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How a Jacksonville advocate works to ensure the youth know about Juneteenth

Published: June 20, 2025 at 10:35 AM

Juneteenth is a day that one Jacksonville advocate always looks forward to. Take a look inside her work to ensure the younger generation knows what Juneteenth is.

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