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Roots Recovered: Reclaiming Our Names

This documentary from 13News Now explores the growing interest African Americans have in discovering their ancestral names.
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Juneteenth | Sharing the holiday's significance and celebrating freedom

Sharing the history and significance of Juneteenth, as well as the different ways to celebrate and commemorate freedom.
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Oak Grove Baptist Church in Elgin honors Juneteenth with celebration

The event included a baking contest, food trucks, Black history displays, a bounce house and games for kids and adults.
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Legacy Lives Here: The National Juneteenth Museum

A look at the coming museum, as envisioned by the Grandmother of Juneteenth, Ms. Opal Lee. Plus: How will it transform Fort Worth's Historic Southside neighborhood?
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Rainy forecast forces cancellation of Juneteenth parade, community celebrations persist

Inclement weather forces cancellation of Columbia's Juneteenth parade, but organizers urge residents to participate in other events.
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Rainy forecast forces cancellation of Juneteenth parade, community celebrations persist

Inclement weather forces cancellation of Columbia's Juneteenth parade, but organizers urge residents to participate in other events.
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Columbia comes together to celebrate Juneteenth, reflect on historical significance at Segra Park

The community unites at Segra Park to honor the historical significance of Juneteenth through a vibrant celebration of music, entertainment, and food.
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Juneteenth: Sharing the significance and celebrating freedom

Sharing the history and significance of Juneteenth, as well as the different ways to celebrate and commemorate freedom.
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Chef Richard Conklin joins News19's Foodie Friday to celebrate Soul Food Month

Chef Conklin, with Esther's Soul Food + Kitchen in Columbia, prepared fried chicken, mac-n-cheese and collard greens while talking about the origins of soul food
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Juneteenth 1865-2022: The Pursuit of Economic Equality

KHOU 11's second Juneteenth documentary, "Juneteenth: The Pursuit of Economic Equality," highlights the lasting financial impact of Juneteenth on Black Americans.
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Juneteenth: The history, importance and how to celebrate

A look at the history and origin of the federal holiday Juneteenth, as well as discussing Black pride and how to mark the holiday.