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The story behind Juneteenth | Art & Leisure
SUMMARY: Juneteenth, which marks the day when the last enslaved people in the US learned they were free, has become a federal holiday in the country. The celebrations began in 1865 in Galveston, Texas, when Union troops informed enslaved people of their freedom. The holiday has traditionally been commemorated with parades, festivals, and cookouts. While Juneteenth has gained recognition and support in recent years, there are also concerns about its commercialization and the potential for its historical significance to be forgotten. Activists continue to advocate for the holiday to be used as a platform for education and activism surrounding racial disparities.
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SUMMARY: The City of Galveston, Texas, has closed all beach access points west of the seawall until further notice due to hazardous debris and damaged dunes caused by Tropical Storm Alberto and Hurricane Beryl. The city explained that downed power lines and shifted public dune walkovers necessitated the closures for safety and power restoration efforts. Authorization from the Texas General Land Office has been granted for these closures, which will last until the access points are deemed safe. Barricades will be placed to prevent entry, and the public is urged to avoid these areas during this period.
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SUMMARY: Residents in Galveston County, Texas are enduring intense heat without power for three days following Hurricane Beryl's landfall. Many have gathered on the east end of Galveston Island for cell phone reception. Individuals like Andrew Williams rely on generators to power essentials. Tourists face food and heat challenges, with cooling centers offering relief. Judge Mark Henry aims for full power restoration by the weekend. Cooling stations are open, including McGuire Dent Recreation Center and facilities across different towns. The community's resilience showcases efforts to manage the ongoing crisis, utilizing centers for cooling and charging stations.
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SUMMARY: Galveston Island is working towards recovery after an unexpected hurricane caused extensive damage, Mayor Craig Brown announced. The island experienced wind gusts up to 78 mph and significant flooding on its west side. With power and phone services down, CenterPoint aims to restore power by Wednesday, increasing its workforce on the island. City phone systems remain down, although 911 services are operational. Amidst restoration efforts, officials urge tourists to postpone visits. The storm's trajectory changed unexpectedly, shifting from Corpus Christi to Matagorda Bay, impacting July 4th celebrations with around 300,000 extra visitors. Evacuations were issued to protect residents.
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