The Buckeye Flame

12/09/2024

A new Ohio Republican bill would would charge Ohio teachers and librarians with a felony for the crime of “pandering obscenity” to prevent “unnecessary presentation of obscene materials to children in Ohio’s classrooms.”

The word “obscenity” is not defined anywhere in the bill.

The word ‘obscenity’ is not defined anywhere in the bill.

12/08/2024

YOUR SUNDAY READ (OR LISTEN!) - We spoke to Dr. Nathaniel Overmire of Franklin County about end-of-life dignity and building a more inclusive Ohio.

We spoke to Dr. Nathaniel Overmire of Franklin County about end-of-life dignity and building a more inclusive Ohio.

12/06/2024

Marion Public Health is interested in hearing the LGBTQ+ community's perspective on the services and programs we offer. Please follow the link or scan the QR code to access the survey.

tinyurl.com/MPH-LGBTQSURV

12/05/2024

After the Supreme Court's 'non-decision,' legal advocates say people in less-populated, more conservative counties will be most affected.

Transgender people in less-populated, more conservative counties will be most affected, legal advocates say.

12/04/2024

Huge congrats to Ohio's own Onya Nurve, just announced for the season 17 cast of RuPaul's Drag Race!

12/04/2024

The New Richmond teacher was suspended due to four LGBTQ+ books in her classroom containing “controversial issues,” which ran afoul of district policy. Now she is fighting back.

🔗 https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2024/12/04/ohio-teacher-sues-new-richmond-district/

12/03/2024

Ohio Republicans celebrated the restrictions on bathroom use that applies to K-12 as well as public and private colleges.

https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2024/12/03/republicans-celebrate-bathroom-bill/

12/03/2024

It has been roughly 40 years since the onset of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in our country, and thanks to extraordinary advances in antiretroviral therapy and support services, survivors are now living long, healthy lives. For this reason, more than half of people diagnosed with HIV in the United States a...

12/02/2024

With the recent news that Ohio Republicans are *DETERMINED* to pass the Parents' Bill of Rights (which would force teachers and school staff to out LGBTQ+ youth to their parents) in the next few weeks, we revisit this commentary from our editor Ken Schneck on how HB 8 would DESTROY for all students, not just the + ones.

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HB 8 was passed by the Ohio House in June 2023 and Republicans have said they are determined to pass it in 2024.

12/01/2024

World AIDS Day is an annual event observed on December 1st around the world. It is dedicated to raising awareness about the HIV/AIDS pandemic, honoring those who have died from the disease, and showing support for people living with HIV.
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The day serves as an opportunity to unite in the fight against HIV, to promote understanding and education about the virus, and to advocate for increased access to prevention, treatment, and care.

11/29/2024

'We are with you.’ Over 50 orgs and leaders publish open letter to Ohio’s LGBTQ+ community.

The letter comes as Ohio’s LGBTQ+ community has been subjected to an onslaught of anti-LGBTQ+ legislative action.

The letter comes as Ohio's LGBTQ+ community has been subjected to an onslaught of anti-LGBTQ+ legislative action.

11/27/2024

BREAKING NEWS: Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed the state's anti-transgender 'bathroom bill' into law – banning transgender students, staff and visitors from using restrooms that align with their genders at both public and private institutions.

The law will take effect in 90 days.

New law bans transgender students, staff and visitors from using restrooms that align with their genders at public and private institutions.

11/27/2024

HUZZAH! - We love being able to amplify amazing news...like this incredible grant that will help create transitional housing, permanent housing and community space to support + Ohioans at risk for experiencing homelessness.

🔗 https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2024/11/26/haus-of-transcendent-grant/

11/26/2024

A reminder that our good friends Kimberlin Dennis, Gil Kudrin and Dr. David Margolius are on a World AIDS Day panel moderated by Ken Schneck of The Buckeye Flame, on Tuesday, December 10 at noon at The City Club of Cleveland, sponsored by the AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland. 🔥

https://www.cityclub.org/forums/2024/12/10/aging-with-hivaids

11/26/2024

In the wake of HB 68, City Council has approved $500,000 to fund and youth mental healthcare

🔗 https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2024/11/25/cincinnati-funds-trans-health/

11/25/2024

Happiest of birthdays to The Buckeye Flame board member Ron Clemons, who once took us on an *incredible* tour of q***r Cincinnati.

We spent the gayest 24-hours in Cincinnati with a Black, gay elder who's been there through it all. From housing and healthcare to nightlife and body modification, LGBTQ+ Cincinnati has much to offer q***r elders looking to age differently.

11/25/2024

As the incoming administration has indicated their intent to reduce/remove rights, it is important to take action now. Here are some things to do straightaway!

🔗 https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2024/11/24/how-ohios-trans-community-can-prepare-for-a-2nd-trump-term/

11/24/2024

Unique experiences of stigma towards bisexual individuals (BI ERASURE!) can be a barrier in finding and building community.

“Unique experiences of stigma towards bisexual individuals can be a barrier in finding and building community.”