dbeard@dominionpost.com MORGANTOWN – The full House Health and Human Resources Committee got a first look at two foster care bills – one regarding LGBTQ issues and one […]
Tag: LGBTQ community
The sign says ‘Proud ally’ — but what does being one really mean?
BY ALISE CHAFFINS While driving or walking through the neighborhoods of Morgantown, you may have seen colorful yard signs declaring “Proud Ally.” Whenever there is a discussion […]
This Pride Month, our rights are under fire
by F. Willis Johnson As June ushers in Pride Month, cities worldwide erupt in a rainbow of celebrations, rallies and moments of reflection. While there’s a palpable […]
Guest essay: Appalachia was always beautifully queer
by Ash Orr Across West Virginia, the public debate around being queer or transgender is being framed as a “social contagion.” If that’s the case, I will […]
Pride Month kicks off in Morgantown
On this first day of Pride Month, we’d like to highlight Pride and Pride-themed events and activities happening around Morgantown in June. There’s a saying we recently […]
Your U.S. history class needed a film like ‘Rustin’
by LZ Granderson In the 90s I was a founding member of the Black History Club in high school, took Black history courses in college and worked […]
Rainbow House a welcome addition
This month, Rainbow House celebrated its grand opening. As Monongalia County’s first LGBTQ+ shelter, it’s a welcome addition to our community. Historically, emergency — and even long-term […]
Community gathers to celebrate grand opening of The Rainbow House
The moment 123 Pleasant Street’s doors opened Wednesday night, the venue was filled with a bustling crowd ready to enjoy the musical talents of local artists and […]
Project Rainbow opens first LGBTQ+ emergency shelter in West Virginia
Founded in October 2022 by Erin Shelton, Morgan Wood and Cassidy Thompson, Project Rainbow is a grassroots organization based in Monongalia County dedicated to providing support, resources […]
July 9 letters to the editor
Not religious? Church still offers community When I was hanging out at the Pride picnic, I encountered many folks who said they weren’t “religious.” I have always […]
