The mainstream press in the Twin Cities might not have paid much attention to LGBTQ+ life in those days, but others did.
Ava Kian is a reporter based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a focus on local news and issues. She has written for various publications, including MinnPost, St. Paul Pioneer Press, Owatonna People's Press, Sahan Journal, and TimesDaily. Ava's articles cover a range of topics, from healthcare disparities in minority communities to local politics and community initiatives.