Erasing Color, Erasing Community: Houston’s Rainbow Crosswalks and the Fight for Visibility

    Houston’s rainbow crosswalks were created to honor a life lost, not to make a political statement. Now, after Governor Abbott ordered their removal, community leaders…

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    The Happening at the Orange Show Keeps Houston Weird—and Wonderful

    From puppets to poets to medicine/art mashups, The Happening at the Orange Show delivers unpredictable creativity each month — and now it’s OutSmart readers’ Best…

    Gianna Christina Ramirez Shines as Trans Advocate and Community Builder

    Pansexual trans advocate Gianna Christina Ramirez wins multiple 2025 Gayest & Greatest honors, celebrating decades of activism, community building, and a vision of hope amid…

    Excellence Under Pressure: Harris County’s “Fab Five” Judges

    Harris County’s “Fab Five” LGBTQ judges face constant scrutiny and higher expectations. Their record of fairness, reform, and leadership shows how representation and excellence go…

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      October 6, 2025

      Cleo Roasting and Cavo Coffee Brew Community with Every Cup

      Cleo Roasting Co. and sister café Cavo Coffee are OutSmart’s 2025 favorites, celebrated for queer visibility, women-led sourcing, and brewing…
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      Chanel Chowdhury Shakes Things Up at Pearl Bar

      From curating cocktails for weekly drag-king nights to serving community with pride, Chanel Chowdhury has become a heartbeat of Houston’s…
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      City Cellars HTX Serves Flavor, Views, and Community Pride

      From Cajun-Southern brunch boards to skyline views, City Cellars HTX is OutSmart readers’ 2025 pick for Favorite New Restaurant and…
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      Love Wins at the “Cafe of Love”

      Dessert Gallery celebrates 30 years with its Cafe of Love Contest, inviting Houstonians to share their sweetest memories and spotlighting…

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