Yes, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is one of 11 federal holidays recognized in the United States. Most grocery stores will hold normal hours on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Most banks will be closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, since it is a federal holiday and the Federal Reserve will be closed.

Artwork by more than 2,200 students statewide, including 11 schools on Long Island, was submitted to New York State's 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Fine Arts and Essay Exhibition.

KALAMAZOO, MI — Minister and civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr. dedicated his life to serving others. On Monday, Jan. 20, volunteers celebrate his birthday by doing the same. The city of Kalamazoo is celebrating the federal holiday with a “day on,” encouraging residents to volunteer in the community on their day off of work.

With Martin Luther King Jr. Day just around the corner, residents throughout mid-Michigan are preparing to celebrate and honor the civil rights leader’s legacy on Monday, Jan. 20.

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