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The Grandmother of Juneteenth, Dr. Opal Lee, turns 100
The Grandmother of Juneteenth, Dr. Opal Lee, turns 100
The Grandmother of Juneteenth, Dr. Opal Lee, turns 100

Published on: 10/07/2026

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Celebrating her 100th birthday, a Texas woman known as the "Grandmother of Juneteenth" reflects on her journey.

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