Richard Butler joined the Denver7 news team in July of 2021. After almost three years as a news photographer, he moved into the role of specialty multimedia journalist.
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The Juneteenth holiday is coming up on Wednesday. It marks the day when the last enslaved people in Texas learned they were free.
Both reigning Miss Juneteenth queens were in attendance on day 1 of the Colorado Springs Juneteenth festival Friday. Miss Juneteenth USA is a national scholarship pageant program that encourages young African American women to embrace their diversity and culture while pursuing higher educational goals. This national platform aims to showcase African Americans' beauty, poise, and rich culture.
"I was about to cry. I had to hold my tears back because I was too happy. It makes me feel strong, and I can do anything," said Fey.
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