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Opal Lee, 'grandmother of Juneteenth,' spends 100th birthday at the center of celebrations in Texas

KPRC 2 Houston By Jamie Stengle, Associated Press Oct 7, 2026 · 1:11 PM 3 min read 61 views 0 comments

Opal Lee, 'grandmother of Juneteenth,' spends 100th birthday at the center of celebrations in Texas — Image: KPRC 2 Houston

Opal Lee, a driving force in making Juneteenth a federal holiday, spent her 100th birthday on Wednesday at the center of celebrations in her Texas hometown.

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