SYNOPSIS: All states have queer people, but not all states have a statewide news outlet dedicated to telling their stories. That makes QueerKentucky stand out. The nonprofit LGBTQ newsroom covers state politics and issues, as well as culture and health. This week's conversation is with Executive Director Missy Spears, who talks about trying to reach and reflect queer communities from Louisville to Paducah. Also: Auburn ditches its faculty senate, Georgia tries to turn Democrats "nonpartisan," and North Carolina sees a big health insurance decline. Plus, it's FestivalSouth time in Hattiesburg.

SHOW NOTES: QueerKentucky "Auburn Board Takes Full Curricular Control, Dissolves Faculty Senate" Inside Higher Ed "District attorney challenges new Georgia law that removes party labels in Atlanta-area elections" Associated Press "Lost your ACA coverage in North Carolina? You're not alone" NCLocal "More Texans have signed up for ACA health coverage despite expiring subsidies and falling national enrollment" Texas Tribune

CONTACT: Jesse Mayshark [email protected] (865) 214-7764