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MLK Day 2024: What's Open and Closed, Mail Delivery, and Community Celebrations

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Discover what's open, closed, and the impact of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on communities across the country.

On January 15, 2024, the nation honors the birthday of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. By observing the federal holiday on the third Monday of January, Americans pay tribute to Dr. King's legacy and impact. This day holds significance for businesses, government offices, and the postal service. Wondering if the post office will be open on MLK Day 2024? Find out about post office hours and mail delivery schedules.

In San Diego and across the country, hours for various offices will change in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. While some services, like AmeriCorps, offer assistance on this day, debates continue about the adequacy of support provided. Community events, like the annual breakfast celebration in Ormond Beach, ensure that Dr. King's vision of unity and equality is remembered and celebrated.

As the nation commemorates the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr., some states and cities face challenges due to weather conditions. Events such as parades and trail rides may be postponed or canceled, impacting traditional celebrations. Despite disruptions, the spirit of MLK Day endures, prompting reflections on the ongoing pursuit of social justice and equality.

In a historical context, MLK Day serves as a reminder of Dr. King's pivotal role in the civil rights movement. His legacy inspires calls for community engagement and the creation of a beloved society. While some areas face closures and service changes, the day sparks conversations about honoring diversity and building a more inclusive future.

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What's open and closed on MLK Day 2024 (CNN)

Monday, January 15, celebrates the birthday of celebrated civil rights leader Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr.

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MLK Day: What's open, closed? Is there mail on Martin Luther King ... (syracuse.com)

The federal holiday celebrating Dr. King's birthday is observed on the third Monday of January.

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Is the Post Office Open On Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2024? (Today.com)

Whether you need to send a package or are expecting something in the mail, here's what you need to know about post office hours on Martin Luther King Day ...

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MLK Day 2024: Here's what is open, closed on Dr. Martin Luther ... (Peoria Journal Star)

Here is what is open and closed for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 15, 2024.

Is the stock market open on MLK Day? Will the post office deliver mail? (Morningstar.com)

By Charles Passy. The annual observance of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday falls on Monday, Jan. 15. On Monday, Americans will pay tribute to the late ...

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What's open and what's closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in San ... (NBC 7 San Diego)

Hours for various offices will change for Monday, January 15, 2024, Martin Luther King Jr. Day in San Diego.

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Will mail be delivered on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2024? (WPRI.com)

Don't expect to get any mail on January 15 as the country celebrates the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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Service helps on MLK Day, but some say it's not enough (NPR)

The week before Martin Luther King holiday, Theodore Herzl Elementary School on Chicago's West Side was abuzz with volunteers from the education nonprofit ...

AmeriCorps CEO Calls on Americans to Build a Beloved Community ... (AmeriCorps)

AmeriCorps calls on the nation to bring communities together, help others stand together against hate, build bridges, and heal divides to honor Dr. King's ...

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Ormond Beach celebrates MLK Day with annual breakfast celebration (Ormond Beach Observer)

The breakfast was served in a carry-out format at the Joe and Elwillie Daniels South Ormond Neighborhood Center.

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Here's what's open (and closed) on MLK Day 2024 (Fortune)

You're in the clear for retailers, but good luck getting banking done.

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What's open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day (CBS News)

Monday marks the 95th anniversary of the civil rights leader's birthday. Here's what is open and closed for the federal holiday.

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Costco, USPS, schools: A list of what's open and closed for MLK Day ... (NBC Chicago)

Across the country, many businesses and community spaces will honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday by hosting community events or sponsoring acts of ...

Is the stock market open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day? Will the post ... (Morningstar.com)

Day commemorates the life and legacy of King, who was born on Jan. 15, 1929, and became a leading voice in the fight for racial justice. MLK Day, as the holiday ...

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Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday: What's open, what's closed on MLK ... (al.com)

Born on Jan. 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia, King was a Baptist minister and key figure in efforts for equal rights in the U.S. until his assassination in 1968.

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MLK Day 2024: Holiday closings, service changes (RiverheadLOCAL)

Today is a state and federal holiday commemorating the birth of the great American civil rights leader, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Here's a list of ...

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From parades to a trail ride, MLK Day celebrations postponed due to ... (Houston Landing)

The city postponed its two annual MLK Day parades and an annual trail ride in Sunnyside citing weather-related public safety concerns.

Addison Offices Closed on January 15 for MLK Day - CWD ... (Addison Texas |)

Town offices, including the Athletic Club, will be closed on Monday, January 15 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. If you need to reach staff when offices are ...

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Baltimore cancels 2024 MLK Day parade due to winter weather ... (Baltimore Sun)

Mayor Brandon L. Scott said Monday that the Martin Luther King Day parade was canceled in advance of a forecast of snow — but held out the possibility that ...

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Frigid conditions across US limiting some MLK Day events (The Hill)

Dangerously cold temperatures on Monday are limiting Martin Luther King Jr. Day events across the country as a winter storm and arctic blast touched down on ...

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Tri-Cities MLK Day events postponed due to snow (WJHL-TV News Channel 11)

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a nationally recognized holiday typically accompanied by events celebrating King's life and dream ...

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