Mon May 26 23:20:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**
**Juneteenth Museum Breaks Ground in Fort Worth, Hurricane Season Looms, and Texas Celebrates Notable Figures**
FORT WORTH, Texas – Fort Worth officials have cleared the way for the construction of the National Juneteenth Museum, a $70 million project commemorating Black history. The 50,000-square-foot facility, encompassing a museum, food hall, business incubator, and theater, will be built on the city’s Historic Southside. The city is contributing $15 million to the project. Opal Lee, the “Grandmother of Juneteenth,” expressed her approval of the city council’s decision.
As hurricane season began on June 1st, experts are predicting an above-average year. Electric cooperatives are urging residents to stay informed through their websites and social media channels for crucial safety information.
This month also marks the centennial of Barbara Bush’s birth. Born June 8, 1925, the former First Lady, wife of President George H.W. Bush and mother of President George W. Bush, is being remembered for her strong opinions and popularity.
Finally, this June marks the 75th anniversary of John S. Chase’s historic enrollment at the University of Texas as the first African American student in a graduate program at a major Southern university. He went on to become the state’s first Black licensed architect.
First Piper 