Gov. Ducey honors Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Source: Gray DC) By Shelby Trahan | January 18, 2021 at 9:47 AM MST - Updated January 18 at 9:47 AM TUCSON, Ariz. (KOLD News 13) - For more than 35 years, on the third Monday in January, Americans have honored the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. on MLK Day. Today, Governor Doug Ducey released this statement in remembrance of the Civil Rights icon. “Arizona today is proud to honor the memory and enduring influence of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This year’s celebration of Dr. King’s legacy takes on added significance following the extraordinary challenges we confronted in 2020.