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Arizona, MLK Day

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

AZ Central · 40m

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.

Axios Phoenix on MSN · 22m

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.

9 ways to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day around Boston

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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,

Newsday · 40m

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.

StamfordAdvocate · 3h

Film screenings and music: These events celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Connecticut, 2025

Westport Country Playhouse, the Bruce Museum, the Ferguson Library, UConn's Stamford campus and Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art are hosting events.

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YAHOO!News · 2h

Are banks in Ohio open on MLK Day 2025? What to know about ATMs, branch operations

Federal buildings and certain businesses are closed on MLK Day. Here's what to know about banking services in Ohio.

USA Today · 2d

Inauguration Day, MLK Day fall on the same day. Here's what Ohio residents should know

MLK Day is observed on the third Monday of January annually. This year, it falls on Jan. 20. MLK Day celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It takes place near, but generally not on, the day of King's birth (Jan. 15).

The Columbus Dispatch on MSN · 1d

Here's everything you need to know about MLK Day and Columbus events

Today, MLK Day is the reason for the first three-day weekend of the year with many off from school and work. What to know: What's open and closed on MLK Day? Is it a federal holiday? Here's what to know But with this year's federal holiday falling on the same day as Inauguration Day — occurring only for the third time in U.

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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 ...

Axios on MSN2h

MLK Day 2025 in Richmond: Concerts, parades and volunteer events

Richmond joins the rest of the country this weekend in honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Flashback: MLK Jr.

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What's open and closed on Martin Luther King Day 2025? Here's your guide to mail and more

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. Since it's a federal holiday, some businesses and services may be closed. Here's what to know.

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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 ...

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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 ...

Massachusetts cities and towns plan public events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

From breakfasts, to food drives, to service projects, Massachusetts communities this weekend will celebrate Martin Luther ...

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What's open, closed on MLK Day? Is there school on MLK Day? What to know ahead of Monday.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is just around the corner, bringing with it closures and adjusted hours for schools, stores and ...

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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 ...

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