As Pride Month concluded this year, a wave of historic firsts swept through small towns across the United States, marking a significant milestone in LGBTQ+ visibility and community acceptance. Among these towns was Canyon County, Idaho, where initial apprehensions gave way to overwhelming success. Tom Wheeler, a lead organizer of this pride, faced threats of violence. However, despite the concerns, the event exceeded all expectations. Van Knapp, another key organizer, said, "We expected a couple hundred people and had over 3,000," reflecting on the profound impact of organizing Canyon County's inaugural Pride festival. In Prattville, Alabama, another milestone was celebrated as the LGBTQ+ organization Prattville Pride, orchestrated its first Pride event. This achievement garnered national recognition, with GLAAD and Good Morning America presenting Prattville Pride a Special Recognition award. These milestones were achieved amid heightened security measures. Concerns raised by the FBI and Department of Homeland Security regarding potential threats to 2024 Pride celebrations. However, more than 20 new Pride festivals occurred peacefully across the country. Let’s say there names like Seward, Little Rock, Fremont, Mission Viejo, Bunnell, Topeka, Henderson, Park Ridge, Rockford, Whiting, Mandeville, Garrett County, Concord, Hastings, Warren, Grand Rapids, South St. Paul, Haywood, Hermiston, Lake Oswego, Ross Township, Fort Bend County, Park City, Woodstock, and Harpers Ferry. You make our entire community Proud. #Queer Up Gay Culture