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What is Juneteenth? The history and meaning behind the federal holiday
TODAY via Yahoo News· 5 days agoIn February 2022, South Dakota was the last state to recognize Juneteenth as a legal holiday...
Guest Spot: The entire North Fork should celebrate Juneteenth - The Suffolk Times
The Suffolk Times· 15 hours agoAs the gentle breeze of June flows through the North Fork, it brings with it a reminder of a significant moment in American history, Juneteenth. Observed on June 19,
Juneteenth is here — here's how to celebrate with family and friends
The Today Show via AOL· 4 days agoJuneteenth is now a federal holiday, many schools, businesses and government buildings will be...
About This Alabama Bill To Make Workers Choose Between Celebrating Juneteenth OR Jefferson Davis’...
Black America Web· 2 days ago...example, an Alabama House bill that would give state employees the option of either getting a...
Alabama bill proposes workers choose between celebrating Juneteenth or Confederate president
The Daily Dot· 4 days ago“Employees shall be given the option to observe either Jefferson Davis’ birthday or Juneteenth as a...
What's closed on Juneteenth 2024? What to know ahead of the holiday
TODAY via Yahoo News· 5 days agoTo commemorate the end of slavery, a new holiday was created on June 19, abbreviated to Juneteenth,...
What does Cinco de Mayo celebrate? No, it's not Mexico's Independence Day
KIII Corpus Christi· 14 hours agoThe United States is gearing up for Cinco de Mayo. Music, all-day happy hours and deals on tacos are...
After social media debate, Louisville Juneteenth Festival returns to its original name
Gannett via AOL· 4 days agoThough people defended the festival and its organizers, others did not welcome its new name. "The...
Frameline Unveils Opening Gala ‘Young Hearts’ and Juneteenth Block Party Celebration with Lil Nas X...
Indiewire via Yahoo News· 5 days agoThe 48th annual San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival (aka Frameline48) has announced its...
“Grandmother Of Juneteenth” Opal Lee To Receieve Presidential Medal Of Freedom | Essence
Essence· 2 days agoIt is the nation’s highest civilian honor, given to people who have made exemplary contributions to...