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Pride Month

A University of North Florida student holds up a sign during a protest for LGBTQ+ rights last year.

Resisting, fighting added to celebration of Pride Month this year, UNF LGBTQ director says

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jun 21, 2023

Although Pride Month nears its end, its importance extends far beyond the month of June, especially as the community it celebrates continues to fight for its rights and existence amid a political battle...

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Elton John performs during his "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour

Pride Month Spotlight: Elton John

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 30, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.] Bringing an end to his touring career, Elton John is currently...

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Melissa Etheridge performs in concert while singing and playing a guitar

Pride Month Spotlight: Melissa Etheridge

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 29, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.]  Rock singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge grew a passion for...

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Brandi Carlile holds her emmys

Pride Month Spotlight: Brandi Carlile

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 28, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.]  Country artist Brandi Carlile has become a six-time Grammy...

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Rita Ora poses for photographers

Pride Month Spotlight: Rita Ora

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 27, 2022

Growing up in London and performing at open mics led Rita Ora to get noticed by Roc Nation, Jay-Z’s record label. Ora signed a deal with the label in 2009. After getting her break with Roc Nation,...

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Ricky Martin smiles during a concert and holding a microphone

Pride Month Spotlight: Ricky Martin

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 26, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.]  Grammy award-winning Puerto Rican artist Ricky Martin was...

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British singer George Michael sings in concert to raise money for AIDS charity Sidaction

Pride Month Spotlight: George Michael

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 25, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.]  Singer of Careless Whisper George Michael became one of the...

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Album art

Pride Month Spotlight: Dusty Springfield

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 24, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.]  1960s British pop/soul singer Dusty Springfield, born as...

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Hayley Kiyoko

Pride Month Spotlight: Hayley Kiyoko

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 23, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.]  Beginning her career by acting in Disney Channel originals,...

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Queen lead singer Freddie Mercury performs

Pride Month Spotlight: Freddie Mercury

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 22, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.]  Musical icon Freddie Mercury built a rock legacy as the lead...

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SZA poses for a portrait

Pride Month Spotlight: SZA

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 21, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.]  New Jersian R&B singer SZA (Solána Imani Rowe) did not...

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Omar Apollo song

Pride Month Spotlight: Omar Apollo

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 20, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.] Mexican American artist Omar Apollo was taught how to play...

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