What is Juneteenth? Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing those held as slaves, on January 1, 1863.  It took an additional 2.5 years beyond that for the last enslaved people to be freed in Galveston, TX.  June 19, 1865 – Juneteenth –  is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of the actual…

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As we get closer to the official start of summer, we’re all looking for ways to keep cool. We like to have fun in the sun, but we also want everyone to stay safe. Here are a few tips to help you enjoy the summer without overheating! 💧Stay hydrated — This one seems pretty obvious,…

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Dont Forget Sunscreen

It’s summertime, and that means swimming, mowing, grilling, lake time, and…SUNBURNS. Ouch! We’ve got some sunscreen tips to prevent that lobster look from messing with your summer fun. ☀️ Choose a sunscreen that has an SPF (sun protection factor) of 30 or higher, is water resistant, and provides broad-spectrum coverage, which means it protects you…

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