carolina begins TOMORROW!

Voters have until October 31 to cast ballots in person, with same-day registration available for eligible residents who missed the regular deadline.

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Charleston is celebrating Pride all October!

Charleston Pride returns with a parade, festival and entertainment, while Charleston Black Pride highlights health, wellness and LGBTQ+ people of color.

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North Carolina voters face three proposed constitutional amendments on November 3, covering income taxes, property taxes and voter ID.

What would they change, and why does it matter?

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Charlotte Pride is making some big changes for 2027!

Here's what to expect from next year's celebration.

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Does Emily Lordi's “Holding Lightning” reveal a new side of Whitney Houston?

Terri Schlichenmeyer reviews the biography exploring the legendary singer's life, loves and music in the latest Out in Print.

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Conor Murphy talks Smidley’s new album “Murphy Horse,” working with Lucy Dacus and finding community through his bisexual identity in Gregg Shapiro’s latest Out in Music interview.

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Supporting LGBTQ+ businesses helps strengthen local economies and communities.

Explore three LGBTQ+ chambers of commerce connecting entrepreneurs, professionals and consumers across the Carolinas.

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New HRC data finds 33% of LGBTQ+ adults are more open about their identities than two years ago, even as 56% say the political climate discourages openness.

The findings come ahead of National Coming Out Day and the 2026 midterms.

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You read us. Now come meet us!

Join Qnotes Connect on October 26, 6:30–9 PM at VisArt Video!

Meet our team, mingle with fellow readers, share your ideas and enter to win Apple AirPods!

FREE to attend. RSVP: buff.ly/6irKzZn

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Cards, cocktails and community.

SC Equality hosts Equality Royale, a black-tie recommended casino night fundraiser October 9 in Columbia.

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Today, Qnotes joins 17 other newsrooms for Local LGBTQ+ Media Giving Day.

The goal: $20,000 to support independent LGBTQ+ journalism. Donations are being matched while funds remain.

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As the 2026 midterms approach, voting rights groups are organizing volunteers to watch for potential voter intimidation at polling places.

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Who tells our stories?

For LGBTQ+ History Month, Episode 3 of “The Q by QnotesCarolinas” looks beyond the names and moments that make it into history books to explore what gets remembered, what gets lost and what we’re leaving behind.

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Finding LGBTQ+ affirming elder care isn't always straightforward.
Gerontologist Travis Friot shares what seniors and caregivers should look for, what questions to ask and the care options available.

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Transgender rights are on the ballot in 2026.

Taylor Heeden examines the Trump administration’s rhetoric and policies targeting transgender Americans and what’s at stake this November.

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#Qnotes #QnotesDemocracy #TransgenderRights #2026Midterms #Election2026