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How did Juneteenth get its name? The story behind the holiday's title
CBS News· 4 days agoAlso known as Freedom Day, Emancipation Day or America's second Independence Day, Juneteenth...
Celebrations and commemorations held for Juneteenth around Chicago
CBS News· 3 days agoJuneteenth National Independence Day became a legal public holiday in 2021, passed almost...
The history and significance of Juneteenth
WAVY via Yahoo News· 4 days agoJuneteenth—also known as Emancipation Day, Freedom Day, or the country's second Independence Day—stands as an enduring symbol of Black American freedom.
Map shows states where Juneteenth is recognized as a public holiday
Newsweek· 5 days agoJuneteenth National Independence Day was launched to celebrate the end of slavery in the U.S.—but...
THE CELEBRATION OF JUNETEENTH
Arizona Daily Sun· 5 days agoOn June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed into law the bill that established Juneteenth National Independence Day, June 19, as a legal public holiday...
Here are 22 festivals and fairs you won't want to miss this summer in the Rockford area
Rockford Register Star via Yahoo News· 4 days agoFor tickets and a schedule of events go to stephensoncountyfair.org. Rhythm of the Heart Festival Rhythm of the Heart Festival is a free all-day festival from 1 to 10 p.m.
Juneteenth Programming: What’s On TV & Streaming Platforms To Commemorate Holiday
Deadline via Yahoo News· 4 days agoA number of networks, streamers and platforms have programming planned to celebrate Juneteenth...
Our Fourth of July: Celebrating Emancipation in the Salt City
The Post-Standard· 5 days agoThe City of Syracuse hosted its 36th annual Juneteenth Celebration in Clinton Square on June 15th....
Copa America soccer festival highlighting Phoenix's Latino diversity
The Arizona Republic· 1 day agoBecause State Farm Stadium in Glendale is set to host three games this year, Copa America celebrations and festivals across the Valley are a given. Heritage Headquarters in ...
Are banks and the post office open on Juneteenth 2024?
NBC Washington· 6 days agoAmericans will celebrate Juneteenth on Wednesday, marking the day when the last enslaved people in...
