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Opal Lee celebrates Juneteenth with ‘Opal's Walk for Freedom'

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Opal LeeJune 19, 2024 11:43 am

Opal Lee celebrates Juneteenth with ‘Opal's Walk for Freedom'

Opal Lee, the “Grandmother of Juneteenth,” celebrated the holiday in Fair Park by walking alongside supporters. NBC 5’s Larry Collins recaps the event for us.

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Opal Lee celebrates Juneteenth with ‘Opal's Walk for Freedom'

Opal Lee celebrates Juneteenth with ‘Opal's Walk for Freedom'

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