South San Antonio News

SAN ANTONIO (January 11, 2024) - The Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March, a significant event in San Antonio, is set to take place on Monday, January 15th, 2024, in honor of King's actual birthday. Despite the predicted cold weather, organizers are determined to press on, inspired by the resilience demonstrated by King and other civil rights heroes and heroines.

Dwayne Robison, Chair of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission, expressed his excitement about the upcoming march, stating, "To all San Antonio and Bexar County residents, as well as our special guests from around the country, we are excited to announce the Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March, will be held on Monday, January 15th, 2024 – King's actual birthday."

In light of the expected cold temperatures, the Commission is urging participants to take precautions to stay warm. Some guidelines have been provided to ensure the well-being of all attendees. Robison emphasized the importance of these measures, saying, "We urge everyone to take care, be smart, and stay warm."

The guidelines include dressing in layers, wrapping up well when going outside, avoiding breezes and drafts indoors, eating nutritious food, wearing warm clothes, donning a warm hat, and consuming hot foods and warm drinks throughout the day.

The march is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m., with participants assembling at 9 a.m. at the Martin Luther King Jr. Academy, located at 3501 Martin Luther King Dr., 78203.

The Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March holds great significance, not only for the city of San Antonio but also for the nation as a whole. It serves as a reminder of Dr. King's enduring legacy and his unwavering commitment to the pursuit of equality and justice. The event brings together people from diverse backgrounds, united in their shared belief in the principles advocated by Dr. King.

As the community prepares to pay tribute to Dr. King, the Commission encourages everyone to reflect on his teachings and the ongoing struggle for equality and justice. The march serves as a powerful symbol of unity and solidarity, reminding us of the progress made and the work yet to be done.

In the words of Dwayne Robison, "We are determined to press on, just as King and other heroes and sheroes did."

The Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March is a testament to the enduring spirit of Dr. King's legacy and a reminder that the fight for equality and justice continues. The march will provide an opportunity for the community to come together, celebrate the progress made, and renew our commitment to the ideals championed by Dr. King.

With the date fast approaching, San Antonio and Bexar County residents, as well as visitors from around the country, are eagerly anticipating the Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March. It is a time to honor the past, embrace the present, and look towards a future where Dr. King's dream of equality and justice for all is fully realized.