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What is Juneteenth, and how did it become a state and federal holiday?
The Republican· 2 days agoJune 19, also known as Juneteenth, was first celebrated as an official state holiday in...
When is Juneteenth observed in 2024? Is there mail delivery? All about the federal holiday
Gannett via AOL· 5 days agoAmerica's Second Independence Day is coming soon. So what is Juneteenth? And why is it celebrated?...
SEED School of Maryland laces up for their Run Up To Juneteenth 5K and One Mile Walk
CBS News· 29 minutes agoThe SEED School of Maryland laced up their sneakers for their Run Up To Juneteenth 5K and One Mile...
6 books that explain the history and meaning of Juneteenth
The Conversation via Yahoo News· 7 hours agoA Juneteenth celebration in Prospect Park in New York City in 2022. Michael Nagle/Xinhua News Agency...
See the top 10 Juneteenth activities in Chicago
Rolling Out· 6 hours agoJuneteenth, a vital celebration of African American freedom and resilience, marks the official end of slavery in the United States. This historic day
How Juneteenth celebrations are helping Kansas Citians ‘stay connected with our past’
Kansas City Star via Yahoo News· 10 hours agoFor Makeda Peterson, it’s a birthright. For Peterson, organizing and directing Kansas City’s annual ...
It's almost time for Juneteenth. Here's how you can celebrate in Fort Collins
The Fort Collins Coloradoan· 10 hours agoFoCo Juneteenth is bringing its celebration of liberation and joy to Foothills mall Friday through...
City of Southfield celebrates Juneteenth with week of activities and events June 10-22
WXYZ-TV Detroit· 9 hours agoJuneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.
Juneteenth Block Party returns to Midland on June 16
Midland Daily News· 5 hours agoThe celebration will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. at Creative 360, 5501 Jefferson Ave. Juneteenth, short for “June Nineteenth," is a recognized holiday...
Elmira to hold Juneteenth celebration
WETM Elmira via Yahoo News· 5 hours agoELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — The community will be coming together to celebrate Juneteenth in Elmira this Saturday. The celebration will take place from noon to...
