The Story Behind Juneteenth and How it Became a Federal Holiday
Juneteenth -- June 19, 1865 -- was the day when a Union officer reached Galveston, Texas, and announced their liberation.
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Governor Gordon Applauds Federal Recognition of ‘Juneteenth’ Holiday
Upon the news that President Biden signed a bill that was passed by congress to officially commemorate June 19 (or 'Juneteenth') as a federal holiday, Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has issued a statement of support for the decision.
Congress Approves Bill to Make Juneteenth a Federal Holiday
The bill now goes to President Joe Biden's desk, and he is expected to sign it into law.
Wyoming Food for Thought Project Offering Free Community BBQ to Commemorate ‘Juneteenth’
The Wyoming Food for Thought Project is holding a free community BBQ on Saturday, June 19 to commemorate 'Juneteenth.'
Juneteenth: A Day of Joy and Pain – and Now National Action
Celebrations held from coast to coast will include marches and demonstrations of civil disobedience.