LGBT groups endorsed historic agreement
Third annual event held in Centreville, Va.
Vitit Muntarbhorn is a professor at a Thai university
Announcement draws praise, concern from various sectors
Event organizers threatened with violence, arson
Report says Va. among states with overly strict measures
New York, D.C. prohibited non-essential trips to N.C. after HB2
Move follows anti-trans assault at Giant Food
Nomination to face steep congressional opposition
Tourists spent $23 billion in state last year
