Brentwood recognizes Juneteenth with proclamation

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Brentwood recognizes Juneteenth with proclamation

… are free”; and

Whereas, the African American Heritage Society of Williamson County … Brentwood desires to thank the African American Heritage Society for their efforts … also recognized Juneteenth, and the African American Heritage Society of Williamson County …

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