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What is Juneteenth? The history and meaning behind the federal holiday
TODAY via Yahoo News· 2 days agoSince then, June 19 has been celebrated as a day of freedom and remembrance. Texas was the first ...
What's closed on Juneteenth 2024? What to know ahead of the holiday
TODAY via Yahoo News· 2 days agoTo commemorate the end of slavery, a new holiday was created on June 19, abbreviated to Juneteenth,...
Alabama bill proposes workers choose between celebrating Juneteenth or Confederate president
The Daily Dot· 20 hours agoJuneteenth and Jefferson Davis’ birthday to be state holidays in which employees would get the day...
Juneteenth USA Applauds Biden Administration on Third Anniversary of Federal Juneteenth Holiday
Digital Journal· 3 days agoKnown affectionately as the “Father of Juneteenth,” Edwards’ tireless state by state legislative advocacy and unwavering commitment for ...
50 Juneteenth quotes that capture the true meaning of the holiday
TODAY via Yahoo News· 2 days agoThough it's been observed for more than 150 years, Juneteenth wasn't an official designation until...
110 fun trivia questions for kids (and answers)
TODAY via Yahoo News· 4 hours agoTrivia Question: What is the "Lone Star State?" Answer: Texas. Trivia Question: What is the hottest..., California. Trivia Question: What is the federal ...
Opal Lee, ‘Grandmother of Juneteenth,’ to receive eighth honorary doctorate for unwavering...
TheGrio via Yahoo News· 7 days agoIn 2016, Lee — then 89 — traveled 1,400 miles in a symbolic walk from Fort Worth to Washington,...
Pittsburgh Juneteenth Celebration details announced
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review· 6 days agoJuneteenth — or Freedom Day — is a celebration of the emancipation of African Americans and commemorates June...founder of Stop of the Violence, which...
Hotel Labor Disputes End in Santa Monica - SM Mirror
Santa Monica Mirror· 2 hours agoKey Highlights of the Agreement Include $5 per Hour Raise in the First Year, and Wage Increases of up to 50% for Non-tipped Workers All Santa Monica...
Government offices close as three Southern states memorialize Confederacy
Courthouse News Service· 6 days agoAlabama and South Carolina also recognize Confederate Memorial Day, closing state offices on April...
