Governor Juneteenth designated as state holiday for fourth year Although not legally considered an official state holiday, state employees will observe Juneteenth this year. Mary Claire WootenMay 21, 2024
Legislature Alabama House votes to recognize Juneteenth as a state holiday — with a twist State employees must choose between taking the day off for Juneteenth or for Jefferson Davis' Birthday. StaffApril 12, 2024
Legislature Bill filed to eliminate Jefferson Davis holiday Rep. Chris England also plans to file a bill to eliminate Robert E. Lee Day, which is still celebrated in conjunction with MLK Day. Jacob HolmesMarch 31, 2023
News Monday is Presidents Day Presidents Day is a state holiday so many schools, libraries, banks and businesses are closed. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 15, 2021
News Official state Christmas tree was delivered The approximately 35-foot tree will be displayed on the front steps of the state Capitol building. Brandon MoseleyNovember 27, 2020
News Today is Robert E. Lee Day Monday, January 20, 2020, is an official state holiday. State offices and most schools will be closed today in honor of General Robert E.... Brandon MoseleyJanuary 20, 2020
News Today is Robert E. Lee’s birthday Monday, January 21, 2019, is a state holiday and is celebrated across the state of Alabama as General Robert E. Lee’s birthday. The Virginian... Brandon MoseleyJanuary 21, 2019
News Monday is Memorial Day Today is Memorial Day. Memorial Day each year is where the United States remembers the over one million Americans who have died defending this... Brandon MoseleyMay 28, 2018
News Today is Robert E. Lee’s birthday By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Monday, January 15, 2018, is celebrated across the state of Alabama as General Robert E. Lee’s birthday. Generations... Brandon MoseleyJanuary 15, 2018