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This Week In Black History August 21-27, 2024

Courier Newsroom - August 21, 2024

AUGUST 21 1831—The Nat Turner slave rebellion begins in Southampton, Va. It was the best organized and most deadly slave revolt in American history....

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Black Veterans Embark On ‘Honor Flight’ To D.C., To Celebrate Juneteenth

Hunter Gilmore - June 19, 2024

Marian Dee Elder’s journey to the military began with a bet she was determined to win. Despite her brother’s skepticism about her ability to...

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Exclusive: National Geographic Presents “Clotilda: The Return Home”—A Journey Of Remembrance And Reconciliation Ahead Of Juneteenth

Hunter Gilmore - June 18, 2024

National Geographic recently premiered "Clotilda: The Return Home," a deeply moving one-hour special airing on Disney+. This poignant documentary reveals the untold story of the...

Arts and Culture

The Home Depot Backyard Hosts Truist Night Market: A Juneteenth Edition In Celebration Of Holiday

Hunter Gilmore - June 15, 2024

In celebration of Juneteenth National Independence Day, The Home Depot Backyard (HDBY) is set to host a series of vibrant events and programs under...

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West Virginia Officially Recognizes Juneteenth As A State Holiday

Hunter Gilmore - June 11, 2024

On June 7, 2024, West Virginia Governor Jim Justice issued a state proclamation declaring Juneteenth an official state holiday. This significant move ensures that June...

Arts and Culture

White House Host Juneteenth Celebration Today Featuring Black Artists and Actors

Roz Edward - June 13, 2023

President Joe Biden, first lady Jill Biden and the rest of the White House staff are preparing to host its first-ever will Juneteenth concert...

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Juneteenth celebrations in wake of racial awareness

Roz Edward - June 9, 2020

What, to the American slave, is your 4th of July? I answer; a day that reveals to him, more than all other days in...

Community

Commissioner Natalie Hall to Lead Atlanta’s Juneteenth Parade

ADW News - June 11, 2019

Fulton County District 4 Commissioner Natalie Hall will serve as the official Grand Marshal for the Juneteenth Atlanta Parade and Music Festival on Saturday,...

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