The Significance of Juneteenth Juneteenth, designated as a federal holiday in 2021, has gained increasing recognition and celebration across the United States. This day commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, two years after President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation and after the conclusion of the Civil War. As we […]
Memorial Day 2023: A Reflection on Flags, Sacrifice, and What it Means to be Open or Closed As Memorial Day approaches in 2023, many businesses and government entities are beginning to announce their plans for the holiday. Some will remain open, while others will close their doors to commemorate the sacrifice of those who have […]
