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Busted pipes unite a community.
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Eagle & Ramrod Demonstrate True Brotherhood
By John Hayden
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A busted sewage pipe is never good news, especially for a bar. There’s also no reasonable way to delay repairs. So when Ramrod faced this situation, they had to close for four days. Patrons had to find a new spot for a few nights and staff had to rebudget their finances.
But in a crisis, the bond of leather brotherhood was strengthened. Eagle Wilton Manors, which sits about a mile up the road on 4th Ave./Wilton Drive, stepped up to help. They offered to open up early and host happy hour and let Ramrod bartenders staff the early shift. (Ramrod’s happy hour on the patio is a staple.)
“We had dozens of people tell us how cool this was, and how this is what community should look like,” Eagle owner Chuck King said. “It was heart-warming to see so many good comments and watch people come out and support the Ramrod bartenders.”
This is hardly a fish-out-of-water scenario. There was already a lot of customer overlap between the two bars and South Florida’s leather community has shown for years that it’s strong enough to support two thriving bars.
“This is exactly why the Leather community stands the test of time. It has never been just about a building, a logo, or a business, it’s about the soul of the people who show up when the road gets rough,” James Tyrcha, Mr. Ramrod 2023, said. “​Seeing the Eagle Wilton Manors open its doors for the Ramrod crew is a masterclass in solidarity and a powerful reminder that community isn't just a word we use, it’s a commitment we live.”
The actual repair didn’t take long, but pipes had to be dug out of the Ramrod’s floor. Waiting for the concrete to cure takes as long as it takes and can’t be rushed, so the bar was closed for four days. Each day customers came out to support.
King and his Eagle team are somewhat shocked to see that others were shocked.
“I was honestly surprised to learn that many people thought it was unreal that we would do such a thing, but this is community. It’s just what should happen and it was easy for us to help.”
Ramrod reopened at 9 a.m. Friday morning and capped its first weekend back with a sendoff party for Mr. Ramrod 2026 Jesse Nicholson, who will compete this weekend at IML in Chicago. Mr. EagleWM Jafar Jaafar will also compete.
“I hope this inspires others to make a kind gesture. In this day and age, everyone needs some extra love,” King said. |
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History Fort Lauderdale Names OutSFL’s Jason Parsley Among 2026 Take PRIDE! Honorees
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The old idiom “it reads like a who’s who” can easily be applied to this year’s list of honorees for Take PRIDE! 2026.
The annual event kicks off Pride month with a party at The Galleria mall in east Fort Lauderdale, which despite new ownership, is still stepping up as an ally.
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Kutumba Theatre Project presents VELVET GREEN SUMMER, an award-winning, critically acclaimed comedy written and Directed by K Ehly. Runs from May 7-24.
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Fundraiser Launched After Killing of Dilan Hebert, Who Had Ties to Local LGBTQ Community
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A fundraiser has been launched to help the family of Dilan Hebert. Hebert, 32, had ties to South Florida’s LGBTQ community and was killed last month in North Carolina.
Hebert previously worked with South Florida Gay News and was close to the late publisher Norm Kent. He died after a fatal shooting April 28 in Hoke County, North Carolina.
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Pride Month Opens with Black Queerness in Wilton Manors | Opinion
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In a time when visibility, safety, and authentic representation matter more than ever, FL BlaQ Out Pride Weekend arrives in Wilton Manors as more than just a celebration. It is a declaration of joy, liberation, culture, and community for Black LGBTQ people across Florida and beyond.
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TODAY: Cigar Cutting & Lighting Workshop
Get the lowdown on how to perfectly cut and light your cigars like a pro in this chill, hands-on session.
SAT: Saturday Nights Live
Get ready for Saturday Nights Live — nonstop fun, music, and good vibes all night long.
SUN: Mermaid Cookies
Mermaid tails, shells and starfish are taking to the sea for this fun cookie class.
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Plumbing Project Manager -- Broward Right Way Plumbing is hiring a Plumbing Project Manager to manage plumbing projects from planning through completion, and more. $90,000 - $115,000 a year.
Territory Service and Sales Representative -- Fort Lauderdale
Vesari Management Group is seeking a Territory Service and Sales Representative to develop and manage a designated sales territory by prospecting, building relationships, and generating new business opportunities with small to mid-sized businesses, and more. $40,000 - $65,000 a year.
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Looking for an adventurous dog? If so, meet Caine (ID 718214).
This handsome 6-month-old, 39-pound fellow is believed to be a cattle dog mix, and he still has some growing to do. His owner decided he did not want the responsibility of having a pet, and now Caine needs a dog lover who will spend time with him and give him the forever home he deserves. He is a friendly guy, who has lots of energy and gets along with other dogs, so a dog friend might be good to help tire him out. It is unknown how he is with felines. Caine is friendly, potty trained and sometimes stays in a crate when no one is home. Do you have room in your heart and home for Caine?
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InTarotGate by Dooney
WAXING CRESCENT MOON IN LEO: a new fire burns within.
You are suspended between adaptation and rebellion, trying to maintain peace in situations that no longer fit the person you are becoming. Misaligned expectations in relationships may reveal themselves through small recurring conflicts, but the true tension lies beneath the surface: differing values, priorities, and vision. In work, you may feel trapped between loyalty to established structures and the growing awareness that your spirit no longer belongs there completely. This is not stagnation, but transition, and what feels unsustainable now is quietly reshaping your path, preparing you for a more authentic direction by the end of 2026.
(Key numbers: 5, 7, 14, 15, 34)
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