Martin Luther King Jr. Day Illinois

MLK Day, Service

When did MLK Day become a federal holiday? What to know about the national day of service

Texas officially recognized MLK Day in 1991. Today, it remains the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service.

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Hundred of volunteers pitch in for 10th annual MLK Day of Service in Flossmoor, Illinois

For a decade, the Village of Flossmoor has encouraged organizations to make the national holiday a "day on" instead of a "day off" by actively participating in a service project.

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Penn State students volunteer for MLK Day of Service to show ‘Change Continues with Us’

Penn State students had Monday off for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, but hundreds still made their way through the snow and freezing temperatures to work on service projects to honor MLK’s legacy. University events to honor King’s life and legacy started before the actual holiday,

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At Chicago’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day Breakfast, commitment to protecting rights is affirmed

Chicago civil rights leaders and Illinois politicians reaffirmed their dedication to protecting education and immigrants ...

Costco, USPS, schools: A list of what's open and closed for MLK Day in Illinois

While most government functions will not be operating on Monday, most grocery stores, big box stores and restaurants will ...

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Where to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Chicago

Tickets to the event are free to Illinois residents ... The Zakat Foundation of America will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day by distributing winter clothes and food for those in need.

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Chicago weekend events: Martin Luther King Day, Cubs Convention, winter market, jazz and cocktails

This weekend, celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, fan out at the Cubs Convention and participate in a look-alike ...

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025 events in the Local 6 area

The Carbondale Branch NAACP will be holding its 43rd Annual Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Scholarship Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. on ...

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, ask yourself, 'How can I help others?'

Former Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White was one of King's proteges. He writes about following King's example and committing to public service and volunteer work.

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MLK Day 2025: Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Service in Atlanta

As the nation recognizes Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a traditional celebration will take place locally. The 2025 MLK Day ...

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Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.: A list of suburban events

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday, Jan. 20. Here are events, celebrations and services that pay tribute to the civil ...

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'The dream is still alive:' MLK Love Train drives through Southern Illinois

MLK Love Train drive through southern Illinois aims to unite the community, spread love, and celebrate MLK Day.

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Why isn’t Martin Luther King Day celebrated on his Birthday on January 15? Date and celebration significance explored

However, the federal holiday is not celebrated on Martin Luther King Jr.'s actual birthday, i.e., January 15. Instead, MLK Day is observed on the third Monday of the month to align with the birthday.

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Winning Powerball numbers for Wednesday, Jan. 22, a $31 million jackpot

Powerball reset to $20 million after an Oregon ticket matched all 6 numbers, winning $331 million. After another rollover, ...

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