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It took years of acrimonious fights to create an MLK holiday in Arizona

It took a long and contentious fight to make Martin Luther King Jr. Day a state holiday in Arizona. The big picture: The movement to carve out a day to honor King began shortly after his 1968 assassination.

USA Today · 15h

Look back at photos of Arizonans pushing for MLK Day holiday

Arizona was one of the last states to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a holiday and the only state that required a public vote to do so.

Arizona Republic on MSN · 1d

MLK Day 2025 freebies in Arizona: All the parks you can get in for free

National and state parks in Arizona will waive entry fees for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Save money at Grand Canyon, in Sedona and more.

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USA Today · 15h

What's open and closed on Martin Luther King Day 2025? Here's your guide to mail and more

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. Since it's a federal holiday, some businesses and services may be closed. Here's what to know.

Arizona Daily Sun · 14h

Arizona residents get free admission to state parks on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Adventure seekers can enjoy a fee-free day at an Arizona state park on Monday, Jan. 20, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

CBS Texas on MSN · 7h

What's open and closed in North Texas on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed in the U.S. on the third Monday of January to honor the life and legacy of the civil rights leader. This year, the federal holiday coincides with the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump,

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Arizona was among last states to recognize MLK Day. Here's why and how Super Bowl played role

Arizona didn't celebrate Martin Luther King Day until 1993, a decade after it became a federal holiday. Here's how the Super ...

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'Where God wanted me to be': Retiring pastor recalls heated Arizona MLK Jr. Day effort

I'd never had a white person talk to me like that,' Warren Stewart Sr. says, recalling the late Gov. Evan Mecham and the ...

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Temperature drop expected across Phoenix area ahead of MLK weekend

The forecast shows a few sprinkles and mountain flurries overnight as a rather dry, weak low-pressure system exits the state ...

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39th Martin Luther King Jr. celebration highlights hope amid transition to new administration

During the 39th annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration, city leaders and organizers express hope as President-elect Donald ...

ABC15 Arizona1h

MOST ACCURATE FORECAST: Gorgeous MLK Day weekend in the Valley

Learn more about the latest Phoenix area weather forecast and conditions with Most Accurate Forecast from ABC15.

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Massachusetts cities and towns plan public events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

From breakfasts, to food drives, to service projects, Massachusetts communities this weekend will celebrate Martin Luther ...

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Here's everything you need to know about MLK Day and Columbus events

Is it a federal holiday? Here's what to know But with this year's federal holiday falling on the same day as ...

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