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Megan Becker

Megan Becker (she/her) is a journalist based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Her work has appeared in the Chillicothe Gazette, the Kent Stater, A Magazine and Cleveland Magazine.

Megan's Latest Articles

A colorful mural by Amber Kear is displayed.

Muralist builds community and champions acceptance in rural Ohio

By Megan Becker ● Rural ● November 19, 2024

Amber Kear transformed her hometown of Findlay into a hub for creativity and activism.

Small-town Ohioan finally getting his due as the ‘Godfather of Gay Pulp Fiction’

By Megan Becker ● Literary ● July 8, 2024

Victor Banis, who grew up in Preble County, Ohio, redefined LGBTQ+ literature and captured a global audience.

Pouring it on: Out Ohio artist finds happiness in swirling paint

By Megan Becker ● Culture ● March 15, 2024

A pandemic hobby brings Thomas Craley joy, community and a richer understanding of his Latino heritage.

Queer bird-watching is having a moment in Cincinnati. And yes, it’s very…eggs-sighting.

By Megan Becker ● Community ● February 19, 2024

It’s OK if you don’t own binoculars—just bring your peepers, a skyward gaze and your authentic self.

Rural Ohio printmaker wants LGBTQ+ youth to know they’re not alone

By Megan Becker ● Rural ● February 7, 2024

‘I like being a queer person in a small town. It took me a long time to get to that point.’

How one Ohio hairstylist offers gender-affirming supplies for his rural community

By Megan Becker ● Community ● January 19, 2024

‘I didn’t want people to be without again,’ said the Chillicothe salon owner.

How one community is embracing diversity and building a drag scene in rural Ohio

By Megan Becker ● Community ● December 26, 2023

In an area of Ohio covered in farmland and conservative yard signs, drag culture fights to flourish.