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Visalia getting LGBT Center

Opening in May, theSOURCE (http://thesourcelgbt.org), promises to be an important reSOURCE and focal point for the LGBT community.  Serving Tulare and Kings Counties from the main office in Visalia, and with satellite offices planned in Tulare and other cities, it will become the hub of activities, referrals, information, social activities, history, and more.  With contacts and […]

The young and the rest of us

With Pride celebrations around the corner, and warmer weather, I’d like to make what I call a “modest proposal.” Elsewhere, I have admitted to trolling Facebook. Rather than spending the rest of our natural lives discussing whether FB honestly reflects or distorts a clear vision of our communities, humor me and assume this: A lot

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Pecs and the City

“ Long before we had to suffer through the tired tropes of today’s romantic comedies, we had fairy tales; the sugar-spun stories of our childhood that made us believe in unrealistic things like talking animals, happy endings and Prince Charmings. They also made us puzzle over another important fact. No, I’m not talking about the

HIV PWP: Prevention With Positives

Prevention efforts to halt the spread of HIV traditionally focused on HIV-negative individuals. But according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a strategy centered solely on HIV-negative persons is not enough to stop HIV transmissions. The Atlanta-based CDC says it is crucial to include HIV-positive persons in efforts to reduce the risks of

A simple conversation

Dear Hateful Members of Society, Why do you not respect my presence? I am human. I breathe, sleep and eat just like you do.When you see me walk in a room, instead of cracking jokes or bringing unwanted attention to me, let’s have lunch, or a conversation. I can promise if you take the time

PrEP: A new tool in the fight against HIV/AIDS

There is a great deal of information coming out about PrEP. This column addresses that information and offers answers to questions one might have about a new way to fight HIV/AIDS infection. “PrEP” is the drug Truvada, manufactured by Gilead. PrEP is another way to keep a person from being infected with HIV.Up until now,

Four ideas for spring break getaways

It’s time to plan your spring and summer travel. Here are some ideas: Denver You can’t beat the mile-high city. I like the Warwick Hotel in trendy uptown. It offers free bikes and is just steps away from the bars and restaurants. Southwest, United, and Frontier airlines all fly from Indy to Denver. Starting April

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Should pets come along? Think it through

When making travel decisions, choose what is safest and most comfortable to your pet. For instance, unless you’ll be able to spend a lot of time with your dog, he’ll probably be happier at home than tagging along on your trip. As a rule, cats are almost always better off in their own home. But

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Pecs and the City

“ What exactly IS sex? Don’t worry, no need to doubt my credentials. I’m fully educated in many, many facets of sex and all of its peaks and valleys. But sex itself means different things to different people. So, to quote renowned 20th century poets Cheryl James and Sandra Denton: “Let’s talk about sex.” Don’t