More than 1,000 people of all ages filled Mary Henley Park in Hemet on Thursday, June 19, to join in the second annual Juneteenth celebration hosted by Black Voices of the Valley and the City of Hemet.“We had 11 food vendors, 18 retail vendors, and 10 resource vendors, all who came to celebrate culture, family, and unity,” said Stephanie Bruce, Executive Director of BVOV. “Mayor Peterson presented a Juneteenth Proclamation to BVOV, and she also provided a little history and the meaning of Juneteenth. City Manager Mark Prestwich spoke to how important it was for everyone in the community to come out to support and celebrate this event.”Their remarks reaffirmed a united dedication to fostering inclusion, unity, and equal opportunity for all residents. The City of Hemet procla
