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MLK Jr. Day virtual celebrations held throughout western Kentucky
At Murray State University’s virtual MLK Jr. Day celebration, multiple university administrators spoke about how the message of the civil rights leader relates to the university community.
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Liam Niemeyer of WKMS
8:45 pm, January 18, 2021
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Organizations, local governments and other institutions throughout western Kentucky held virtual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebrations and events Monday to honor the legacy and messages of the civil rights leader, many focusing on how to implement King’s words in the present day.
Madisonville held its 35th Dr. Martin Luther King Memorial Wreath Laying Service broadcasted online from the city council chambers with a limited group of people due to COVID-19 restrictions. The audience heard from city officials speak about what King means to them. Madisonville Human Resources Director Lynn Owens said the civil rights leader’s position as a pastor and parent resonated with him, and he urged those listening to keep fighting the “uphill battle” against systemic racism.