Local Juneteenth Celebrations Reflect On Freedom Amid National Tensions | News Examiner-Enterprise

Helen McGee-Young holds the golden plate presented to her by the local NAACP Chapter. This award highlights her significant contributions, particularly in educating and inspiring others through her teaching of Black History at Lutcher High School.

St. James Parish’s oldest citizen, 103-year-old Brookstown resident Laura Lewis (in pink), spoke briefly during the Juneteenth Celebration held last Thursday in Gramercy.

Local Juneteenth Celebrations Reflect On Freedom Amid National Tensions

Thu, 06/26/2025 - 2:21am

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