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Is Juneteenth a federal holiday? State holiday? What to know about day's history in Missouri
Yes, Juneteenth is a state holiday in Missouri and is observed every 19th day of June. As such, all state offices are closed on that day, unless it falls on the weekend, in which case offices will be closed either the preceding Friday or following Monday.
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,
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (Edited News ReleaseKY3) - Community Partnership of the Ozarks (CPO), in collaboration with the NAACP of ...
While some are celebrating the Juneteenth holiday through dance and music, others see it as an opportunity to learn more ...
Hundreds of residents gathered at Knights of Columbus Park on Thursday to celebrate the annual North County Juneteenth Music Festival, highlighting freedom, fellowship and Black ...
A recent Columbia resident shares some family history, and a celebration committee member shares why Juneteenth is important.
The KC Defenders hosted a Juneteenth cookout on Thursday, drawing together families and friends in a vibrant celebration of community, love, and Black joy.
A man and his vision, driven by a deep personal duty to ensure Black history was remembered, preserved and celebrated.
The Gateway Festival Orchestra presented a musical journey for an audience gathered at Ritenour High School Wednesday evening ...
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