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Group wants JC Penney to dump Ellen DeGeneres because she's gay

Submitted by ONE Community on February 2, 2012 - 12:36pm
Group wants JC Penney to dump Ellen DeGeneres because she's gay

One Million Moms -- a project of the American Family Association -- is very angry at JC Penney.

No, not because it sells sweater vests (heck, Rick Santorum is a fan of those), but because the Texas-based department store has hired Ellen DeGeneres as a spokeswoman.

And DeGeneres is -- cue the scary music -- gay, and open about it.

"Funny that JC Penney thinks hiring an open homosexual spokesperson will help their business when most of their customers are traditional families," the million (or so) moms write on their website. "DeGeneres is not a true representation of the type of families that shop at their store. The majority of JC Penney shoppers will be offended and choose to no longer shop there." Read more »

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one n ten Q High Alternative Learning Program

Submitted by ONE Community on January 30, 2012 - 9:41am
one n ten Q High Alternative Learning Program

Program Objective – identify, mentor, direct and serve at-risk LGBTQ youth through our one n ten “Q High” alternative learning program.  The “Q High” program offers an onsite computer-based online alternative learning program with experienced instructors to guide and assist the students to achieve a high school diploma.  one n ten offers “ Q High,” in collaboration with the accredited Arizona Virtual Academy, to all LGBTQ and Ally youth ages 13-20 throughout the Phoenix Metro Area.  The curriculum aligns with all local and state academic standards and requirements – and is designed for students who need or prefer an alternative education. Read more »

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Mountain Park Health Center is Looking for a Dental Supplier

Submitted by ONE Community on February 3, 2012 - 6:48pm

Mountain Park Health Center is looking for a dental supplier for our new Maryvale facility Dental Department.  The Bid instructions are included via the link below.

More Information

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Remember Patsy Cline Returns to the Arizona Broadway Theatre

Submitted by ONE Community on February 3, 2012 - 6:40pm
Remember Patsy Cline Returns to the Arizona Broadway Theatre

Peoria, Arizona (February 1, 2012) – Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) is proud to bring back by popular demand Remember Patsy Cline, a musical concert tribute to one of the greatest country singers of all time.  Exclusive Arizona engagements will be performed on ABT’s Mainstage February 15 – 19, 2012.

Certainly every country music fan knows Patsy Cline as a phenomenal singer who pioneered the rise of female country stars.  More importantly, at a time when musical crossovers were a rarity, Patsy was the first female country singer to achieve a pop hit in “Walking After Midnight,” the first of many crossover successes.  Music fans of every persuasion were captivated by the astonishing liquidity and richness of Patsy’s voice. Read more »

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ONE Community Celebrates the Grand Opening of Circle H Barbecue!

Submitted by ONE Community on February 3, 2012 - 6:33pm
ONE Community Celebrates the Grand Opening of Circle H Barbecue!

Copperstar’s owner Bill Sandweg has added his next great concept to the central core.  ONE Community congratulates Bill and his team on the Grand Opening of Circle H Barbecue!

Check Out their Grand Opening Celebration Here

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3 Special Events at Vino 100!

Submitted by ONE Community on February 3, 2012 - 3:24pm
3 Special Events at Vino 100!

Vino 100 Announces 3 Special Events in February and March that you don't want to Miss!

Valentine's Day, All You Need Is...

80's Night

Veggies!!!

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Washington state Senate passed legislation on Wednesday

Submitted by ONE Community on February 3, 2012 - 9:07am

From Reuters:

The Washington state Senate passed legislation on Wednesday to legalize gay marriage in a highly charged vote that moved the state closer to joining six others and the District of Columbia in recognizing same-sex nuptials.

The 28-21 vote in favor of the measure -- three more votes than needed for passage -- sent it on to the state's House of Representatives, where the bill is expected to win swift approval by a comfortable margin as early as next week. Read more »

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2 gay men say they were jailed in Ohio without pants for a day, claim bias in federal lawsuit

Submitted by ONE Community on February 2, 2012 - 2:57pm
2 gay men say they were jailed in Ohio without pants for a day, claim bias in federal lawsuit

Two gay men who say they were punched and pinned to the ground by an off-duty police officer before being called offensive names and jailed without their trousers have sued the city and its police over what they call anti-gay bias.

Steven Ondo and Jonathan Simcox said the off-duty officer, who was a neighbor, complained about a noisy argument on the street and attacked them last April and had them arrested. A week later, they said, they were arrested by SWAT officers and were punched again at their home while lounging in T-shirts and underpants. They said they were denied a chance to get their pants and weren’t provided with any in jail for a day.

The men were charged with assaulting the officer but were acquitted Oct. 20 in a non-jury trial. Read more »

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Few Americans Say They’ve Saved Enough For Retirement

Submitted by Maryglenn Boals on February 2, 2012 - 10:04am

The recent recession and slow pace of the economic recovery has made saving money more difficult for those approaching retirement and sustaining a comfortable lifestyle a challenge for the already retired. In fact, only seven percent of Americans reported having saved their ideal retirement nest egg in a recent survey. In order to successfully navigate your retirement, experts recommend doing an honest assessment of your finances and making adjustments where possible. Cutting back on luxury spending and obtaining a part-time job to provide added security are also options to those struggling to make ends meet. Ultimately, don’t be afraid to ask for help, whether that means networking for a job or reaching out to family and friends when struggling financially. Read more »

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Charlie Morgan, Lesbian Service Member With Cancer, Asks John Boehner To Stop Defending DOMA

Submitted by ONE Community on February 2, 2012 - 9:19am
Charlie Morgan, Lesbian Service Member With Cancer, Asks John Boehner To Stop Defending DOMA

From The Huffington Post:

WASHINGTON -- A lesbian National Guardsman -- who is fighting Stage IV breast cancer and who fears time is running out for overturning the Defense of Marriage Act in her lifetime -- learned today she can meet with staff of Speaker of the House John Boehner. Concerned that survivor benefits would be denied her wife if she dies, she hopes to convince staffers that Boehner should drop his plan to defend the law in court. Read more »

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