When I sat down to watch The Swimmer, I expected a typical sports underdog story — sweat, grit, and a big win at the end. But this film turned out to be so much more. The story follows Erez, a gifted young swimmer at a high-pressure Israeli training camp where
We wanted our son to understand, from the beginning, that he is not the center of the world — he is part of it. That he is a steward, not an owner. We took him to Kamiak Butte to say so out loud. My wife and I have hiked Kamiak often
Madonna launched Pride Month with a dazzling Times Square performance, live-streamed on Grindr for fans worldwide. The June 4th event transformed the heart of New York City into a giant dance floor, uniting the community in celebration and offering everyone an exclusive sneak peek at her highly anticipated album,
Looking for stories of woodsy whimsy and being as gay (happy) as Miss Bennet from Pride and Prejudice? Even better: stories that come from your own town? No, it’s not the new TJ Klune novel. These tales are as real as can be. This is the Rural Queer Open
Throughout history, churches have been places of safety for people all over the world, welcoming spaces that often provide food, safety, and community. But although they may have been beacons of light for many, they have historically not been places of safety for those in the LGBTQ+ and other marginalized
Spokane Pride Executive Director Matthew Danielson and North Idaho Pride Alliance Executive Director Sarah Lynch answer seven questions about the impact of Pride in Idaho and our rural conservative communities. Why is Pride in Idaho and rural areas so important? Matthew: The significance of Pride celebrations is even greater in
By Faith Ellis, UW News Lab | This story is republished through a content partnership with FāVS News, the only digital newsroom in America devoted entirely to local religion journalism. As lawmakers across the country continue to advance legislation targeting the LGBTQIA+ community, Washington state ended its 2025-26 legislative session
This article is published through a content partnership with FaVS News, the only digital newsroom in America devoted entirely to local religion reporting. Pastors at two Boise churches say welcoming transgender people is a matter of faith — and the new law puts them in an impossible position. The predominantly Christian
Wenatchee will no longer accept banner applications amid backlash after the city opted to fly Turning Point- backed family month banners instead of pride banners in June. “This decision reflects the City’s commitment to the overall health and cohesion of our community,” Wenatchee HR director Kim Oglesbee said in
This article is published through a content partnership with FaVS News, the only digital newsroom in America devoted entirely to local religion reporting. Six transgender people are suing Idaho for banning people from using sex-segregated facilities that do not align with their sex at birth, asking the district court
In this deeply moving documentary, P.S. Burn This Letter Please is notable not only for its subject but also for its unique discovery story. It begins when someone uncovers a box of sixty-year-old letters hidden in an abandoned storage unit. These letters, written by drag performers and
This article is published through a content partnership with FaVS News, the only digital newsroom in America devoted entirely to local religion reporting. Over the decades, I’ve been a Star Trek fan on a limited basis, preferring The Original Series (TOS) and The Next Generation (TNG) iterations, along with
From the moment I opened Waiting for Something Else, I was hooked. Martin Cloutier’s debut novel is equally hilarious, heartfelt, and thought-provoking. It’s hard to believe this is his first book, as it reads like the work of a seasoned storyteller. The fact that it is already
D-Day was one of the most important military operations of World War II. On June 6, 1944, Allied forces launched the Normandy landings in northern France, beginning the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi control. Known as Operation Overlord, the invasion brought together American, British, Canadian, and other Allied
In an age in which authenticity can be hard to find, Ross Collado stands out for his honest and soulful approach to art. Born and raised in the Philippines and now living in Seattle, Collado creates paintings that explore solitude, emotion, and the delicate balance between beauty and chaos. His
A public service announcement from a man who has been successfully gay married exactly one time with wisdom from couples smarter than he is. I received 67 written responses to my last column, “I Made All the Gay Dating Mistakes So You Don’t Have To.” …thank you. This doesn’
