Mooneyham Art LLC proudly announces Leo’s On Fire, a celebratory exhibition and free public event to be held on Friday, August 23, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM at its downtown Alton gallery, located at 305 State Street. The event commemorates the birthdays and art of Charles Mooneyham, Jon Ross-Mooneyham, and Stephen Scordias—three pivotal figures behind the gallery’s creative evolution. This spirited evening…
Jeff Harnar Sings at Blue Strawberry August 8
Multiple BroadwayWorld Award-winning concert artist JEFF HARNAR will celebrate his latest album Jeff Harnar Sings Sammy Cahn: The Second Time Around – the acclaimed tribute to legendary Academy Award-winning lyricist – with a string of major concerts this summer. The dates include Vibrato Grill Jazz in Los Angeles, CA (Tuesday, July 22), Coachella Valley Repertory in Cathedral City, CA (Thursday, July 24), Hey Nonny in Arlington Heights, IL (Wednesday, August 6), and Blue Strawberry in St.…
The MAGA Movement Embodies the Real Sin of Sodom
For generations, the story of Sodom and Gomorrah has been weaponized to justify discrimination—particularly against LGBTQ+ people—by those who claim the cities were destroyed due to sexual deviance. But a closer reading of both the Bible and historical religious commentary reveals a different, often overlooked truth: the real sin of Sodom was a brutal inhospitality…
Illinois Preserves Lifeline: State Commits to 988 Mental Health Crisis Line After Trump Cuts Funding Amid LGBTQ Attacks
As Donald Trump continues his relentless assault on LGBTQ rights and public health infrastructure, his administration’s latest move has drawn sharp criticism: slashing federal funding for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. This vital service, launched in 2022 as an easy-to-remember mental health and suicide crisis number, has saved countless lives—especially within vulnerable communities such…
A Tender Reckoning with Queer Legacy: Drought by Scott Alexander Hess
In Drought, St. Louis native Scott Alexander Hess delivers a quietly lush and emotionally charged novel that explores queer longing, inheritance, and the hard-won tenderness that blooms between men in the margins. At once a ghost story, a pastoral memory play, and a queer coming-of-self, Drought offers a deeply felt portrait of an uncle and…
Big Drag Sale at Grey Fox 7/19
A huge selection of drag, including costumes, gowns, fabric, wigs and jewelry will be on sale at Grey Fox this afternoon. Performers clearing out their dressing rooms include Candy Principle, Alexis Principle, Mariah Candy, Seymore Chilton, Avah Synclair Cavalier and Lilly Cavelli. They’re cleaning house and passing the savings on to you! These are seasoned…
Thomas Blue’s Shots of Martha Wash at City Winery St. Louis
Martha Wash performed at City Winery St. Louis last night, and it felt like an evening with an old friend. In the audience were plenty of LGBTQ folks, as well as dignitaries including former mayor Tishaura Jones. Photographer Thomas Blue was on hand to capture the show. SEE OUR INTERVIEW WITH MARTHA WASH
Black Pride STL Facing $30k Shortfall, Launching $30 for 30 Campaign
Black Pride STL is marking 30 years of uplifting and advocating for the Black LGBTQ+ community, but the milestone comes with urgency. That’s why they’re launching the $30 for 30 Campaign, a call for supporters to give $30 in honor of 30 years. Every dollar helps sustain programs rooted in justice, joy, and safety. It…
An Art Explosion Has Occurred: Artists Take Refuge in the City of Alton
Downtown Alton has become a magnetic refuge for visual artists seeking community, inspiration, and creative rebirth. Since the pandemic, artists have been moving to Alton in droves—finding not only affordability, but an invigorating environment where art and culture are thriving. Long known for its legendary music scene, the city is now exploding with visual arts…
Police Identify Suspects in the Murder of Jesse “Grim” Woods
On April 13, Jesse “Grim” Woods walked to the corner store in his Dutchtown neighborhood and was shot and killed. Homicide Detectives have now identified suspects. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to call the Homicide Division directly at 314-444-5371. Anyone with a tip who wants to remain anonymous and is interested…