June 19 proclaimed as Emancipation Day in Fayette County

The Fayette County Commissioners Court signed a proclamation at its regular meeting on Thursday, May 28 declaring Friday, June 19 as Emancipation Day in Fayette County, recognizing the great contributions that African American citizens have made to Fayette County. Among those present were (from left) Commissioner Drew Brossmann, Commissioner Harvey Berckenhoff, County Judge Dan Mueller, Verlia ...

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