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Former President Biden coming to Galveston for Juneteenth

Joe Biden to attend Juneteenth celebration at historic AME church in Texas

Former President Joe Biden will be attending a Juneteenth celebration at a historic African Methodist Episcopal church in Galveston, Texas.

Chron on MSN · 22h

Joe Biden to celebrate first Juneteenth out of office in Galveston, sheriff confirms

Given his public support for Donald Trump, Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen is about the last person who could be called a Joe Biden supporter. Nevertheless, Fullen's department is taking steps to welcome the former president to Thursday's festivities at Reedy Chapel,

KHOU-TV Houston on MSN · 20h

Former President Biden may attend Juneteenth celebrations on Galveston Island

The former president may be on the guest list, but it wasn't clear which of the many events he would attend. Kristi Noem taken to hospital by ambulance: What we know Senate looks to cut $1 trillion from Medicaid.

Juneteenth, US Federal Holiday

USA TODAY on MSN · 2h

What does Juneteenth celebrate? Meaning and origins, explained

This Thursday marks 160 years since the origin of Juneteenth. Here's what to know about the holiday and why' it's celebrated.

U.S. News & World Report · 13h

Explainer-What Is Juneteenth and When Did It Become a US Federal Holiday?

It became a U.S. federal holiday in 2021, following the signing of a bill by former President Joe Biden. Long a regional holiday in the South, Juneteenth rose in prominence across the country following protests that swept the world in 2020 over the police killings of George Floyd,

Indianapolis Star on MSN · 9h

Juneteenth is this week. When did Juneteenth become a federal holiday? Why do we celebrate?

Juneteenth, the holiday marking the official end of slavery is celebrated annually on June 19, but became recognized as a federal holiday a few years back.

Smithsonian Magazine on MSN9h

See the Birthplace of Juneteenth in These Atmospheric Photos of Galveston, Texas

A photographer's journey to the Gulf Coast city yields 16 images that reveal how its natural beauty melds with its momentous ...

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Juneteenth at the Trump White House shows what a difference a year makes

The politics of Juneteenth today can probably be best understood by what's happening or not happening at the White House.

What is Juneteenth? Here's what's open and closed

Here's everything you need to know about Juneteenth, including when it is and the meaning behind the day, plus what's open ...

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San Antonio prepares for full day of Juneteenth events honoring history and community

San Antonio will celebrate Juneteenth on June 19 with citywide events, including a golf tournament, fireworks and cultural ...

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A Look Back: Fort Worth’s deep connections to the Juneteenth holiday

Take a look at the history of Juneteenth in Fort Worth, including the legacy of Opal Lee who campaigned for years to make it ...

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Reasons and ways to celebrate Juneteenth as a community

Participants reflect on Saturday’s Juneteenth parade and encourage Texoma residents to join the community for Sherman’s 3-day ...

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East Texas native ‘Prince of Southern Soul’ to emcee, perform at Kilgore Juneteenth concert

An East Texas native and southern soul blues singer is returning home to celebrate and perform at Kilgore’s Juneteenth music ...

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The Juneteenth Walk of Freedom returns to Fort Worth. Opal Lee to attend virtually

Opal Lee, 98, (center) will not attend this year’s Walk of Freedom, recognizing the Juneteenth holiday, due to health ...

As Juneteenth Marks Its Fifth Year As A National Holiday, Are Companies Participating? It Depends.

Happy Birthday, Juneteenth! America's newest federal holiday celebrates its 5th year of celebration in 2025. But are ...

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From slavery to freedom: One North Texas woman’s mission to preserve her family’s legacy

As part of Juneteenth reflections, a North Texas woman has been tracing her family lineage back more than 200 years, ...

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