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For advertising or subscription information, call 713/520-7237 ext. 10 or email: [email protected] Established in 1994, OutSmart is an award-winning monthly publication that has delivered local and national news to Houston’s LGBT audience for over 23 years. Published in print and online, we reach 200,000+ readers each month and have a loyal fan base spanning from Houston to Los Angele

s. The magazine even has an international following in Canada, Mexico, The United Kingdom, Australia, and various other locations across the globe. OutSmart has proudly received recognition on both local and national levels. The magazine was voted “Nation’s Best Local Magazine” by the Vice Versa Gay Press Awards and has been named “Best Local Publication in Houston” by the Houston Press for four consecutive years (2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009). Pick up a free copy of OutSmart at any of our 375+ locations in and around Houston. The magazine is also distributed at select sites in Austin, Brownsville, Corpus Christi, Dallas, El Paso, and San Antonio.

The Supreme Court heard more than three hours of arguments Tuesday in cases challenging sports bans in Idaho and West Vi...
01/13/2026

The Supreme Court heard more than three hours of arguments Tuesday in cases challenging sports bans in Idaho and West Virginia that block transgender girls from competing. Lawyers for Lambda Legal and the ACLU argued the laws violate Title IX and the Constitution’s equal protection clause for two athletes, Becky Pepper-Jackson and Lindsay Hecox. Several justices pressed both sides on how the bans operate and whether excluding transgender girls treats athletes differently based on s*x and gender identity. Link in comments.

The Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Community Summit returns in 2026 with a renewed focus on unity, wellness, and collective acti...
01/13/2026

The Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Community Summit returns in 2026 with a renewed focus on unity, wellness, and collective action. Hosted at the Montrose Center, the free two-day gathering brings together more than two dozen organizations and community members to shape a shared agenda for LGBTQ life in Houston. At a time when political and social pressures continue to target q***r and trans people, the Summit creates space for collaboration, visioning, and practical strategies rooted in care and belonging. Link in comments.

Awards season officially kicked off at the Golden Globes, and for LGBTQ audiences, there were a handful of moments worth...
01/12/2026

Awards season officially kicked off at the Golden Globes, and for LGBTQ audiences, there were a handful of moments worth noting. Wanda Sykes delivered one of the night’s most talked-about lines while presenting an award, and the stars of Heated Rivalry brought q***r-favorite energy to the stage as presenters. These moments, along with the steady presence of LGBTQ artists throughout the ceremony, added layers of representation to an evening centered on entertainment’s biggest achievements. Link in comments.

Wellness can be messy, emotional, and nonlinear, and JuJu Faragher believes that is exactly the point. Through yoga, sto...
01/12/2026

Wellness can be messy, emotional, and nonlinear, and JuJu Faragher believes that is exactly the point. Through yoga, storytelling, and community work, he invites LGBTQ people to slow down, release perfection, and treat wellness as something we practice together. Link in comments.

2026 marks the true beginning of a new astrological era. As Uranus, Saturn, and Neptune fully shift into fire and air si...
01/11/2026

2026 marks the true beginning of a new astrological era. As Uranus, Saturn, and Neptune fully shift into fire and air signs, the focus moves from reflection to action, rupture, and reinvention. In his latest column, David Odyssey explores what this cosmic reset demands: clarity of purpose, chosen alliances, and the courage to move forward—eyes open. Link in comments.

Our January Health & Wellness issue examines how Houstonians are approaching well-being in a complex moment—grounded in ...
01/10/2026

Our January Health & Wellness issue examines how Houstonians are approaching well-being in a complex moment—grounded in practicality, lived experience, and community care. Inside: a preview of the 2026 Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Community Summit, profiles of people reshaping self-care on their own terms, a conversation with Dr. Trevor Boffone, and a look at Real Women Have Curves at the Alley Theatre, plus an astrological outlook for the year ahead. Link in comments.

Hundreds gathered in Houston’s Galleria area this week to protest the killing of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old woman ...
01/09/2026

Hundreds gathered in Houston’s Galleria area this week to protest the killing of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old woman fatally shot by an ICE officer in Minneapolis during a federal immigration operation. Demonstrators held signs, chanted for accountability and solidarity, and highlighted the human impact of enforcement actions as part of nationwide protests over her death. The rally drew attention near Post Oak Boulevard and Westheimer Road as activists and community members voiced concern about federal enforcement tactics and called for transparency in the ongoing investigations. Link in comments.

A new year always brings a sense of possibility, but 2026 arrives with an especially powerful energetic reset. Numerolog...
01/09/2026

A new year always brings a sense of possibility, but 2026 arrives with an especially powerful energetic reset. Numerology marks this as the start of a new nine-year cycle, while January’s Capricorn new moon sets the tone for intention and long-term planning. Find what's in store for your sign at the link in the comments.

For Thomas Ramon, fitness isn’t about chasing an ideal. It’s about movement that feels accessible, restorative, and welc...
01/09/2026

For Thomas Ramon, fitness isn’t about chasing an ideal. It’s about movement that feels accessible, restorative, and welcoming. After a serious injury changed his relationship with exercise, Ramon found healing through hiking and community, eventually stepping up to help lead LGBTQ Outdoors Houston and create safe spaces for q***r people to connect with nature and one another. Link in comments.

The Normal Anomaly Initiative held its third annual Gala and Awards Dinner at the Bell Tower on 34th, recognizing Black ...
01/08/2026

The Normal Anomaly Initiative held its third annual Gala and Awards Dinner at the Bell Tower on 34th, recognizing Black LGBTQ leaders from across the Southern United States. Hosted by ABC13 reporter Pooja Lodhia, the event marked World AIDS Day, honored regional leadership, and raised funds to support ongoing programs, including a transitional housing initiative launching in 2026. Link in comments.

The woman killed by an ICE officer in Minneapolis on January 7 has been identified as Renee Nicole Good. Local officials...
01/08/2026

The woman killed by an ICE officer in Minneapolis on January 7 has been identified as Renee Nicole Good. Local officials and advocates are disputing the federal account of what happened as investigations continue. Good, a le***an who was married to a woman, is being remembered by LGBTQ community members as a neighbor, partner, and loved one. Link in comments.

Revival Run Crew began as a response to a familiar problem: fitness spaces that don’t feel welcoming to q***r people. Fo...
01/08/2026

Revival Run Crew began as a response to a familiar problem: fitness spaces that don’t feel welcoming to q***r people. Founded by Emma Weyand and Itzel Ibarra, the Houston run club centers inclusivity, community care, and movement at every pace. For its members, Revival is as much about friendship as it is about fitness. Link in comments.

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