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MLBC to honor life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

Celebration will include keynote from MO Supreme Court Judge Ransom
Rep. Marlene Terry (Tim Bommel/House Communications)

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Legislative Black Caucus will hold their annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the Capitol Rotunda Wednesday.


“Each January, we set aside time to remember Dr. King’s commitment passion, wisdom, determination, and grace in his mission to empower the Black American community,” said state Rep. Marlene Terry, the chair of the Missouri Black Legislative Caucus. “We’re proud to honor his life and legacy once again ahead of the national holiday that recognizes his accomplishments for the people of this nation.”


The “Keeping the Dream” celebration will feature a keynote from Missouri Supreme Court Judge Robin Ransom, the first African-American woman to serve on the Missouri Supreme Court, as well as speeches from Treasurer-designee Vivek Malek — the first person of color to serve in a statewide office, Missouri NAACP President Nimrod Chapel and members of the MLBC.


The event will also include performances by the Lincoln University Dance Troupe directed by Theressa Ferguson and Rev. William Rainer and the Jewell and Converted gospel choir. Sabria Hendricks will also sing both “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”


All are welcome and invited to join in honoring Dr. King.


WHO: The Missouri Legislative Black Caucus

WHAT: “Keeping the Dream” – A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. WHERE: Capitol Rotunda

WHEN: 6:30 p.m., Jan. 11, 2023

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