LANSING, Mich. (News 10) – The mid-Michigan region kicked off Juneteenth celebratory events Thursday, from the south side of Lansing to Michigan State University.
Juneteenth recognizes the final day in which the last slaves were emancipated more than 150 years ago. Celebrations started early in the morning and continued into the evening.
The Freedom Festival at St. Joseph Park in Lansing featured vendors from around the area and a youth talent show…