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SELMA – Latinos Activate JOCO has announced the date for the 8th Annual JOCO Latino Festival, a vibrant celebration of Latino culture and community engagement. The festival is scheduled for Sunday, May 12, 2024, from 1:00pm. to 6:00pm.
This year’s festival will be held at Raiford Street and Waddell Street, with comprehensive road closures to ensure a safe and festive atmosphere for all attendees.
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Specifically, the closures will be effective from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on May 12. Raiford Street will be closed from the intersection of Oak Street and N Raiford St to Anderson St and from S Raiford St to Railroad St. Additionally, Waddell Street will see closures from the intersection of N Pollock and West Waddell St to the intersection of E Waddell St and N Webb St. These closures will facilitate the placement of numerous food trucks along Waddell Street, showcasing diverse Latino culinary offerings. To accommodate festival-goers, ample parking options will be available throughout the town.
The festival will also feature vendor along Raiford Street, showcasing a variety of goods and services, and live entertainment at the intersection of S Raiford St and Railroad St, featuring musical and dance performances celebrating Latino heritage.
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Proceeds from the festival will support Latinos Activate JoCo’s initiatives to empower the Latino community in Johnston County. Beyond a celebration, the festival enhances community understanding and engagement and supports local businesses.
For more details visit www.latinosactivatejoco.com.
Seems interesting…. I wonder how many of our white residents of Johnston County will go? I hope there will be a lot.