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Monkeypox cases in Fresno

The World Health Organization has declared Monkeypox a World Health Emergency.  The community of Fresno County should know that: Monkeypox is a rare disease and, while many people affected in the current global outbreaks identify as gay or bisexual, monkeypox can spread to anyone through close, personal, often skin-to-skin contact including: Direct contact with monkeypox […]

KampOut Report

Well summer has finally arrived, and we all know what that means…yes… Kampout is coming…time to get out of the heat and head up the hiIl to our beautiful site across from Texas Flat Campground. If you’re like me, you can’t wait to get out of the heat and relax by a creek. The last

“O Queer One”

Photo by Tony Rubino A while back, I read a beautiful Twitter thread from a non-binary Christian. In it, they go through the Creation and how it stands for them as a testament of God’s love for them and their validity. I won’t do it justice, so I’ll just quote it: “… the variety in

LGBT Fresno’s fireworks stand

Independence Day will be here before we know it. It’s always a great day for food, friends, family and fun. Oh yes, and we can’t forget….. fireworks! LGBT Fresno has now begun selling fireworks at our stand. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and we really need your support. The funds raised allows

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Old Women v. New Women

In Netflix’s new show SuperNature, Ricky Gervais uses his time to poke fun at transgender women and the increasing number of people who affirm them. And why wouldn’t he? The news is putting a massive spotlight on transgender people. Lia Thomas, a transgender woman, won the NCAA national championship for the 500 freestyle in swimming.

Anti-Equality pastors and churches oppose pride flag raising and zoo night

Pastors, citizens and even our old friends ex-Clovis Mayor / current Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig and Fresno City councilmember Garry Bredefeld were on hand to speak out against their own citizens being treated with equality and fairness. We, the undersigned Pastors and Churches of Fresno and Clovis, are united together under the name and

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Fresno judge denies church attempt to stop sale of Tower Theatre

A Fresno County Superior Court Judge has tentatively denied a motion by Adventure Church to halt the sale of the historic Tower Theatre. Adventure Church has been at odds with the owners of the Tower Theatre after plans to sell the property to the church became mired in legal challenges. The church was offering $4.8

Fresno Chaffee Zoo responds to calls to cancel Pride Night

The zoo has received several calls, emails, and social media posts about the upcoming Pride Night event. Unfortunately, they have been comments in disagreement with the event occurring. The Fresno Chaffee Zoo has released the following statement today: Fresno Chaffee Zoo Celebrates Diversity in the communities that it serves The Fresno Chaffee Zoo is proud

Fresno councilmember calls on zoo to cancel pride night

A Fresno City Councilmember is speaking out against the Fresno Chaffee Zoo after the zoo announced a “Family Pride Night” event that would feature family-friendly drag queen performances. The after-hours, rsvp event is scheduled to take place on June 24. It will feature food trucks, activities, and several performances by drag queens. Early Wednesday morning,

Rebel Wilson comes out

Actress and singer Rebel Wilson split from boyfriend Jacob Busch. However, she has since found her “Disney Princess” in Ramona Agruma. According to a new report, Rebel Wilson’s gay best friend, Hugh Sheridan, set them up! He reportedly commented on Rebel’s Instagram post about Ramona. “Rebel’s gay best friend set me up with Ramona, and