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A guide to what the Juneteenth holiday is and how to celebrate it
For generations, Black Americans have recognized the end of one of history’s darkest chapters with joy — such as parades or ...
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Is Juneteenth a paid holiday?
While some states have acknowledged Juneteenth in symbolic ways or through commemorative events, others have chosen to mark ...
What’s the right way to mark Juneteenth? The newest US holiday is confusing Americans
The United States’ newest federal holiday, celebrated annually on June 19, has quickly become its most puzzling one. Four ...
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Will mail be delivered on Juneteenth?
Juneteenth was signed into law as a federal holiday on June 17, 2021, by former President Joe Biden. He was surrounded by ...
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Despite new challenges, Juneteenth event organizers are unbowed
Organizers of Juneteenth celebrations across the U.S. tell NPR how they're feeling this year. And NPR presents a reading of ...
Are banks open on Juneteenth? What's open and closed Thursday
Many banks will be closed on Thursday for Juneteenth, though ATMs and online banking will still be available. Major banks ...
Will mail run today? Is the post office closed on Juneteenth?
Government and state offices will be closed, as will the U.S. Post Office. That means there will be no mail delivery on ...
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William McKinley museum and staff honored Juneteenth with a story time and craft day
Staff at the William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum celebrated Juneteenth with a craft project that featured a ...
Gov. Whitmer recognizes Juneteenth in Michigan for 19th year
In Michigan, we are proud to honor Juneteenth not only through our words, but with our actions," Whitmer said.
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This Day in History on June 19: Emancipation Proclamation Enforced in Galveston, Texas
June 19 has witnessed some of the most transformative events in world history, spanning social justice milestones, groundbreaking scientific achievements, ...