In this print edition, qnotes takes a look at the upcoming Pride festivals and parades in Durham, Raleigh and Asheville, plus info on upcoming film festivals, screenings and other events, and news on Time Out Youth, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department and more!

Cover stories

Pride CLT poised to thrill
Committee members’ dedication and hard work pays off

New entertainers, local partnerships highlighted for NC Pride
Organizers proud to present Asheville’s Cantaria

Print Exclusives:
Preview: Pride Charlotte 2010
Preview: NC Pride 2010
Preview: Blue Ridge Pride 2010

News

Unique dynamics a call for inclusion
Professor, Time Out Youth raising teen dating violence awareness

CMPD chief to attend community forum scheduled for Oct. 12 at LGBT center
Richmond advocate: Chief Rodney Monroe known for positive LGBT relationships in his time here

And the survey says…
Annual Community Marketing Study reveals insights into Carolinas LGBTs

Beyond the Carolinas: Anti-gay campaigning mars election season

Carolinas: Student sends call to action (more Carolinas News Notes…)

Arts & Entertainment

Film festivals build bridges, present feature documentary
‘Gen Silent’ to screen at Regal Park Terrace on Sept. 26

Audiophile: A closer look at VH1’s greatest artists

Print Exclusives:
ASU hosts film series
Student films feature ‘revolution’
Kissing for a cause: Two NJ students attempt a record breaker
Tell Trinity: Good dating: Is it a monthly cycle?
Out in the Stars: Sept. 18-Oct. 1
MA: For Mature Audiences Only

Opinions & Views

Editor’s Note: Progress in the QC: Credit, where credit is due

General Gayety: Youth, meth and going viral

T-Notes: Surgery?

QPoll: Three Pride fests, so little time

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TalkBack: Letters, Comments