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Ohio Valley celebrates MLK Jr. Day
Events in both Weirton and Steubenville celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day by reflecting on the life and work of the civil rights icon. In Weirton, those who came to the Dunbar Recreation Center were able to view a radio-style play,
Want to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day? Here are some free options in Ohio
Many places are offering free public events to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Here's where you can find them in Ohio.
Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.’s visit to rural Ohio
Martin Luther King Jr. spoke at Ohio Northern University in 1968. One woman remembers the impact the prominent civil rights leader’s words had at the rural northwest Ohio school.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Mail delivery, trash collection, other closures in Columbus
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on January 20, with mail and trash collection unavailable, banks and government offices closed, schools closed in some areas, and most private businesses remaining open.
LIST: Northeast Ohio to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with events
CLEVELAND — Northeast Ohio will honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2025 with a range of events celebrating his legacy of equality, justice and service. From community discussions to cultural programs and volunteer opportunities, residents across the region can participate in meaningful activities that promote reflection and unity.
LIST | Martin Luther King Jr. Day events in northwest Ohio, southeast Michigan
Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be observed on Monday, Jan. 20. Groups and organizations are commemorating the civil rights leader with events and activities.
39th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service hosted at Elyria High School
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service took place Jan. 20 in the city of Elyria. Residents, community members, representatives from local organizations and law enforcement
Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy: At breakfast on Inauguration Day, Columbus leaders remember
Today's local leaders expressed defiance toward Trump, while young speakers at the Columbus celebration spoke in hopeful tones about the future.
Linden community marches for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
About 50 people came together and marched over 10 blocks while listening to King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech.
Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman wants attention on Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and not his own trailblazing
Freeman will be the first Black head coach in an FBS national championship, which occurs Jan. 20 on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
How many times has Inauguration Day fallen on Martin Luther King Jr. Day? Let's take a look
Donald Trump will celebrate his Inauguration Day today, the same day as MLK Day. How many times have the two days overlapped? Here's what to know.
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Local MLK Day speakers tell Cincinnatians to resist pushback
Martin Luther King Jr. Day was observed in January 20 with speakers, a commemorative march, awards ceremonies and other events.
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Ku Klux Klan flyers in Kentucky order immigrants to ‘leave now,’ police say
Police are investigating after racist flyers purportedly issued by the Ku Klux Klan that directed immigrants to “leave now” and “avoid deportation” were found in several Kentucky cities on ...
LeBron James celebrates Ohio State's national championship victory
LeBron James maintains strong ties to his home state of Ohio. ATLANTA (AP) — LeBron James was in attendance at Mercedes-Benz ...
Residents across Greater Cincinnati find hateful flyers near homes, businesses
Communities are outraged after finding hateful flyers scattered throughout neighborhoods on both sides of the Ohio River.
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Hundreds of Northeast Ohio schools have canceled class on Wednesday
In the face of extreme cold, hundreds of Northeast Ohio school districts are canceling classes for Tuesday following the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.
Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame honors MLK Day with special events
The Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame is offering a unique way to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, featuring more than ...
Speakers at Columbus' MLK Day event at Lincoln Theatre focus on President Trump, decry hate
At Columbus' MLK Day event, speakers decried Donald Trump for fermenting hate and called on people to allow MLK "to start ...
Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman falls short of breakthrough for Black coaches on historic day in America
"The timing of Marcus Freeman and Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a powerful symbol that should be viewed with cautious ...