City of Monroe’s 43rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Salute

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The City of Monroe is giving a birthday salute to the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

On Jan. 17, 2022, known as MLK Day this year, the City of Monroe is hosting the 43rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Salute. The theme is “Renewing Our Community Through Service.”

It’s happening Monday inside the W.L. “Jack” Howard Theatre at the Monroe Civic Center.

“In recognition and tribute to the many contributions of Dr. King to our mutual history and to our society, the City of Monroe is continuing with a tradition that was started years ago with the presentation of the James Sharp, Jr. Justice Award, the B. D. Robinson Unity Award, the W.L. “Jack” Howard Public Service Award, the Nashall “Shack” Harris Humanitarian Award, the Morris Henry Carroll Education Award, the Lillie “Granny” Goins Community Service Award, and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Trailblazer Award,” says Communications Director Michelli Martin of the City of Monroe.

The guest speaker for this year’s event will be Jon Alston, a former NFL player, film director, and film producer.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday was celebrated around the country Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022.