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Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: This small town drag brunch brought threats — then sparked long-term activism

by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | Mar 20, 2026 | Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, LGBTQ+, Local Organizing, North Carolina Community

In 2022, restaurant owner Tiffany Dahle in Stanly County, N.C., hosted a drag brunch that drew threats. Here’s why she’s still fighting for her community.  By Gwen Frisbie-Fulton  Working Class Storytelling Photo by Nico Ruge on Unsplash...
Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: On Black Friday, honoring the retail workers

Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: On Black Friday, honoring the retail workers

by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | Nov 28, 2025 | Affordability, Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, Labor, North Carolina

As millions hunt for deals and fill their carts on Black Friday and during this holiday season, remember and honor the people who make it possible.

Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: I went on a Reconnaissance Mission to Cracker Barrel

by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | Sep 16, 2025 | Beacon Voices, Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, Reclaiming Rural, U.S. Politics

Cracker Barrel rebranded, and the Internet freaked out. Gwen made it her mission to find out more.

Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: The real reason we’re being told to hate Pride

Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: The real reason we’re being told to hate Pride

by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | Jun 30, 2025 | Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, LGBTQ+, Local Organizing, North Carolina, North Carolina Community

Small town pride events showcase the best of us. Why do some want to stoke hate?

Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: Congress is pushing to drastically cut food aid. Why? 

Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: Congress is pushing to drastically cut food aid. Why? 

by Gwen Frisbie-Fulton | Jun 12, 2025 | Affordability, Gwen Frisbie-Fulton, North Carolina State Politics, Politics, U.S. Politics

Devastating cuts are on the table for communities across the country and the more than 1.4 million North Carolinians who rely on food stamps.

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