# Strength, Community, and Pride in Durham | Durham News

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Podcast: [Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/durham-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569659)
Published: 2026-09-18T05:58:34+00:00
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## Resource

In Durham’s Central Park, the third annual “Weight Not Hate” event smashed records and stereotypes—lifting hundreds of pounds while raising nearly $1,300 for LGBTQ youth. Founded by Holli Mann to combat gym culture’s exclusion, Anchor Powerlifting turned strength into solidarity, welcoming all genders and identities with cheers, not competition. As trans athletes face bans in sports, this Pride-themed deadlift fest proves powerlifting can be a powerful, affirming space for queer youth—and a reminder that lifting heavy is just as much about community as it is about weight. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://indyweek.com/news/community/durham-queer-deadlifting-weight-not-hate/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e96bd9effb403860 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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