The Buckeye Flame

02/02/2025

Settle in this Sunday for this longer read on the riveting story of how one LGBTQ+ Black Ohioan has had to bravely navigate support systems designed for people who don’t look like her or love like her.

Deneen Day has bravely navigated support systems designed for people who don't look like her or love like her.

02/02/2025

COME WORK WITH US! - The Buckeye Flame is seeking a Development Director.

This newly created role is pivotal to the growth & sustainability of our vital newsroom and will play a key role in shaping our future.

SHARE far and wide to help us get someone amazing!

This newly created role is pivotal to the growth and sustainability of our vital newsroom and will play a key role in shaping our future.

02/01/2025

“It has been my dream and my goal to serve my country for as long as I can remember,” said Nicolas Talbott.

Meet the trans Ohioan suing President Trump for his right to serve in the military.

“It has been my dream and my goal to serve my country for as long as I can remember,” said Nicolas Talbott.

01/31/2025

01/31/2025

YOUR FRIDAY FEELS: After the week we're all having, we could not be more proud to bring you this *ridiculously inspiring* story of how one Black, LGBTQ+ Ohioan blazed a trail in Alzheimer’s caregiving.

You need this story today. Trust us.

Deneen Day has bravely navigated support systems designed for people who don't look like her or love like her.

01/30/2025

Ohio native Durand Bernarr is ‘En Route’ to the Grammys and even more greatness.

The out artist is ready to make an “Impact” with his new single, album and possible Grammy award on the horizon.

The out artist is ready to make an “Impact” with his new single, album and possible Grammy award on the horizon.

01/29/2025

Proposed school design triggers anti-transgender backlash in rural school district

New Tipp City school designs include bathrooms that may be illegal to build under Ohio’s new anti-trans bathroom ban.

New Tipp City school designs include bathrooms that may be illegal to build under Ohio’s new anti-trans bathroom ban.

01/29/2025

WE’RE HIRING! – The Buckeye Flame is seeking a Development Director

This newly created role is pivotal to the growth and sustainability of our vital newsroom and will play a key role in shaping our future.

01/28/2025

“This is degrading, dehumanizing and disgusting.”

Ohio trans veterans respond to Trump’s move to ban military service by transgender Americans

"This is degrading, dehumanizing and disgusting."

01/27/2025

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, a unique opportunity has been organized in Central Ohio to celebrate love and build community, with a special emphasis on uplifting Black LGBTQ+ individuals.



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For those seeking romance, Blind Dating Pods will allow eligible Black and Brown singles to connect in a fun, intimate setting.

01/26/2025

We LOVE that people are suddenly rediscovering this piece from two years ago!

Yes, there's a lot of anti-LGBTQ+ darkness to cover right now. But there's also Q***R JOY out there and we're committed to amplifying it.

From Pride festivals to the Food Network, Sugar Vermonte is blazing a bold new path with an unforgettable mobile food experience.

01/25/2025

‘Never be afraid of the little voice in your head that’s telling you to be yourself.’

Don’t Let Them Dim Your Sparkle: Ohio’s Damien Serrato inspires as Mx. Trans USA 2024.

‘Never be afraid of the little voice in your head that's telling you to be yourself.’

01/24/2025

From Pride festivals to the Food Network, Sugar Vermonte is blazing a bold new path with an unforgettable mobile food experience.

01/23/2025

More on yesterday's big news...

The Flame's independent journalism and a collaboration with Marshall Project on outdated HIV laws receive nods.

01/22/2025

We are just plain floored to find out The Buckeye Flame was nominated for two(!) GLAAD Media Awards! These are like the Oscars of q***r journalism!

The Flame scooped up a nomination for "Outstanding Independent Journalism" and for "Outstanding Online Journalism Article" for our piece on HIV decriminalization with The Marshall Project! - https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2024/03/13/hes-23-and-in-an-ohio-prison/

01/22/2025

signed two sweeping executive orders that will affect Americans. Here’s what + Ohioans can expect.

Civil rights organizations say there is little to do but wait.

President Donald Trump signed two executive orders that could decimate transgender Americans’ access to health care, basic legal protections, federal identification documents and more.

01/21/2025

Community pushback halts ban on flag/classroom displays in Ohio village.

(And YES, we are *very intentionally* starting 2.0 with this story of an Ohio community pushing back to make a difference.)

The meeting included a conservative board member’s stunning breach of parliamentary procedure.

01/20/2025

Pretty important today…

Here are 7 things that Ohio same-sex families can do to protect their rights and their assets in the uncertain Trump years ahead.