Juneteenth officially became an American federal holiday two years ago, called “National Independence Day” by President Joseph Biden. Juneteenth, which is both a day of solemn reflection and remembrance and one of emancipation celebration, uplifts June 19, 1865: the date when the last enslaved people in the Confederacy were notified of their freedom following the...

The Crawford Park Great Lawn 2024 Summer Series kicks off on June 22 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm with local hero and Grammy-nominated guitarist Gil Parris & Friends! Gil Parris is known for his unique blend of Blues, Jazz, Rock, and Smooth Jazz. He has recorded and toured both as a solo artist and...