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Arizona, MLK Day

It took years of acrimonious fights to create an MLK holiday in Arizona

It took a long and contentious fight to make Martin Luther King Jr. Day a state holiday in Arizona. The big picture: The movement to carve out a day to honor King began shortly after his 1968 assassination.

AZ Central · 48m

Look back at photos of Arizonans pushing for MLK Day holiday

Arizona was one of the last states to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a holiday and the only state that required a public vote to do so.

Yahoo · 1h

MLK Day: The long struggle to establish the federal holiday

For some, the holiday is just that — time off from work or school. But, King’s family and others carrying on his legacy of equality, justice and non-violent protest want Americans to remember that thi

Axios · 30m

Getting an MLK holiday in Arizona wasn't easy

It took several attempts and some acrimonious fights to create a holiday honoring Martin Luther King Jr. in Arizona. Photo: AFP via

What’s open, what’s closed on MLK Day

Hosted on MSN · 17m

Here's how to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in SLC

Monday is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Here's how Utah is honoring the civil rights leader next week. 📣Marches and rallies: The Beloved Community Celebration begins with a gathering 11:30am Monday at the Utah State Capitol,

USA Today · 2h

What's open and closed in Oregon on Martin Luther King Jr. Day? See the list

As people prepare to celebrate Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, here’s what to know about what’s open and closed on MLK Day in Oregon.

Newsday · 48m

Martin Luther King Jr. Day events across Long Island

Martin Luther King Jr. Day, this year celebrated on Jan. 20, was established as a holiday in 1983 to honor the legacy of the civil rights leader. Organizations across Long Island are offering opportunities for learning and service. Please call or email to confirm events.

MLK Jr. Marade delayed due to Mon.'s cold weather

Yahoo · 9h

MLK Jr. Marade delayed due to Monday's cold weather

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Marade will be modified due to the below-freezing temperatures on Monday. FOX31's Alliyah Sims spoke with organizers to learn how participants can stay safe and honor MLK Jr.

Denver Post on MSN · 21h

Arctic blast to delay Denver’s MLK Day Marade, shorten schedule

Frigid, below-zero temperatures from this weekend’s expected arctic blast have forced organizers to cut back on the 41st annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Marade celebration in Denver. It will be 1 degree in Denver at 10 a.

KUSA-TV Denver on MSN · 21h

Denver MLK Jr. Marade will start later due to cold weather

The annual celebration for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be delayed by 30 minutes on Monday morning due to frigid temperatures and snow in the forecast.

2hon MSN

Preview: MLK Day celebration at NWTC is 'more important than ever,' event organizers say

MLK Day and Inauguration Day will fall on the same date this year. That's not lost on the organizers of NWTC's MLK ...

1hon MSN

Cincinnati weather: Wind chills as low as 15 below 0 possible on Inauguration/MLK Jr. Day

What will the weather be like on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and President-elect Donald Trump's Inauguration? Check Monday's ...

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MLK weekend traffic restrictions in the Valley: What to know before hitting the road

There will be notable restrictions and closures on Loop 101 and Interstate 10, as well as on- and off-ramp closures.

Celebrate MLK’s legacy this weekend in Connecticut with commemorations, music, events and more

Connecticut has plenty to do this holiday weekend, most of which is centered around honoring the late Dr. Martin Luther King, ...

BCRI to host events leading up to MLK Day

On Saturday, the BCRI team is inviting those interested to register for the MLK Day 5K Drum Run. This event consists of a 5K ...

Boise State Public Radio1h

Student-led MLK Day of Greatness emphasizes 'evolving together'

Jan. 20 marks Martin Luther King Day, a holiday that Boise State’s MLK Living Legacy Committee is celebrating with the theme ...

Redding Record Searchlight on MSN2h

Celebrate MLK Day in Redding: '...refuse to believe that the bank of justice is bankrupt.'

Redding marches, prays and rings the bell to celebrate Martin Luther King Day and the civil rights leader's message of unity ...

Hosted on MSN1h

San Antonio gears up for 38th MLK March amid arctic cold

MLK March is set to draw thousands Monday to the East Side despite the cold weather, organizers say. By the numbers: Dwayne ...

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Arizona, MLK Day

What’s open, what’s closed on MLK Day

MLK Jr. Marade delayed due to Mon.'s cold weather

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