Juneteenth could be become a permanent holiday fixture Gene Marrano June 22, 2020 1 minute read Governor Northam declared last Friday – June 19th or “Juneteenth” a state holiday for the first time. Roanoke City employees had off as well and it could become a permanent recognition next year, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Reorienting freshman orientation: schools like VT must adaptNext: One person dies from injures sustained during vehicle crash in Roanoke County Related Stories Roanoke unveils historic marker to honor ophthalmology pioneer Web Staff April 17, 2026 Roanoke prepares for record heat, road closures during Blue Ridge Marathon Ian Price April 17, 2026 Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026
