Juneteenth Will Replace Columbus Day as Government Holiday in Franklin County in 2021

The Franklin County Commissioners announced today that they are taking steps to move forward with Juneteenth as an official paid holiday for county employees in 2021, and removing the recognition of Columbus Day. “June 19th celebrates the abolition of slavery in America, and the recognition that African Americans are entitled to equal rights in this country […]
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