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The check is in the mail...
"There are many New Mexicans who need a new washer and dryer, or need to get their children new school clothes, or even pay some of their college tuition or gas bills that cost so much nowadays. This tax relief bill will empower them to do so."--Heather Wilson
Check out this month`s Serving Neighbors to see if you get a tax refund this Summer... |
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| What happened on June 19, 1865? |
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Lincoln hand-wrote the first draft of the Emancipation Proclamation, which was ultimately enforced in Southwestern states by federal troops.
By Joseph Dossey
Joseph is a sixteen-year old Sandia High School student serving a Summer internship in Heather`s office.
Juneteenth, or June 19, is when our country unofficially celebrates the freeing of African American slaves.
On January 1, 1863 President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which forever freed African Americans who were enslaved. Sadly, it would be two more years before all slaves in the United States would truly be free.
Two Months and five days after President Lincoln was assassinated, federal troops under the command of Major General Gordon Granger marched into Galveston, Texas to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation. That day was June 19, 1865. The Celebration that ensued is now called Juneteenth, and people in Albuquerque will remember this historic day with several activities this weekend.
New Mexicans have celebrated Juneteenth annually since 1976. This year’s Celebration will include cultural displays, African art, Performing arts, music, and of course, food.
The Celebration kicks off Thursday, June 14 with a concert from 7PM to 8:30PM at the South Broadway Cultural Center.
On Friday, June 15th, there will be a fashion and talent show from 6 to 8:30 PM, also at the South Broadway Cultural Center. The main event will begin Saturday, June 16th at noon PM at the Thomas Bell Community Center and Kirtland Park at 3000 University SE. It`s free! |
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