Board recognizes Juneteenth holiday
The Hanover Board of Supervisors recognized the new Juneteenth holiday at their meeting on Wednesday. The Board’s proclamation honors “the countless contributions made by African Americans to our county, state and nation” and noted that “Juneteenth marks the celebration of not just a moment in the past but also a renewed shared commitment to uniting as Americans to ensure equality and opportunity are a reality for all Americans, in the present and the future.” From left to right are John A. Budesky, County Administrator; Chickahominy District Supervisor Angela Kelly-Wiecek; Hanover NAACP president Pat Hunter-Jordan; Ashland District Supervisor Faye O. Prichard; and Peggy Lavinder.