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PHOTOS: Pride Heroes Gala
Virginia Lieutenant Governor Ralph Northam speaks at event

The 2014 Pride Heroes Gala was held at Artisphere in Arlington, Va. on Wednesday, May 21. The 2014 Pride Heroes included Nicholas Benton, David Pérez, Rev. Dean Snyder, Dr. Imani Woody and Tom Yates. Engendered Spirit awards were presented to Amy Nelson and Alexa Rodriguez. The Larry Stansbury Award for Exemplary Contributions to Pride was presented to Robert York. The Bill Miles Award of Outstanding Volunteer Service was given to Al Pellenberg. Virginia Lieutenant Governor Ralph Northam and Arlington County Board Chair Jay Fisette spoke at the event. Entertainment was provided by the string quartet Well-Strung.
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The LGBTQ youth services organization SMYAL held the “SMYAL for the New Year” fundraiser at Shakers on Thursday, Jan. 30.
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Pitchers DC and JR.’s Bar hosted watch parties for football fans to view the NFC championship game between the Washington Commanders and the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Jan. 26. The Eagles defeated the Commanders with a score of 23 to 55.
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The 40th annual Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather competition was held on Sunday, Jan. 12 at the Hyatt Regency Washington. The event was one of the highlights of 2025 Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend. Eight competitors vied for the title of Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather 2025, with Jason Elliott named the winner.
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