https://www.wcmu.org/tags/martin-luther-king-jr-day Martin Luther King Jr. Day en-US Copyright Tue, 20 Jan 2026 03:49:22 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-01-19/speakers-at-lansings-mlk-day-of-celebration-stress-accountability-to-kings-legacy Speeches warned against simplifying the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. into a caricature at one of the nation's largest and longest-running gatherings to mark his birthday. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 03:49:22 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-01-19/speakers-at-lansings-mlk-day-of-celebration-stress-accountability-to-kings-legacy Colin Jackson https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-01-21/cmu-shares-brunch-with-local-community-for-mlk-day Central Michigan University opened its doors for both campus and Mount Pleasant community members for its Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service event. While sharing brunch, guests were treated to performances from CMU musicians and remarks from speakers across campus in honor of King's legacy. Tue, 21 Jan 2025 16:57:47 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-01-21/cmu-shares-brunch-with-local-community-for-mlk-day Blace Carpenter https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-01-16/whitmer-public-officials-participate-in-mlk-day-luncheon Michigan politicians appeared in Lansing Monday to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. at a memorial luncheon. Tue, 16 Jan 2024 14:45:42 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-01-16/whitmer-public-officials-participate-in-mlk-day-luncheon Colin Jackson | MPRN https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2023-01-18/grand-rapids-native-world-renowned-architect-reflects-on-working-on-the-mlk-monument Architect Marshall Purnell has been recognized around the globe for his work and is considered one of the most accomplished architects in America today, but the Grand Rapids native says his role in the creation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington D.C. is his most memorable project. Wed, 18 Jan 2023 23:35:51 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2023-01-18/grand-rapids-native-world-renowned-architect-reflects-on-working-on-the-mlk-monument Kylie Ambu