Mecklenburg County announces service closures for Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, with various departments and facilities closed, but parks open and essential services like abuse hotlines operational.

The Arlington MLK Committee announced the recipients of the "Advancing the Dream" Awards, honoring local figures for education, government, and community service contributions.

Sterling Heights and Santa Clarita are holding Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Walks on January 19 to celebrate his legacy, featuring speeches, performances, and charitable contributions.

Warden Meosha McMillan is promoted within the Georgia Department of Corrections, bringing extensive experience to her new role as Coordinator of Field Operations Risk Management and Standards.

DeKalb for Seniors Inc. hosts a 1920s-themed murder mystery dinner on February 13 to raise funds for senior programs.

Memphis rapper Moneybagg Yo donated $20,000 to MSCS's program supporting teen parents, enhancing educational support structures and childcare resources.

Upper Arlington's first Repair Café, hosted by Sustainable UA and UA Public Library, invites the community to fix items with volunteers, reducing waste and emissions.

Bellevue Police Department invites locals to their Community Academy to learn about police work. The nine-week course aims to strengthen community relations and increase understanding of law enforcement.

OSU students and alumni share experiences from study-abroad programs highlighting academic and career growth, at a luncheon showcasing the impact of endowments.

Kingsport to hold its 26th MLK Day Parade with a theme promoting love over racism, followed by a community luncheon and a quarterly service event supporting infants.

Delvin Peoples is appointed as the new Warden of Macon State Prison, with a career in corrections starting in 2006 and diverse roles leading up to this position.

Round Rock's population hit 142,302 in January 2026, with city officials updating stats monthly for single-family and quarterly for multifamily units to inform growth policies and planning.

Eden Prairie resident Sundari Saengdara saved her boyfriend's life using CPR and an AED during a pickleball game after he collapsed from a heart condition.