Community plans celebration in remembrance of the King

Plans are under way for this year's annual Martin Luther King Day Parade, scheduled for this Saturday, Jan. 17, with the parade lineup to begin at 10:30 a.m. at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church.

The parade will begin at the church and conclude at the Carver Resource Center on South LaSalle Street.

All churches are invited to enter a float or a decorated car or truck and participate in the parade.

A brief program will be held on the steps of the Carver Gym following the parade, including a wreath-laying ceremony. After the ceremony, an all-community program will be held at the Grimes County Fairgrounds with a meal scheduled at 1 p.m. and activities to follow.

“This year we pause to celebrate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,” said event coordinator James Harris in a letter to all area pastors. “He dared to fight for justice and equality at a time when it was dangerous for African Americans to even think about equality. Let us show our appreciation for his bravery and great achievements by working to accomplish his dream.”

For more information on Saturday's activities, contact Harris at 936-825-8097 or 936-825-4846 or Norma Mason at 936-825-1429.