After gaining federal recognition, many became familiar with Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the day slaves in Texas were freed. But, in North Carolina, Emancipation Day is celebrated on January ...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Charleston celebrated Emancipation Day with a parade and a post-program. The nation’s ...

On this day in history, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. On Jan. 1, 1863, Lincoln declared ...

Emancipation Proclamation Celebration in Gary — a constant to usher in the new year — also ushered in a new era for the ...

The Emancipation Day Parade kicks off Wednesday morning in downtown Charleston. The parade will kick off at 11 a.m. on ...

Charleston's International African American Museum (IAAM) hosted a New Year’s Day event Wednesday to commemorate the ...

An Emancipation Day Parade will be held in Charleston on Wednesday to commemorate the decree issued by President Abraham ...

While unofficial, small celebrations began almost immediately, the first organized Emancipation Day celebrations in North ...

Starting each new year is probably my most favorite time of the year. It is the point where we as individuals, organizations ...

I began my journey covering Vaughan in April 2024 and, as I wrote in my introductory column, I was adamant that my priority ...

MADISON, Ala. (WHNT) — The annual Jubilee Day Celebration is recognized in North Alabama. The celebration commemorates the ...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Several road closures are scheduled for Jan. 1 for the annual Emancipation Parade. The parade will be from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on New Year’s Day.