Remembering the past, celebrating freedom: The meaning of Juneteenth

Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Every year on June 19, communities across the United States gather to celebrate Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in America and honors the achievements and contributions of African Americans throughout history. Although Juneteenth has been celebrated in Black communities for more than 150 years, it was only officially recognized as a federal holiday in 2021, making it one of the nations newest holidays. Its recent recognition