Our People: GraceLynn Jae’El
A life that began as a twinkle in West Virginia has made its way to the south side of Charlotte and grown into a bright and colorful rainbow. Like all rainbows, it took storms, rain and sunshine before such true beauty would be fully realized. Of course, that’s all a lavish metaphor, but nothing short…
Our People: DJ Ghost
Out, loud and proud, DJ Ghost is a familiar name in the Carolinas’ LGBTQ+ community. An unapologetic advocate for equality and social justice, he’s never been one to mince words. In fact, his Facebook page boldly declares: “If you voted for Trump, don’t add me.” For years, DJ Ghost, also known as Michael Todd Calton…
Our People: Chann Daily
Sanguine: being cheerful, confident, and optimistic, especially in a difficult situation. It’s more than simply looking on the bright side — it’s the ability to hold onto hope when circumstances give you every reason not to. It is optimism with a little grit behind it, the quiet belief that difficult moments do not get the…
Our People: Qnotes’ podcast cohost Vanna Vanity is Nic Booher
Charlotte resident Nic Booher is a multi-talented creative individual whose fabulous alter ego, Vanna Vanity, brings personality, energy and plenty of smiles to stages and dance floors alike. Whether co-hosting Qnotes’ monthly podcast “The Q by QnotesCarolinas,” commanding the room from a DJ booth or captivating an audience with drag performance, Booher has carved out…
Our People: Tom Warshauer
Happily settled in Charlotte’s Plaza Midwood neighborhood is a guy who once asked for a hippopotamus for Christmas. Imagine his surprise when his nephew took the request to heart and sent him a giant stuffed hippo as a Christmas gift. Hopefully, the impact of that memorable present is something its recipient knows all too well…
