Alabama Legislature Votes To Honor Rosa Parks With A Holiday

More than a decade after her death, the Alabama Legislature has voted to honor civil rights icon Rosa Parks with a holiday. Last week, the Alabama House voted 120-0 to establish Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day. Though it’s not an official state holiday that would automatically prompt closures of Alabama’s offices and facilities, counties and […]

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  • a Best Husband Award: Alexis Ohanian Surprises Serena Williams With 4 Billboards Ahead Of Her Return To The Court February 27, 2018
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  • a Jordin Sparks Is Using Her Infectious Cheer To Help Make The World Smile February 26, 2018