RACINE — The community will gather Monday on Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday to celebrate his accomplishments and contributions at Festival Hall, 5 5th St., in Downtown Racine. Doors will open to the event at 11:45 a.m. The Racine Mirror Newspaper, Insider Racine, and Hispanic Reflections Newspaper will host the celebration. The City of Racine […]
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2023 MLK Wreath Laying Ceremony event in Racine
RACINE — The annual MLK Wreath Laying Ceremony will take place on Friday, Jan. 13, ahead of the observed holiday on Monday, Jan. 16, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. To honor the service and work of the civil rights leader’s life, various community organizations and businesses welcome the public to attend this […]
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Martin Luther King Jr. 2023 celebrations set for Racine, Kenosha
RACINE AND KENOSHA — Celebrations of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. are set for Racine and Kenosha next month. Racine celebrations The Racine Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department and the Racine Unified School District will host a free, family-friendly event to celebrate King’s legacy on Wednesday, Jan. 11. The event, to […]
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay and Art Contest submission deadline is Dec. 20
RACINE — The 2022-23 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay and Art Contest is currently accepting submissions. Racine Unified School District and Mahogany Gallery have partnered to offer students in Racine County the chance to have their artwork on display. This year participants are welcome to submit an essay or piece of artwork that responds […]