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The City of Montgomery on Monday announced the winners of a virtual contest created to commemorate the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
The 2021 MLK Student Perspectives Contest asked Montgomery students to submit a brief video presentation of their favorite quote from one of Dr. King’s speeches, sermons or interviews and then explain why that quote resonates with them today.
“We congratulate this year’s MLK Student Perspectives Contest winners and applaud the overall quality of entries,” Mayor Steven L. Reed said. “Each student who participated articulated a deep understanding of Dr. King’s vision and how it relates to building a better community today. I look forward to honoring these future leaders at the next Council Meeting.”
Montgomery to mark virtual commemoration of 2021 MLK Day
Montgomery to mark virtual commemoration of 2021 MLK Day By WSFA Staff | January 13, 2021 at 3:30 PM CST - Updated January 14 at 8:24 AM
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The City of Montgomery says it will take a new approach in 2021 to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“As rising COVID-19 rates threaten our overall health and safety, we must take precautions and reimagine annual celebrations – even Dr. King’s birthday and the Day of Service,” Mayor Steven L. Reed said. ”In doing so, the City will offer a slate of innovative virtual opportunities that fully encapsulate the spirit of Dr. King while embracing his global impact.”
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Plans Changing in Montgomery Due to COVID-19
The City of Montgomery has announced that its plans to remember the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will be changing this year in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. The national holiday honoring Dr. King is Monday, January 18.
“As rising COVID-19 rates threaten our overall health and safety, we must take precautions and reimagine annual celebrations – even Dr. King’s birthday and the Day of Service,” Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed said in a statement. “In doing so, the city will offer a slate of innovative virtual opportunities that fully encapsulate the spirit of Dr. King while embracing his global impact,” he said.