Tag: Bethel Gardens
McAllen celebrates Juneteenth at site of historic Black church
McALLEN — It would take more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln abolished slavery with the Emancipation Proclamation before enslaved people in Texas would learn they were, at last, free.
Photo Gallery: McAllen celebrates Juneteenth at site of historic Black church
McALLEN — Members of Village in the Valley, or VIVA, an organization aimed at elevating the Black community through education and fostering unity, hosted a Juneteenth celebration Monday at the historic Bethel Gardens in South McAllen.
Her memory now permanently etched in McAllen, Lula Eugene Stroud honored with marker at...
McALLEN — Giving, caring and humble are the words often used by Gilbert Stroud to describe his mother, Lula Eugene Stroud, who left a loving impression on everyone she met. He recalled how Lula, who her family affectionately referred to as “Gene,” exhibited a friendly nature toward people, describing her manners as lovely and as delicate as “a southern belle,” just without the riches, he laughed.
All about hope: Black community leaders unveil murals for annual observance
People from across the Rio Grande Valley came together for the unveiling and dedication ceremony of a mural honoring the Historic Bethel Garden on...
Photo Gallery: Black community leaders unveil murals for annual observance
McALLEN — People from across the Rio Grande Valley came together for the unveiling and dedication ceremony of a mural honoring the Historic Bethel...
McAllen, Black community leaders, celebrate historic church site
McALLEN — On the corner of South 16th Street and Booker T. Avenue, a piece of history important to the Black community was rededicated...