This year, Georgia’s Juneteenth celebrations are happening at a fraught time nationally for diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, as President Donald Trump moves to scale back DEI programs and ...

Young dancers with the Georgia Stars Academy of Dance perform in Atlanta’s Juneteenth parade Sunday, June 15, 2025. (Julia Beverly for the Georgia Recorder) MARIETTA, Ga. – Selina and Howie ...

Is Juneteenth still celebrated in Georgia? What to know about next federal holiday. Vanessa Countryman, Athens Banner-Herald. Mon, June 16, 2025 at 5:27 PM UTC. 1 min read.

Juneteenth is the next federal holiday. Here's what will happen on June 19. ... Vanessa Countryman is the Trending Topics Reporter for the the Deep South Connect Team Georgia.

A spirit of defiance was the undercurrent at Tybee Island’s Juneteenth celebration, an annual wade-in at South Beach in commemoration of the 11 Black citizens who were arrested in 1960 for attempting ...

With Juneteenth a federal holiday, many across Georgia are planning a well-deserved day off of work to relax or go outdoors. Regardless of your plans, you may want to pack an umbrella along. The ...

Explore the rich history and culture of Juneteenth in Atlanta with these five events, featuring music, food, art, and more. Join the ... Above: Ms. Daisy Lynton of Columbus, Georgia. Photo by Donnell ...

Explore Juneteenth 2025 festivities in Central Georgia, including music, art, and cultural events in Macon, Milledgeville, and Warner Robins. Skip Navigation.

For beginners and those brushing up on history, here are some answers: ...

A Kroger spokesperson responded to viral backlash over Juneteenth cakes sold in one Georgia grocery store in a statement to Newsweek on Thursday.. Why It Matters. Juneteenth, which commemorates ...

Whether you like them classic, or dirty, there's no better time to enjoy a martini than on National Martini Day. See where the best one is in Georgia.