On the Rag, Vol. 725

 A weekly look at what's making news in the gay magazines:

Lavender: Meet Mark Valdez, Mixed Blood Theatre’s new artistic director

Between the Lines: For Ann Arborites and Detroiters, queer delights are only 45 minutes away

HotSpots: Miss Florida F.I. Pageant turns 50

OutSmart: Fighting for Houston’s queer youth

Grab: Caught in the act

The Fight: Being of service

Adelante: Ray Cano out front 

GED: Scott Nevins is putting the unity in community

Guy Branum: This 'Bro' is making people laugh

The Advocate: Why these artists are honoring LGBT people unseen in history

Dallas Voice: Pride in Dallas brings a parade back to Cedar Springs