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Measure would ban anti-LGBT discrimination in Houston

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Michael Stephens

Charter amendment could also allow DP benefits for city workers DANIEL WILLIAMS | Contributing Writer HOUSTON — Long-brewing plans to place a city-wide non-discrimination policy before Houston voters became public this week. Since December a coalition of organizations and leaders have … Continue reading →

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Celebration of Love Gala raises funds for Lesbian Health Initiative

Posted on February 1, 2012 by admin

The Lesbian Health Initiative of Houston is celebrating Valentine’s Day a little early with their Celebration of Love Gala Saturday, Feb. 11. at the Double Tree Hotel downtown (400 Dallas Street). The 10th annual gala is the 20-year-old organization’s major … Continue reading →

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WATCH: GLSEN student ambassadors, executive director on Great Day Houston

Posted on January 30, 2012 by admin

The Gay Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN) executive director Dr. Eliza Byard and GLSEN Student Ambassadors Tommy Surratt and Gabe Maffuz stopped by Great Day Houston last week to talk about the organiation’s efforts. Surratt, who is straight, was joined by … Continue reading →

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The good, the bad & the ‘A-List’

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Michael Stephens

These arts, cultural & sports stories defined gay Dallas in 2011 A lot of eyes were focused on Dallas nationally in 2011 — for good and bad — but much of what made the city a fun place last year … Continue reading →

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Former GLBT Political Caucus President to lead Harris County Democratic Party

Posted on December 22, 2011 by admin

Former Houston GLBT Political Caucus president and longtime Democratic party activist Lane Lewis was elected to serve as the Harris County Democratic Party interim chair by the County Executive Committee on Tuesday, December 20. Lewis will serve the remainder of … Continue reading →

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GLBT Community Center offers Christmas Dinner

Posted on December 22, 2011 by admin

For many, Christmas is a time for family, but as we all know, not everyone in the LGBT community is on the best terms with their family, and for others financial concerns keep them from traveling during the holidays. For … Continue reading →

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“Head Figure Head” more about journalism than about Gov. Rick Perry’s sex life

Posted on December 16, 2011 by admin

Head Figure Head, the new e-book from Glen Maxey, details the author’s arduous and frustrating six-month effort to investigate rumors of Gov. Rick Perry’s gay sex life. Maxey served as executive director of the Lesbian/Gay Rights Lobby of Texas (now … Continue reading →

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Dave Wilson robo-calls Houstonians, warns of Annise Parker’s ‘alternative lifestyle’

Posted on October 28, 2011 by admin

Houston mayoral candidate Dave Wilson has stepped up his homophobic attacks against incumbent Mayor Annise Parker with a recent robo-call targeting Houston voters: “Hello Houstonians, this is Dave Wilson, candidate for mayor. In 2009 I warned voters that Annise Parker … Continue reading →

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Local briefs • 10.14.11

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Michael Stephens

RCD hosts ‘The 5 Factor’ Resource Center Dallas, in partnership with Dallas Modern Luxury, presents the third annual “The 5 Factor” event on Thursday, Oct. 20, at eM the venue by Marc, 1500 Dragon St. in Dallas. “The 5 Factor” … Continue reading →

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Investigation clears gay Fort Worth teacher

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Michael Stephens

Kristopher Franks set to return to work Friday after 4-day leave stemming from allegations of improper behavior Tammye Nash | Senior Editor nash@dallasvoice.com FORT WORTH — Gay Western Hills High School teacher Kristopher Franks, put on paid administrative leave on … Continue reading →

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