Martin Luther King Jr. Day Archives

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Commentary: When we examine our prejudices, MLK’s ‘Beloved Community’ is within reach

by KCAW News | Feb 8, 2021 | Commentary

The Beloved Community was MLK's way of talking about Heaven on Earth. What would it be like if we actually respected, included, and honored each other, as the precious beings that we are? Read More

Americorps hosts career fair in honor of MLK Day of Service

by KCAW Staff | Jan 17, 2020 | The Morning Interview

Martin Luther King Jr. Day isn't just a day off - many view the holiday as an opportunity to honor the civil rights leader by giving back, as part of a national day of service.Read More

What does civil rights mean to 21st century kids?

by Emily Kwong, KCAW | Jan 23, 2015 | Local News, Syndicated

Almost 50 Years after Martin Luther King led the march from Selma to Montgomery, that resulted in the passage of the Voting Rights Act, the landscape of civil rights has changed. There are new faces tackling modern issues in the city of Sitka. Read More

Community service superstars honored on MLK Day

by Emily Kwong, KCAW | Jan 20, 2015 | Syndicated, The CorvidEYE

These students were among 30 presented with certificates on Martin Luther King Jr. Day at a ceremony at Blatchley Middle School. The students ranged from Lexie Kennedy in kindergarten to seniors at all three high schools. Read More