- June 20, 2021
- Posted by: Stratford Team
- Category: Business
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Juneteenth is being celebrated across the country today.
Folks in Louisville hosted an event for black business owners to showcase their work in the community.
Community members gathered in the Louisville Coliseum to acknowledge history and celebrate those making a difference.
“It’s just like an overwhelming feeling,” Twyla Turner, owner of Twyla T. Presents and event coordinator, said.
Winston County celebrated Juneteenth with an event that showcased African American-owned businesses. Event coordinator and local business owner, Aleisha Bender, believes the event brings unity to the community.
“I think it’s important so that people can really get a true understanding of history and a true understanding of why Juneteenth is celebrated. And, just to kind of know your history and your background,” Bender said.
Juneteenth has been celebrated in Louisville for many years. But this year,…
