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State Government January 20, 2025 - 3:20 pm

Kansans go beyond remembrance at Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration

by Anna Kaminski, Kansas Reflector

Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day came early in Kansas, beginning on his birthday with a march, a formal proclamation and words honoring the beloved civil rights figure.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education January 18, 2025 - 1:41 pm

‘Together’s the only way’: Unity theme resonates at tribute to MLK

by Tricia Masenthin

Poetry, music and inspirational words were shared Friday afternoon in memory of Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy during the 34th MLK schoolwide assembly at Billy Mills Middle School.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news January 16, 2025 - 3:56 pm

Parking is free, trash pickup not delayed and more notes for MLK Jr. Day in Lawrence

by Lawrence Times

Starting with this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, solid waste pickup will not be delayed by a day in Lawrence. Details, plus more notes on holiday closures and service changes, are here.

Eva Kapanadze
Arts & Events January 16, 2025 - 3:02 pm

Original stage play inspired by MLK Jr.’s message of community strength; tickets on sale

by Maya Hodison

In the setting of a talk show, an upcoming original stage play in Lawrence will impart Martin Luther King Jr.’s belief in community strength.

Zephyr Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events January 14, 2025 - 12:31 pm

Lawrence library to host several events for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

by Lawrence Times

The Lawrence Public Library will celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with a slate of family-friendly events and a food drive.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education January 13, 2024 - 2:40 pm

Lawrence middle schoolers encouraged to use their voices for good at MLK tribute

by Tricia Masenthin

Voices from the past, present and future converged Friday at Billy Mills Middle School to share messages of empowerment, community and courage in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

August Rudisell/The Lawrence Times
Arts & Events January 5, 2024 - 3:53 pm

Lawrence school district to host annual MLK Jr. celebration; student volunteers needed

by Maya Hodison

Community members are invited to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with Lawrence school district students and staff.

Lawrence news January 14, 2023 - 5:38 pm

Chili feed to bring community together in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.

by Maya Hodison

Lawrence community members are invited to join together for a comfort-food meal to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Carter Gaskins/Lawrence Times
Education January 14, 2023 - 3:24 pm

Retirees, alumni ‘come home’ for MLK celebration at Billy Mills Middle School

by Tricia Masenthin

Betty Norwood’s smile radiated Friday at the school where she taught for 24 years. She watched as staff, middle schoolers and parents assembled for a schoolwide celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. — an annual event Norwood is credited with starting more than three decades ago.

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Arts & Events January 13, 2023 - 6:40 pm

Library and B.L.A.C.K. Lawrence to host Martin Luther King Jr. Day stories, screening and poetry workshop

by Maya Hodison

The Lawrence Public Library has a series of free activities and community service opportunities — including storytelling and crafts, lunch and a documentary screening, a poetry workshop and more — slated for Monday in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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