As Waukegan schools recognize Indigenous Peoples and Immigrants Day, local event celebrates Native American culture

After Ewing introduced the idea to the board, there was strong support. In November, the board moved to create Indigenous Peoples and Immigrants Day and replace Columbus Day. They also added Juneteenth as a holiday, commemorating the June 19 date when …After Ewing introduced the idea to the board, there was strong support. In November, the board moved to create Indigenous Peoples and Immigrants Day and replace Columbus Day. They also added Juneteenth as a holiday, commemorating the June 19 date when …