Written by Ivan Quintanilla, TravelingIQ.com Though most of us can’t physically travel right now, there’s still a wonderful world out there for us to explore […]
True Life Love Story: Love and Furniture in St. Petersburg
Love stories don’t only happen in the movies. When Nathalie met Haley Pryor, it was love at first sight. But there is so much more […]
Weekly Wellness Profile: Elaine Boucher, LMT & Reiki Master
Elaine Boucher, LMT & Reiki Master is originally from Maine, where she lived most of her life. After working in home care and hospice for over […]
Honoring Miss Vanessa Jackson and Her Legacy
The Fort Myers LGBTQ community is mourning the loss of one of their own this week. On Monday, March 5th, community activist and entertainer Miss […]
An International Women’s Day Shout Out to 5 Outstanding Florida Women
March 8th marked International Women’s Day, a day to honor and celebrate those who have pressed for progress (#pressforprogress) and furthered women’s equality. The #MeToo […]
Black History Month Spotlight: Audre Lorde
Audre Lorde described herself as a “black, lesbian, mother, warrior, poet,” according to her biography on the Poetry Foundation. Lorde was not only a talented poet […]
Author Spotlight: Humorist Fay Jacobs Returns to Gulfport with STILL Aging Gracefully: 50 Shades of Fay
Following last winter’s sold out show in Gulfport, humorist and author Fay Jacobs will be back in town on Thursday, March 8 at 7:00 p.m. […]
Black History Month Spotlight: Celebrating Wanda Sykes
Wanda Sykes may be best-known as an Emmy award-winning actress, writer, and comedian, but she’s also a passionate LGBTQ+ advocate, according to her Wikipedia page. […]
Adam Rippon: Winning Hearts and Medals at the Olympics
Adam Rippon made history by becoming the first openly gay American to qualify for the Winter Olympics, but that’s not the only thing that makes […]
Black History Month Spotlight: Remembering Bayard Rustin
Bayard Rustin was a pioneering civil rights leader, whose contributions are all too often forgotten because of his sexuality. Rustin was instrumental in building support […]
My Journey: Transitioning in College
The first time I told someone I wanted to be a boy, I was seventeen and in a department store dressing room. I had just […]
Singer Spotlight: Suede Returns to St Petersburg for a Benefit Concert on March 11th
I was first introduced to Suede’s sultry sounds a decade ago. Every Sunday morning, I would pour a cup of coffee, sit down with the […]
LGBTQ Artist Spotlight: Melissa C Romanaux
Local artist, Melissa C Romanaux, knows how to add a sparkle to everything she does. Her work, which can be found in local restaurants and […]
Couple Spotlight: Christye and Tyler Ozog, a Story of Gender Transition
Navigating a gender transition is never an easy process, but doing so as a couple can add unique challenges and test the strength of a […]
LGBTQ Artist Spotlight: David Rule
His love of art and use of multiple mediums sets David Rule apart from other artists in the St Petersburg area. Rule’s work can be […]
Sheree Greer Supports Women Writers of Color Through Kitchen Table Literary Arts
Nearly six years ago, professor and Bold Strokes Books author Sheree Greer accepted a tenured position teaching writing at St. Petersburg College. While she was […]
OUTCOAST Partner Profile: Caitlin Jones, Keller Willams Realtor
With a background in education and a passion for helping and connecting with people, Keller Williams realtor, Caitlin Jones, is one of the best realtors in […]
Stories of Pride: Jimmy Biascan’s Coming Out Story
Author: Jimmy Biascan No matter how much I tried to deny it, I eventually came to the realization that I am gay. I’d really known […]
OUTCOAST Profile: Penelope Smit and Elise Ann De Villiers, Match Fishing Champions
OUTCOAST sat down with Team USA Ladies Match Fishing teammates and spouses, Penelope Smit and Elise Ann De Villiers, to learn about their love for […]
OUTCOAST Partner Profile: Heather Stotts, Century 21 Realtor
OUTCOAST sat down with marketing partner, Heather Stotts from Century21 Beggins Enterprises to learn about her upbringing, real estate career, and dream home, because even […]
Naples Man, Abandoned at Birth in Iowa, Reunites with Brother
On the evening of March 30, 1965 in Fort Madison, Iowa, Edward Hoenig’s life changed forever when he found an abandoned infant in the front […]
OUTCOAST Leader Profile: Darden Rice, Chair of St. Petersburg City Council
As the first openly gay candidate to run for office in Pinellas County, Darden Rice knows best that when you want something bad enough, you […]
Story of Pride: Advice from a Gay Widower
As a naive, shy, 24-year-old from the New Jersey suburbs, Greg Stych fell hard when he met 39-year old Paul. Paul was mature, handsome, and […]
OUTCOAST Couple Profile: Cheryl and SueZie Hawkes – A Transition of Love
Although SueZie Hawkes knew in her mind and heart that she was a little girl in her youth, her physical form and society said otherwise. […]
OUTCOAST Leader Profile: Robert Shaffer, AKA “Pinky Penmark”
What do you get when you combine a bald retired financial consultant, a pink poodle skirt, and a love for philanthropy? You get Robert Shaffer […]