Juneteenth Celebrations in Charles Town Highlight Freedom's Legacy
W.Va. Recognizes Juneteenth As Officials Call For State Holiday
West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Thursday, June 19, 2025
Statewide celebrations across West Virginia observed the significance of Juneteenth, marking the arrival of Union troops in Galveston, Texas in 1865, which announced freedom for enslaved individuals. Local events in towns such as Charles Town and Shepherdstown highlighted the importance of this day, bringing communities together to acknowledge this historic milestone while advocates call for the establishment of a state holiday. The article was published by West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
