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What is Juneteenth? What will be open/closed in South Carolina on federal holiday?

Juneteenth is currently a federal holiday and a state holiday in 46 states. South Carolina, Arkansas, Florida, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Oklahoma are the only Southern states that do not recognize Juneteenth as an official state holiday.

Los Angeles Times · 23h

Could President Trump cancel Juneteenth as a federal holiday?

Black communities have celebrated Juneteenth for more than 150 years. But it gained increased national prominence in the wake of the racial reckoning sparked by George Floyd’s murder at the hands of Minneapolis police in 2020.

Austin American-Statesman on M… · 1d

Are banks, post offices open on Juneteenth? Here's what's closed on the federal holiday

In 2021, it was officially recognized as a federal holiday, prompting many government offices and organizations to observe the day with closures or special events. This milestone was largely due to the efforts of Texas native Opal Lee,

Juneteenth in Upstate SC: Soul Food Festival in Simpsonville, Jubilee Parade in Spartanburg

Different events will take place in the Upstate for the Juneteenth holiday as many celebrate African American independence.

WCCB Charlotte1d

SC observes Confederate Memorial Day, but not Juneteenth

Federal offices are closed Thursday June 19th for Juneteenth, but in South Carolina business will continue as usual at the ...

Juneteenth in Upstate SC: List of block parties, parade, gala, 5K, and soul food festival

Different events will take place in the Upstate for the Juneteenth holiday as many celebrate African American independence.

Celebrating Juneteenth and the first day of summer: Things to do in Columbia, June 19-22

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Although it's been feeling like it for days now, summer officially arrives on Friday, June 20. The summer ...

From museums to festivals, here's where to celebrate Juneteenth in Columbia

Juneteenth, now a federal holiday, is coming up and that means taking time to celebrate Black culture and community. Learn ...

North Country Public Radio16h

Honoring Juneteenth in Charleston from the past to the present

We’re centering our Juneteenth coverage in Charleston, South Carolina, first talking about slave tags with Chad Stewart, ...

South Carolina Public Radio1d

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 ...

ABC Columbia10h

“Sam Gilliam: Printmaker” — celebrating Juneteenth and Black artistry at the Columbia Museum of Art

Guests will first encounter an exhibition on Sam Gilliam -- a Black printmaker known for pushing the boundaries of abstract art through vibrant colors and combinations.

1don MSN

Is Juneteenth a paid holiday?

According to a 2024 Congressional Research Service report, at least 30 states and the District of Columbia have designated ...

Want to commemorate Juneteenth in Spartanburg? These are the events planned around the holiday.

There are several events being planned this week in Spartanburg to commemorate Juneteenth and also celebrate the area's Black ...

1don MSN

At a Juneteenth sleepover, campers commune with ancestors

A South Carolina park was once a town founded by freed people. Now visitors sleep there to get close to history.

Will Juneteenth events still be held in the Upstate despite Trump's anti-DEI initiatives?

Here's what to know about the holiday in South Carolina.

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