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This week’s issue is OUT! When home isn’t safe, community steps in — how Sunshine Pride House is helping LGBTQ young adults build stability and hope.
Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
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Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
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OUTFAU: From free donuts to QR codes and protests, FAU’s College Democrats have become one of the most visible forces on campus — quadrupling their following from 300 to 1,200 and driving student voter engagement ahead of major Florida elections.
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The College Democrats: Method to the Madness | YCA Winner
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January 16, 2026 at 5:07 PM
OUTFAU: From free donuts to QR codes and protests, FAU’s College Democrats have become one of the most visible forces on campus — quadrupling their following from 300 to 1,200 and driving student voter engagement ahead of major Florida elections.
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tinyurl.com/bd5wwx4f
BOOKS: Need a mental reset? Four new books dive into gaslighting, war and the brain, common knowledge, and even how to harness your dreams for better mental health.
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Books to Clear Your Mind: Four New Titles on Mental Health and the Human Brain
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January 15, 2026 at 3:07 PM
BOOKS: Need a mental reset? Four new books dive into gaslighting, war and the brain, common knowledge, and even how to harness your dreams for better mental health.
tinyurl.com/42nbfnks
tinyurl.com/42nbfnks
HOT DISH: Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival returns Jan. 19–25, spotlighting Broward’s top chefs with tastings, collab dinners, classes, and marquee events like BBQ at the Beach and The Grand Tasting.
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Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival Puts Local Hospitality Industry In The Spotlight
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January 15, 2026 at 3:06 PM
HOT DISH: Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival returns Jan. 19–25, spotlighting Broward’s top chefs with tastings, collab dinners, classes, and marquee events like BBQ at the Beach and The Grand Tasting.
tinyurl.com/5ddfm6kb
tinyurl.com/5ddfm6kb
OP-ED: The LGBTQ community champions underdogs — but what happens when one of us wins? An opinion on why success makes us uneasy, and why equality must include power, leadership, and influence.
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Who Do We Cheer When We Win? | Opinion
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January 15, 2026 at 3:06 PM
OP-ED: The LGBTQ community champions underdogs — but what happens when one of us wins? An opinion on why success makes us uneasy, and why equality must include power, leadership, and influence.
tinyurl.com/59r86v5y
tinyurl.com/59r86v5y
OP-ED: South Florida author Scot Rogers turns Wilton Manors satire into a sharp, outrageous novel series — from a gay pool party “shitshow” to a wealthy, dysfunctional Hicksville family saga.
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From Wilton Manors to Hicksville: The Times of Scot Rogers | Opinion
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January 15, 2026 at 2:42 PM
OP-ED: South Florida author Scot Rogers turns Wilton Manors satire into a sharp, outrageous novel series — from a gay pool party “shitshow” to a wealthy, dysfunctional Hicksville family saga.
tinyurl.com/zwctf5pa
tinyurl.com/zwctf5pa
LOCAL: A driver who tried to run down a West Palm Beach LGBTQ run club with his SUV now faces a hate crime enhancement. Members describe a terrifying attack — and a powerful show of community in response.
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Driver Faces Hate Crime After Targeting LGBTQ Run Club
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January 15, 2026 at 2:41 PM
LOCAL: A driver who tried to run down a West Palm Beach LGBTQ run club with his SUV now faces a hate crime enhancement. Members describe a terrifying attack — and a powerful show of community in response.
tinyurl.com/bdz7t5yj
tinyurl.com/bdz7t5yj
This week’s issue is OUT! When home isn’t safe, community steps in — how Sunshine Pride House is helping LGBTQ young adults build stability and hope.
Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
tinyurl.com/mt7znyme
Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
tinyurl.com/mt7znyme
January 15, 2026 at 2:24 PM
This week’s issue is OUT! When home isn’t safe, community steps in — how Sunshine Pride House is helping LGBTQ young adults build stability and hope.
Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
tinyurl.com/mt7znyme
Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
tinyurl.com/mt7znyme
PETS: Meet Mama: a playful 2-year-old, 30-lb pup who loves kids, toys, and making new friends. Potty-trained, social, and ready for adventures—she’s looking for her forever home.
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Pets | Mama: I'm Great with Kids and I'm Playful
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January 14, 2026 at 3:25 PM
PETS: Meet Mama: a playful 2-year-old, 30-lb pup who loves kids, toys, and making new friends. Potty-trained, social, and ready for adventures—she’s looking for her forever home.
tinyurl.com/2r47zd4v
tinyurl.com/2r47zd4v
FOOD: Southern comfort meets coastal breeze at Florida Room, the new waterside spot from chefs Jeff McInnis & Janine Booth at The Fort. Think grits, pimento cheese, citrusy seafood, fried chicken—and a patio made for lingering.
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Florida Room: Where Southern Comfort Finds a Coastal Breeze
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January 14, 2026 at 3:22 PM
FOOD: Southern comfort meets coastal breeze at Florida Room, the new waterside spot from chefs Jeff McInnis & Janine Booth at The Fort. Think grits, pimento cheese, citrusy seafood, fried chicken—and a patio made for lingering.
tinyurl.com/2s48bc7m
tinyurl.com/2s48bc7m
LOCAL: From first step to first 5K: Front Runners’ free Couch to 5K returns Jan. 21 in Fort Lauderdale—no experience, no cost, just community. One past participant went from beginner to half-marathoner.
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Couch to 5K Returns, Turning New Runners into a Community
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January 14, 2026 at 3:15 PM
LOCAL: From first step to first 5K: Front Runners’ free Couch to 5K returns Jan. 21 in Fort Lauderdale—no experience, no cost, just community. One past participant went from beginner to half-marathoner.
tinyurl.com/48wt44xb
tinyurl.com/48wt44xb
TO DO: Drag stars Symone & Gigi Goode, FLIFF 2026 kickoff, Wonder Woman art, Broadway history, charity bingo, dance troupes, and nonstop nightlife—South Florida is stacked Jan. 15–21.
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Things to Do
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January 14, 2026 at 3:07 PM
TO DO: Drag stars Symone & Gigi Goode, FLIFF 2026 kickoff, Wonder Woman art, Broadway history, charity bingo, dance troupes, and nonstop nightlife—South Florida is stacked Jan. 15–21.
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tinyurl.com/bddbyux9
NATIONAL: Two trans girls at the center of Supreme Court cases don’t fit the stereotypes used to ban trans athletes. One didn’t make her college team; the other never went through male puberty. Their cases could shape what comes next.
Story by Kate Sosin, @19thnews.org
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Story by Kate Sosin, @19thnews.org
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The Trans Athletes at the Center of Supreme Court Cases Don’t Fit Conservative Stereotypes
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January 13, 2026 at 2:38 PM
NATIONAL: Two trans girls at the center of Supreme Court cases don’t fit the stereotypes used to ban trans athletes. One didn’t make her college team; the other never went through male puberty. Their cases could shape what comes next.
Story by Kate Sosin, @19thnews.org
tinyurl.com/bdfbv4ku
Story by Kate Sosin, @19thnews.org
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MUSIC: From Sylvester’s Mighty Real disco legacy to new releases by Neko Case, Jay Som, and Hand Habits, queer artists keep reshaping pop, indie, and dance across generations.
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Q-Music: Mighty Real Queer Artists
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January 13, 2026 at 2:14 PM
MUSIC: From Sylvester’s Mighty Real disco legacy to new releases by Neko Case, Jay Som, and Hand Habits, queer artists keep reshaping pop, indie, and dance across generations.
tinyurl.com/3jnzppp7
tinyurl.com/3jnzppp7
MOVIES: From indie standouts to bold studio swings, these 8 films defined 2025—from The Baltimorons and Sorry, Baby to queer docs and daring genre hits. Our critic’s picks, ranked.
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In My Humble Opinion, 2025’s 8 Best Movies
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January 13, 2026 at 2:14 PM
MOVIES: From indie standouts to bold studio swings, these 8 films defined 2025—from The Baltimorons and Sorry, Baby to queer docs and daring genre hits. Our critic’s picks, ranked.
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tinyurl.com/mrfz3fau
HOT DISH: South Florida’s food scene is shifting: Wilton Creamery closes, Courtyard Café adds dinner, Proof debuts shareable plates at friendly prices, The Florida Room opens waterside in FTL, and Southern soul food lands in Wynwood.
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Out With The Old, In With The New
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January 13, 2026 at 2:14 PM
HOT DISH: South Florida’s food scene is shifting: Wilton Creamery closes, Courtyard Café adds dinner, Proof debuts shareable plates at friendly prices, The Florida Room opens waterside in FTL, and Southern soul food lands in Wynwood.
tinyurl.com/37u5jfst
tinyurl.com/37u5jfst
OP-ED: A masked ICE agent fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis—video from multiple angles contradicts official claims. This opinion argues the officer should face state murder charges and Kristi Noem be prosecuted as an accessory.
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Noem, The ICE Agent Should be Prosecuted Under Minnesota's Murder Laws | Opinion
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January 13, 2026 at 2:11 PM
OP-ED: A masked ICE agent fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis—video from multiple angles contradicts official claims. This opinion argues the officer should face state murder charges and Kristi Noem be prosecuted as an accessory.
tinyurl.com/y2e49tz7
tinyurl.com/y2e49tz7
OutFAU closes 2025 loud, queer, and community-powered: 8 issues, 10 awards, and a campus that keeps showing up. Plus, our first-ever Your Choice Awards are finally here.
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OutFAU Wrapped | Letter From The Editor
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January 13, 2026 at 2:11 PM
OutFAU closes 2025 loud, queer, and community-powered: 8 issues, 10 awards, and a campus that keeps showing up. Plus, our first-ever Your Choice Awards are finally here.
tinyurl.com/yhpy46pn
tinyurl.com/yhpy46pn
A&E: At the Golden Globes, EJAE’s win for Golden wasn’t about polish—it was about rejection, rerouted dreams, and reclaiming her voice on her own terms. A reminder that it’s never too late to grow.
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A Golden Moment, A Golden Reminder
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January 13, 2026 at 2:10 PM
A&E: At the Golden Globes, EJAE’s win for Golden wasn’t about polish—it was about rejection, rerouted dreams, and reclaiming her voice on her own terms. A reminder that it’s never too late to grow.
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tinyurl.com/2j3hh9r4
TELEVISION: Ten legendary drag pageant winners move into one South Florida mansion to compete for $50K in Pageant Queens—a raw, unscripted series that spotlights drag history, vulnerability, and the stories behind the crown.
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Travis Stancil Brings A Galaxy Of Drag Titans Together For The New Series 'Pageant Queens'
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January 12, 2026 at 3:18 PM
TELEVISION: Ten legendary drag pageant winners move into one South Florida mansion to compete for $50K in Pageant Queens—a raw, unscripted series that spotlights drag history, vulnerability, and the stories behind the crown.
tinyurl.com/mwtw7cxa
tinyurl.com/mwtw7cxa
TRAVEL: Midtown rarely slows down—but NH Collection New York Madison Avenue does. From Serafina’s polished Italian dining to a calm breakfast buffet and a jazz-kissed cocktail lounge, it’s a rare place to eat well, unwind, and reset in NYC.
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Where to Eat & Unwind at NH Collection New York Madison Avenue
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January 12, 2026 at 3:18 PM
TRAVEL: Midtown rarely slows down—but NH Collection New York Madison Avenue does. From Serafina’s polished Italian dining to a calm breakfast buffet and a jazz-kissed cocktail lounge, it’s a rare place to eat well, unwind, and reset in NYC.
tinyurl.com/3a3jzznf
tinyurl.com/3a3jzznf
OP-ED: After a year dominated by bad news, this opinion argues 2025 deserves celebration—LGBTQ visibility expanded in the media, leadership stayed strong, and pride proved to be a mindset rooted in joy, resilience, and progress.
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A Year Worth Celebrating: Pride, Progress, and Possibility | Opinion
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January 8, 2026 at 2:55 PM
OP-ED: After a year dominated by bad news, this opinion argues 2025 deserves celebration—LGBTQ visibility expanded in the media, leadership stayed strong, and pride proved to be a mindset rooted in joy, resilience, and progress.
tinyurl.com/2dfw55hp
tinyurl.com/2dfw55hp
KEY WEST: Costumes, cocktails, and a parade of “wieners” (and wiener wannabes) take over Key West as Wienerpalooza returns Jan. 11—hot dog outfits, chihuahua flash mob, and all.
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Calling All Island Dogs for Wienerpalooza
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January 8, 2026 at 2:55 PM
KEY WEST: Costumes, cocktails, and a parade of “wieners” (and wiener wannabes) take over Key West as Wienerpalooza returns Jan. 11—hot dog outfits, chihuahua flash mob, and all.
tinyurl.com/3r6p2r8h
tinyurl.com/3r6p2r8h
This week’s issue is OUT! Heroes among us—Stonewall honors Barney Frank, Jon Stryker, and Janis Ian for a lifetime of LGBTQ impact and leadership.
Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
tinyurl.com/55zwbn6f
Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
tinyurl.com/55zwbn6f
January 8, 2026 at 2:42 PM
This week’s issue is OUT! Heroes among us—Stonewall honors Barney Frank, Jon Stryker, and Janis Ian for a lifetime of LGBTQ impact and leadership.
Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
tinyurl.com/55zwbn6f
Pick up a copy around town or click the link below to read a digital version.
tinyurl.com/55zwbn6f
PETS: Junior is a resilient 2-year-old tuxedo cat who lost a leg but not his love for cuddles. Sweet, affectionate, and ready for a fresh start, he’s hoping to find his forever home.
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tinyurl.com/44fvccyr
Pets | Junior: A Sweet Boy
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January 7, 2026 at 2:38 PM
PETS: Junior is a resilient 2-year-old tuxedo cat who lost a leg but not his love for cuddles. Sweet, affectionate, and ready for a fresh start, he’s hoping to find his forever home.
tinyurl.com/44fvccyr
tinyurl.com/44fvccyr
KEY WEST: Can the novel survive the age of short attention spans? The Key West Literary Seminar returns Jan. 8–11 with Rachel Kushner, Marlon James, Patricia Lockwood, Colm Tóibín, and more exploring why long-form still matters.
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‘Pay Attention!’ to the Key West Literary Seminar
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January 7, 2026 at 2:11 PM
KEY WEST: Can the novel survive the age of short attention spans? The Key West Literary Seminar returns Jan. 8–11 with Rachel Kushner, Marlon James, Patricia Lockwood, Colm Tóibín, and more exploring why long-form still matters.
tinyurl.com/3jjh6uhy
tinyurl.com/3jjh6uhy