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What is Juneteenth? The history and meaning behind the federal holiday
TODAY via Yahoo News· 5 days agoPresident Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law on June 17, 2021,...
The history of Memorial Day and when the holiday is observed in 2024
Delaware Online | The News Journal via Yahoo News· 22 hours agoIt is one of 11 permanent federal holidays observed in the U.S. The 10 other federal holidays...
Inside Biden’s Presidential Medal of Freedom ceremony honoring Black luminaries, including the...
TheGrio via Yahoo News· 16 hours agoIn a packed East Room, President Biden calls the class of recipients ‘incredible people’ whose...
What's closed on Juneteenth 2024? What to know ahead of the holiday
The Today Show via AOL· 5 days agoJuneteenth has traditionally been celebrated with activities like attending parades, organizing...
Juneteenth USA Applauds Biden Administration on Third Anniversary of Federal Juneteenth Holiday
Digital Journal· 6 days agoKnown affectionately as the “Father of Juneteenth,” Edwards’ tireless state by state legislative advocacy and unwavering commitment for almost four decades paved the way for ...
Juneteenth is here — here's how to celebrate with family and friends
The Today Show via AOL· 4 days agoYou can also sprinkle in a few Juneteenth quotes for good measure. Watch and read stories that...
“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...
50 Juneteenth quotes that capture the true meaning of the holiday
The Today Show via AOL· 5 days agoThough it's been observed for more than 150 years, Juneteenth wasn't an official designation until...
Biden awarding Medal of Freedom to Fort Worth's Opal Lee, "Grandmother of Juneteenth"
CBS News· 2 days ago"These nineteen Americans built teams, coalitions, movements, organizations, and businesses that...
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,