Over the decades, Juneteenth has also been called Freedom Day, Emancipation Day ... It’s typical to wish people a “Happy Juneteenth” or “Happy Teenth,” according to Alan Freeman, a comedian who has ...

The five-point white star in the middle is a tribute to Juneteenth’s birthplace of Texas. It is encircled by another white starry line that represents the spreading of freedom.

Is Juneteenth more of a solemn day of remembrance or a party? It depends on what you want. Juneteenth festivities are rooted in cookouts and picnics. Originally celebrated as Black Americans’ true ...

Thousands came out to celebrate Juneteenth in Oakland with music, food and activities for the kids. Those in attendance knew it was a day to celebrate freedom - an issue that is still top of mind.

What are other names used to refer to Juneteenth? Over the decades, Juneteenth has also been called Freedom Day, Emancipation Day, Black Fourth of July and second Independence Day among others.

Racine’s Miss Juneteenth started in 1983, according to Stinson-Dockery. Stinson-Dockery was Miss Juneteenth in 1986 and had a ...

TROY — Multiple Troy students were among the winners of Oakland County’s first Juneteenth Art & Essay Contest.