From a unity walk to live music and food vendors, Lafayette’s Juneteenth celebration offers free, family-friendly events honoring freedom and community.

The holiday is officially observed on June 19, marking the day Major General Gordon Granger ordered the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas.

The child is younger than 5 years old and lives in the northwest region of the state, the health department said.

It became a federal holiday in 2021. Here's how Central Florida is celebrating Juneteenth this year. 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration — Alonzo Williams Park. 225 M.A. Board Street. Saturday ...