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Juneteenth may be more subdued this year, but Houston is still grappling with the questions it raises
The mood of the nation is different now than it was when Juneteenth became our newest federal holiday in 2021. Even with the ...
A guide to what the Juneteenth holiday is and how to celebrate it
Many Americans celebrate Juneteenth, the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned they had been freed.
Houston’s Juneteenth Culture Fest brings art, music and unity to Avenida
HOUSTON — On Saturday, the first day of the Juneteenth Culture Fest at Avenida, kicked off with dozens of people in ...
Juneteenth celebration at Houston's Emancipation Park postponed after recent rain
A Juneteenth celebration at Houston's Emancipation Park on Saturday was postponed due to poor weather. A musical tribute to ...
Houston Juneteenth celebrations: press conference
Foundation announces their Juneteenth Parade will take place Saturday, June 14 at 4 p.m. at Ennis and Wheeler at Texas ...
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Juneteenth 2025: Houston and Galveston areas offer several ways to celebrate
Local events are planned for the June 19 holiday and during the days before and after. Some are free and open to the public, ...
Top things to do in Houston this weekend, from Tokyo X to Juneteenth Culture Fest
Houston's weekend features film, music and cultural events across the city. Highlights include a rooftop horror movie ...
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Houston Braces for More Showers and Thunderstorms with 50% Chance of Rain Today
Forecast: Scattered storms expected in Houston with a 50% chance of rain before 4 p.m. and patchy morning fog.
Springfield Symphony Orchestra marks Juneteenth with free concert
Kevin Scott returns to conduct powerful program featuring "In Memoriam Sojourner Truth" and other works honoring the ...