Donaldsonville celebrates 31st annual Juneteenth with focus on history and tradition

DONALDSONVILLE, La. (WAFB) – Families from across Ascension Parish and beyond gathered Saturday for the 31st annual Juneteenth celebration in Donaldsonville, marking the holiday with live entertainment, food vendors, and historical presentations.

For Dontracy Carter, the event represents more than a gathering.

“It means culture, it means family, it means friends, it means everything that is here today,” Carter said…

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