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National Association of Black and White Men Together to Hold 40th Convention in New Orleans

July 19, 2021 By Frank Perez

The National Association of Black and White Men Together (NABWMT) will hold its 40th Convention in New Orleans from July 21 to July 24. Scott Duty, Co-Chair of the convention, said, “NABWMT has been at the forefront of anti-racism initiatives, equality for all, and creating supportive environments for those interested in interracial relationships for over 40 years.” “The … [Read more...] about National Association of Black and White Men Together to Hold 40th Convention in New Orleans

Frank Perez Announces Candidacy for City Council

July 16, 2021 By Frank Perez

Although it’s no secret, I am pleased to officially announce my candidacy for New Orleans City Council, District C.  District C incumbent Kristin G. Palmer is running for an At-Large seat on the Council, thus leaving the District C seat open. I’ve never run for office before but I’m no stranger to politics.  As a columnist, I’ve covered many issues concerning … [Read more...] about Frank Perez Announces Candidacy for City Council

How Well Do You Know French Quarter History?

June 16, 2021 By Frank Perez

·         Was Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville gay? ·         Was New Orleans named after a cross-dresser? ·         Did the Catholic Church let the French Quarter burn down in 1788? ·         Did a gay Jewish man save St. Louis Cathedral from destruction? ·       … [Read more...] about How Well Do You Know French Quarter History?

Congo Square, City Hall, & the Municipal Auditorium

June 16, 2021 By Frank Perez

City officials are stubbornly proceeding with Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s proposal to relocate City Hall to the old Municipal Auditorium despite fierce opposition from residents in Treme and other community advocates. Cantrell first suggested the proposal shortly after being elected.  In 2019, the administration commissioned a study that found the existing City Hall was … [Read more...] about Congo Square, City Hall, & the Municipal Auditorium

Access Health Introduces Free HIV Home Testing Kits & Counseling for Southeast LA Residents

June 11, 2021 By Community Contributor

No insurance or copay required; testing encouraged regularly for all adults 18-64 NEW ORLEANS, LA (May 6, 2021) — Access Health Louisiana (AHL) is pleased to announce its home-based testing program, GetCheckedAHL, which provides free HIV testing and counseling services to residents across southeast Louisiana. Participants will receive a home-based kit and be scheduled for a … [Read more...] about Access Health Introduces Free HIV Home Testing Kits & Counseling for Southeast LA Residents

Steven Powell (1956-2021)

May 31, 2021 By Community Contributor

Steven Powell passed away suddenly on May 21, 2021 at his home in New Orleans. He was 64. He was born on September 1, 1956 in Campbellsville, KY, to Barbara Edelen Powell and the lateBobbie Lewis Powell. A graduate of Western Kentucky University, Powell retired after a thirty year career asLegislative Analyst at Equifax; at that time, the United States Senate recognized … [Read more...] about Steven Powell (1956-2021)

Healing a Broken Heart

May 19, 2021 By Catherine Roland

This past week I was asked a question: “My heart feels broken. How can I heal it?”  It’s a difficult and multi-faceted question that I had to think about quite a bit. For purposes of this article, the concept of a broken heart shall be taken in a broad sense, one not necessarily having to do with primary love as in partner or spousal relationships.  An example … [Read more...] about Healing a Broken Heart

Queer Streets: LGBT+ Representation in New Orleans Street Names

April 26, 2021 By Frank Perez

The New Orleans City Council Street Renaming Commission (CCSRC) recently issued a report that identified 37 streets named after Confederate generals, politicians, and other sympathizers of “the Lost Cause” and included suggestions for renaming those streets.  Noticeably absent in the suggestions for renaming these streets is any LGBTQ+ representation. The exclusion is odd … [Read more...] about Queer Streets: LGBT+ Representation in New Orleans Street Names

Legislature Targets Trans Youth

April 19, 2021 By Frank Perez

The Louisiana legislature is back in session and has turned its horrifying attention to trans youth.  In its infinite ignorance, the legislature will consider four bills this session that would legally enshrine discrimination against trans youth.  The proposals are so draconian, they will certainly result in the death of more trans youth if passed. SB 104 would ban … [Read more...] about Legislature Targets Trans Youth

In New Orleans, Truth is Stranger Than Fiction

April 6, 2021 By Frank Perez

Pardon my French, but a lot of tour guides in New Orleans are full of shit.  Those guides have never taken my Professional Tour Guiding classes. If you’ve ever spent any time walking the French Quarter or sitting outside a bar there, you already know.  I hear it all the time when I’m sitting on my balcony.  It never ceases to amaze me to learn of all the … [Read more...] about In New Orleans, Truth is Stranger Than Fiction

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