PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — The Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration is happening next month in Portsmouth, and it won’t just be a time to celebrate African American freedom, it will also address some very important topics in the city. Gil Bland, president and CEO of Urban League of Hampton Roads, and Mayor of Portsmouth Shannon Glover joined us to share how they’re working together to address gun violence, and create a brighter future for the community.
3rd Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration
Saturday, June 15, 1-9 p.m.
Festival Park, Portsmouth
757-627-0864
ULHR.org/Juneteenth
This segment of The Hampton Roads Show is sponsored by Urban League of Hampton Roads.