One person’s journey through IVF and into the health care industry - Watermark Out News
Choosing to have two children by in vitro fertilization as a solo mother was something Athena Reich was ready for.
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PHOTOS: Orlando commissioners paint rainbow medians on Urban Trail after Pulse crosswalk removal - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | Orlando City Commissioners Robert Stuart and Patty Sheehan have painted a rainbow on two medians on the Orlando Urban Trail as a response to the removal of the Pulse rainbow crosswalk.
Looking back on LGBTQ+ Central Florida and Tampa Bay in 2025 - Watermark Out News
Watermark Out News is proud to be the leading LGBTQ+ news source of Central Florida and Tampa Bay. Look back on our 2025 coverage below.
City of Orlando to 'carefully remove select artifacts' from Pulse before memorial construction begins - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | The City of Orlando will “begin to carefully remove select artifacts” from the Pulse nightclub Dec. 22 as it works toward creating a permanent memorial at the site of the mass shooting that claimed 49 lives and injured many more.
Court rules Florida can enforce state's 'anti-drag' law - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit ruled Dec. 15 that Florida’s Protection of Children Act, widely known as the state’s “anti-drag” law, can be enforced at every venue except Hamburger Mary’s Orlando.
PHOTOS: MadSoul Festival 2025 combines music and advocacy in Orlando - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | U.S. Rep. Maxwell Frost brought his MadSoul Music & Arts Festival to the Orlando Amphitheater Dec. 6 for a day of music and advocacy.
Orlando pastry chef Jean Carlos De Araujo competing on Food Network’s ‘Holiday Baking Championship’ - Watermark Out News
With almost 10 years of experience in the confectionery industry, Jean Carlos De Araujo, pastry chef at Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel, is shining on Season 12 of Food Network’s “Holiday Baking Championship.”
Florida driver arrested after allegedly trying to hit LGBTQ+ running group - Watermark Out News
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. | The West Palm Beach Police Department arrested an SUV driver on Nov. 24 who attempted to strike members of a local LGBTQ+ running club at a park.
Two arrested at Pulse crosswalk for 'aggressively' chalking - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | Two individuals were arrested Nov. 23 for defacing the Pulse memorial crosswalk with chalk and charged with interference with a traffic control device or a railroad sign.
PHOTOS: Mills Gallery highlights queer and trans artist in Winn Win Emerging Artists showcase - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | Orlando-based illustrator and gouache painter Alex Rogers, whose work centers on queer and trans people, was selected to showcase his art at Mills Gallery Arts for the second edition of the Winn Win Emerging Artists Exhibition.
Jerry Demings kicks off campaign for Florida governor: 'Help is on the way' - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings formally announced his bid for governor of Florida in a packed room of supporters at the Rosen Centre on Orlando’s International Drive Nov. 6.
The Pride Chamber announces leadership transition after CEO Gina Duncan resigns - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | The Pride Chamber announced Nov. 2 that chief executive officer Gina Duncan has resigned from her role, effective immediately.
Federal judge approves class action in Florida transgender inmate case - Watermark Out News
A federal judge certified a class-action lawsuit allowing Florida prison inmates who are transgender to collectively challenge the denial of accommodations such as clothing and grooming used to treat gender dysphoria.
Mira Tanna runs for Orlando City Council District 3 to build an equitable city - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | Mira Tanna says she is running a people-powered campaign for Orlando City Council in District 3 ahead of the Nov. 4 election.
PHOTOS: Thousands attend ‘No Kings’ protest in downtown Orlando - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | Thousands gathered on the street corners of City Hall in downtown Orlando Oct. 18 as part of the second nationwide “No Kings” protest.
PHOTOS: Come Out With Pride celebrates 21st year at Lake Eola - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | Thousands filled Lake Eola Park Oct. 18 to celebrate the 21st year of Come Out With Pride, considered the largest single-day LGBTQ+ event in Central Florida.
PHOTOS: Come Out With Pride parade in downtown Orlando highlights community leaders and organizations - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | A sea of rainbows filled downtown Orlando Oct. 18 as Come Out With Pride celebrated 21 years with its parade.
Orlando's Come Out With Pride celebrates 21st year with unity and resilience - Watermark Out News
One of the largest Prides in the Southeast — Come Out With Pride, Orlando’s LGBTQ+ Pride celebration — will return to Lake Eola Park Oct. 18 to celebrate its 21st year and unite the community.
PHOTOS: Apopka Pride 2025 uplifts LGBTQ+ immigrants and families - Watermark Out News
APOPKA, Fla. | Hope CommUnity Center brought Pride to Apopka Oct. 11 for the third year, a response to the need for safe, affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ immigrants and working class families.
PHOTOS: Pride Chamber celebrates resilience at 2025 Pride in Business Awards and Gala in Orlando - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | The Pride Chamber presented its Pride in Business Awards and Gala Sept. 27, celebrating resilience at the Hyatt Regency in Orlando International Airport.
PHOTOS: 'We Will Not Be Erased' protest held at Orlando City Hall - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | A small group of protesters chalked the sidewalk and pavement surrounding City Hall in downtown Orlando Sept. 28 for the “We Will Not Be Erased” protest.
New and reimagined safe spaces give LGBTQ+ Floridians somewhere to celebrate - Watermark Out News
LGBTQ+ Floridians have found refuge in Central Florida and Tampa Bay for decades, building community not just in our homes but through our safe havens. Some have been restaurants, some have been bars and some have been hotels, while some have even been all three.
Orlando Police investigating incident outside of Pulse - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | The Orlando Police Department is investigating an incident outside of the Pulse site after a local activist said he was assaulted Sept. 13.
PHOTOS: Orlando's Outpost Neighborhood Tavern celebrates grand opening - Watermark Out News
ORLANDO | Outpost Neighborhood Tavern held its official ribbon cutting ceremony Sept. 5 with over 30 guests and political leaders.
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