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HRC's 2012 Buying Guide now available
190 organizations nationwide received a top rating of 100 percent
The HRC Foundation has released its 2012 Buyers Guide, with an online form and iPhone app making it even easier for shoppers to get a better look at businesss social practices.

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Second suspect accused of stealing from Vanderbilt
Samuel Cole Wakefield booked into Davidson County Jail

A second suspect, Samuel Cole Wakefield, has been indicted for stealing more than $60,000 from Vanderbilt University.

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GLSEN offers study on school bullying, homophobia
National organization also offers instructional resource kit for educators
The Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network today released a new report on school climate, biased remarks and bullying, "Playgrounds and Prejudice: Elementary School Climate in the United State

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TEP Mardi Gras party scheduled for Feb. 12
Celebration includes gumbo, bread pudding contests
Tennessee Equality Project will host its fourth annual Mardi Gras party at Spectrum Memphis Sunday, Feb. 12.

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Knoxville named eighth gayest city in America
Tennessee city surpasses Austin, Atlanta on third annual list
Knoxville finished at No. 8 on the Advocate list of gayest cities in America, topping such well-known, gay-friendly places as Austin and Atlanta.

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Advancing Equality Day on the Hill set for Mar. 13
Planning Committee to unveil roster of events in coming weeks
Tennessee Equality Project will present the eighth annual Advancing Equality Day on the Hill Tuesday, Mar. 13. GLBT advocates from all parts of Tennessee will converge on the State Capitol.

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