Khazei generates some celebrity buzz Nov 15, 2009
Khazei appeared on Colbert s show as a guest in January to promote a national day of service on Martin Luther King Day. I believe Martin Luther King also said, Follow the money, Colbert said at one point ... I can assure you, Martin Luther King did not say that, Khazei responded. (Boston Globe)
Kufuors Legacy of Development, Second to None Nov 15, 2009
According to Martin Luther King Jr, the ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands in times of challenge and controversy. To this, Gordon Brown, British prime minister adds; leadership is tested not by what happens in the best of time but by what happens when things are difficult. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Letters for Saturday, November 14, 2009 (24) Nov 15, 2009
Martin Luther King said, just prior to his assassination, A nation that continues year after year to spend more money on military defense than on programs of social uplift is approaching spiritual doom. Kip Goodwin, Kapa a. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Men in fake taxi rob visiting man Nov 15, 2009
The driver drove to Quick Pantry at North Avenue and Martin Luther King Drive and parked. He pulled a handgun and demanded money. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Greenville’s entries offer poor first impressions of this city Nov 15, 2009
Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard), are beginning to take on the look of a deserted ghetto. When you travel U.S. 82 from city limit to city limit, you see 18 vacant commercial properties. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Opinion: Patience a virtue for activists Nov 14, 2009
It's not uncommon to hear them echo the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.. "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.". (CNN)
Greenville’s entries offer poor first impressions of this city Nov 13, 2009
Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard), are beginning to take on the look of a deserted ghetto. When you travel U.S. 82 from city limit to city limit, you see 18 vacant commercial properties. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Minority bar takes message to schools Nov 13, 2009
The Black, Latin American and Asian American student associations from the UB Law School have partnered with the program to go into two elementary schools P.S. 45 International School and P.S. 39 Martin Luther King Multicultural Institute. The program is about opportunity, said Moore, and it will help students learn to take standardized tests and be better-prepared to compete for placement in college. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Prosecutor: Sudbury terrorism suspect should stay in jail Nov 13, 2009
Outside, some donned shirts supporting Mehanna's release while others held banners quoting Martin Luther King Jr. and professing Mehanna's innocence. A handful of Boston police watched the scrum of media, attorneys, friends and family unfold. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Senate candidate Khazei throws down gauntlet to comedian/pundit Ste... Nov 13, 2009
In January, to talk about public service and the value of Martin Luther King Day. Autos. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Psst! Morehouse men — pull your pants up! Nov 12, 2009
After all, this was the house that such social and intellectual giants as Benjamin Davis and James Brawley built and that superstar students like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. solidified. The college s mystique as the only historically black male college made me darn near skip into my interview and later into those first few classes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
United Commercial Bank had $14.5 million in Sacramento defaults since '08 Nov 12, 2009
6201 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.: $920,993. 2732 Rio Linda Blvd.: $1,172,878. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
The Booth Museum Will Premiere Ken Freeman Art Exhibition Nov 12, 2009
The Kenneth M. Freeman Legacy Exhibition scheduled opening on the Martin Luther King weekend celebration holds special significance with the Buffalo Soldiers display. During the late 1800s and early 1900s, the Buffalo Soldiers were assigned to the harshest and most desolate posts. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Classmates no longer segregated Nov 12, 2009
She marched in Washington, D.C., with Martin Luther King Jr. that year. "It was almost like you were listening to God speak in person.". (CNN)
Andrew Kenneally: No regrets Nov 11, 2009
I ve always believed labels are for jars not people and subscribed to Martin Luther King s dream that people are not judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character. Needless to say, I did not let such questions deter me since my pursuit of this office was always with the intention to represent not just some of our people, but all of our people. (Rsolindale Parkway Transcript, MA)
From the Road: Brown comes up big Nov 11, 2009
Martin Luther King running back Mack Brown came up big for his team in a 20-0 win over McDonough (Ga. Union Grove last week. (Boston College Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tom Wassell, 84, WSB-TV anchor Nov 11, 2009
News makers who appeared included the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., the Rev. David Abernathy, Hubert Humphrey, George McGovern and others. Son John Wassell has a copy of a 1963 TV Guide advertisement that promoted the show. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
- H1N1 flu vaccine clinics begin at El Centro elementary schools, lottery in place to decide who gets it 0 Nov 11, 2009
Students will be randomly selected from each of the four schools chosen for the first clinic, Martin Luther King Jr., McKinley, Sunflower and Lincoln elementary schools. Mother Judith Davis said she hopes her two children, a second-grader and fourth-grader at Lincoln Elementary School, are chosen from the drawing. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Jack Rubys Hat Fetches Nearly $54,000 Nov 10, 2009
The auction house said a rocking chair given to the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. by his editor, Hermine Isaacs Popper, sold for $8,365. More Stories. (KWTX.com, TX)
The bitter tears of Johnny Cash Nov 10, 2009
" Cash, like many in the 1960s, could see that everything that was certain, rigid and hard was breaking apart. Social movements were blossoming. But the thunderous American choir that was singing "We Shall Overcome" and "We Shall All Be Free" drowned out the cry of the loose-knit Native movement. As Martin Luther King and other leaders steered their people toward legislative victories that would further integrate them into a society they were locked out of, the rising tide of Native youth... (Salon)
Prosecute Anti-American Prosecutors Nov 10, 2009
Western liberals may claim to believe in multiculturalism and the value of all traditions, beliefs and systems, but this love of diversity does not extend to any criminal justice system that doesn t include cable TV, down comforters and the Martin Luther King holiday off for inmates. Once in Egyptian custody, Abu Omar was treated far less kindly by his own countrymen than he was by the Italian Asylum system. (Human Events Online)
Obituaries in the news Nov 10, 2009
The second African-American to win the Nobel Peace Prize, Martin Luther King Jr., was awarded it for the promise of bringing peace and equality among the races. Obama gets little respect. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Majorca Palms looks toward area's future Nov 9, 2009
The developments are located between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Palm Beach boulevards, just north of Luckett Road, in a working-class area whose population is dominated by black and Hispanic residents. Harpaz described the neighborhood as one where no new residential developments had been built for years and with few retail options nearby. (The News-Press -- Business)
In Iraq, shooting attack at Fort Hood hits home Nov 8, 2009
He is unaware that part of his life will be shaped less by the impact of men such as Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Mohandas "Mahatma" Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr., and more by men such as Osama bin Laden and Mohammed Omar. What Hasan is alleged to have done last week at Fort Hood resulted in loss of life and serious injury for my fellow soldiers. (Juneau Empire)
Bishop Mark W. Holmerud and Bishop John T. Steinbock: Congress must reform health care now Nov 7, 2009
As Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. reminds us, "Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health care is the most shocking and inhumane.". Now is the time for us to aim for our highest values not our basest fears. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Hayes Pipe Supply buys new location Nov 7, 2009
bought the site at 9416 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. from Rockdale Pipeline of Conyers, Ga. Commercial Florida associate broker Josh Tarkow negotiated the sale on behalf of Hayes Pipe Supply, which has eight locations including Tampa and Orlando. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Remembering Love and War: 1967 Nov 7, 2009
" The violence overseas in the Vietnam War was also on Americans' minds, Mitchell remarked. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said that year: "Let no one claim that there is a consensus to this war. " Smith remarked the draft was very real to people. He said, "A lot of times people were very afraid about it. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Little City Artists Display Award-Winning Talents at National and International Gallery Exhibitions Nov 7, 2009
John King, whose Rosa and Martin piece on Martin Luther King Jr. is currently on display at the international Life, Liberty and Pursuit of Happiness exhibit at the prominent American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore. Drawing 2,000 people to its opening on Oct. 3, the exhibit runs through Sept. 5, 2010. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Orthodox Patriarch Advocates Health Care Nov 7, 2009
On nonviolence, Bartholomew referred to the Bible and the work of Martin Luther King Jr.. It was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.s doctrine of nonviolence in the face of evil that made the movement unstoppable by any human force, he said. (The Hoya, Washington DC)
Anaconda schools announce makeup days Nov 6, 2009
Finally, school will be in session Jan. 22 and Feb. 15, days that were originally scheduled off to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Presidents' Day. Adjustments to the school calendar are pending approval by the Board of Trustees at its meeting Nov. 11. (Montana Standard, MT)
Princeton to host Diwali Nov 6, 2009
For some Hindus, the significance of Diwali being observed at the chapel - which is home to Opening Exercises and Baccalaureate, and has hosted guest preachers like Martin Luther King Jr. goes beyond the event itself. "It is a metaphor for the way that the faith has finally come to be welcomed into the American mainstream," said Chander. (India Times)
* MUSIC: Give peace a dance Nov 6, 2009
Nichols, who will this year be one of only two DJs to work the show, says he will only play songs of peace and speeches by noted democracy activists such as Martin Luther King and Mahatma Gandhi. Will the Peace Fest recapture its original feeling. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Editorial: A step forward on homelessness Nov 6, 2009
But beneath all the hoopla, there was a sense that real progress was being made on the homeless front, the issue that brought several hundred folks to the rally at Martin Luther King Village, a new supportive housing complex for the formerly homeless in south Sacramento. Johnson is not the first Sacramento mayor to tackle homelessness, a fact he acknowledged when he noted that the city has been able to reduce the number of chronic homeless people by 35 percent in recent years, no small... (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
United Voices of Christ celebrates 18th anniversary Nov 5, 2009
The event will take place at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, in the Martin Luther King Jr. Auditorium on the campus of S.C. State. This year's theme is "In the Presence of Royalty.". (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Blasting Back in Time to 1983 Nov 5, 2009
In 1983, President Reagan also signed a bill marking the third Monday of every January as Martin Luther King Jr. Day to honor the civil rights leader. Mitchell said the day was aside to honor "not only this incredible man, but everybody who fought for justice in this country and beyond.". (CBS News)
SoS: The 15th Secret Nov 5, 2009
Dr Martin Luther King Jr. said that "if we are going to go forward, we must go back and rediscover those precious values that all reality hinges on moral foundations and that all reality has spiritual control.". Be a person of values. (iAfrica.com)
Clyburn, Graham jointly honored for aiding S.C. race relations Nov 5, 2009
The Rev. Floyd Harris, a southwest Fresno community leader, said Obama, like Martin Luther King Jr., will be "able to bring ... all ethnicities together. Not that everything is going to be rosy now, but a seed has been planted in America, you know, that change is on the way.". Virginia win energizes GOP; other races too close to call. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Officer Found Dead In Car On Bridge Nov 5, 2009
Police said they were notified about 1:15 p.m. of a person slumped over the wheel of a car against the barrier wall of the bridge near the exit to Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. After responding officers broke the window to get in, Officer Robert "Bobby" Ford, 44, was transported to Shands-Jacksonville Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. (News4Jax.com, FL)
No comments posted. Nov 4, 2009
Published: Wednesday, November 4, 2009 2:20 AM EST Mrs. Lottie L. Miller of 866 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Washington died Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, at the home of her daughter, Hazel Ross ... Arrangements will be announced by Leon Randolph Funeral Home, 208 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Washington. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Lottie L. Miller Nov 4, 2009
Arrangements will be announced by Leon Randolph Funeral Home, 208 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Washington. Reader Tributes. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Melbourne revisits Veterans Day holiday Nov 3, 2009
Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Memorial Day. (Florida Today)
Police arrest couple for alleged paid sex Nov 3, 2009
com Someone reported a suspicious car pulled into a gravel road near Hobson Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway on Sunday night, and when officers found the car, they interrupted an apparent illegal tryst, Athens-Clarke police said ... Someone reported a suspicious car pulled into a gravel road near Hobson Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway on Sunday night, and when officers found the car, they interrupted an apparent illegal tryst, Athens-Clarke police said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
YMCA and Boys and Girls Club square off for charity event Nov 3, 2009
Tickets may be purchased at the store or through the participating local organizations including: Columbia Academy Baseball Team, The Elks Lodge, Friendship M.B. Church, New Life Church, Maury Magic Riders, Okay Tire Team for Relay for Life, Boys and Girls Club, Maury County YMCA, Hope House, Special Olympics, Impact Centers Inc., Martin Luther King Jr. Collaborative Celebration Committee and Grace Church of the Nazarene Youth Group. Story created Nov 02, 2009 - 15:32:41 EST.. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Powell on black dads, volunteering Nov 3, 2009
You can't just have, let's have a day of service on Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday or a day of service ... This is not why Rosa Parks rode in the back of the bus or why Martin Luther King Jr. and all of his colleagues marched. (CNN)
Atmore police probe shooting Nov 3, 2009
According to Public Safety Director Glenn Carlee, the owner of the Game Room, located at the intersection of Martin Luther King Avenue and Park Drive, was shot twice during a robbery attempt at approximately 8:45 p.m.. In a release issued by the APD, it states that several young black males approached the owner, whose name was not disclosed, when he was closing up his business for the evening attempting to rob him. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Peace prize for Obama? For what, exactly? Nov 2, 2009
Martin Luther King Jr., 1964, pastor and civil rights leader, who sacrificed all in the name of peace. Betty Williams and Mairead Corrigan, 1976, founders of the Northern Ireland peace movement. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Today In History Nov 2, 2009
- 1983, President Ronald Reagan signed the bill creating a federal holiday to honor Martin Luther King Jr. - 2000, an American astronaut and two Russian cosmonauts became the first residents of the International Space Station. - 2003, in Durham, N.H., V. Gene Robinson was consecrated as the first openly gay bishop in the Episcopal Church. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Prayers for Morehouse student Nov 2, 2009
Dozens of students filled the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel for the Vesper Service. Those that were involved called it a tragedy, while others thanked fellow classmates, calling them heroes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Morehouse band bus in wreck Nov 1, 2009
The school plans to hold a service "of gratitude and prayers" Sunday evening in the Martin Luther King Chapel, said Franklin. Parents seeking information may call 404-215-2634 for answers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Billionaire pledges $100M guaranty for King-Drew Nov 1, 2009
LOS ANGELES A pharmaceutical billionaire is offering to provide University of California regents with a $100 million guaranty in support of the county's proposal to reopen Martin Luther King Jr.-Harbor Hospital in South Los Angeles. Former UCLA surgeon Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong sent a letter to UC President Mark G. Yudof on Oct. 21 detailing his plan, saying the unjust situation compelled him to get involved. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
SCLC elects MLK's daughter as 1st female president Oct 31, 2009
The youngest child of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King vowed to be a bridge between the civil rights generation and the hip-hop generation as the eighth president of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference ... Martin Luther King Jr. was the SCLC's first president, serving from 1957 until his assassination in 1968 ... His eldest son, Martin Luther King III, was president from 1998 to 2003. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
MLK's daughter to head SCLC Oct 31, 2009
ATLANTA - The Rev. Bernice King has been chosen as the first woman to head the civil rights organization co-founded by her father, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. ... Father's legacyMartin Luther King Jr. was the SCLC's first president, serving from 1957 until his death in 1968 ... His eldest son, Martin Luther King III, was president from 1998 to 2003. (MSNBC -- Race)
Who You Callin Uncle Tom? Oct 31, 2009
Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X had differing perspectives on how to move our community forwardnonviolent disobedience versus armed uprisingbut both men wanted to see justice done. My point is this: We need to stop the name-calling and put-downs. (Slate)
Character counts at HESD Oct 31, 2009
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary school fifth-grader Brenda Rodriguez, 10, paints the face of Emilio Ochoa, 6, during the school's activities for Character Counts and Red Ribbon week on Wednesday ... She s assigned to Lincoln, Martin Luther King Jr. and Roosevelt elementary schools ... Although the program is geared toward students, Marla Yadon, a fourth-grade teacher at Martin Luther King, Jr. School, said the program has even taught her some valuable lessons on character. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
BREAKING: Civil rights group elects MLK's daughter president Oct 31, 2009
ATLANTA The daughter of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. has been chosen as the first woman to head the civil rights organization that he co-founded ... "In the spirit of your father, Martin Luther King Jr., we look forward with anticipation to your leadership," Clay told King, 46, as reporters listened to his end of the conversation ... Martin Luther King Jr. was the SCLC's first president, serving from 1957 until his death in 1968. (The Augusta Chronicle)
King’s daughter to lead Southern civil rights group Oct 31, 2009
ATLANTA - The Rev. Bernice King has been chosen as the first woman to head the civil rights organization cofounded by her father, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. ... In the spirit of your father, Martin Luther King Jr., we look forward with anticipation to your leadership, Clay told King, 46, as reporters listened to his end of the conversation ... Martin Luther King Jr. was the SCLC s first president, serving from 1957 until his death in 1968. (Boston Globe)
King: New life for SCLC Oct 31, 2009
Bernice King isn t technically a new face to the SCLC. Of course it was her father, Martin Luther King Jr., who was one of the founders of the civil rights group best known for its civil action in the 1950s and 1960s that led to social and legislative changes in America ... But I believe, with this organization, you cannot do anything without the elders, she said at a press conference, surrounded by her brother, Martin Luther King III, her aunt Christine King Farris and her Atlanta-based cousins... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
New dinosaur species from Montana Oct 31, 2009
Based at 1020 Humboldt Parkway and anchoring Buffalo's East Side in Olmsted-designed Martin Luther King, Jr. Park since 1929, the Museum presents a wide variety of programs and services for children, teachers, families, adults, and community organizations throughout each year. General admission to the Museum is $7 adults; $6 seniors (age 62+); $5 students and children over 3; and free for members and children under 3. (EurekAlert!)
Interior OKs MLK memorial on National Mall Oct 31, 2009
Interior OKs Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial - New Mexico Business Weekly ... Interior OKs Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial ... Department of Interior Secretary Ken Salazar signed a construction permit at a ceremony on the National Mall Thursday, officially approving construction of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Charity to serve Thanksgiving meal Oct 31, 2009
The lunch will be at 11 a.m. on Nov. 20 at the Dickerson Center, 308 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Daytona Beach. All seniors are welcome, but no children or pets are permitted. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Billionaire pledges $100M guaranty for King-Drew Oct 30, 2009
LOS ANGELES A pharmaceutical billionaire is offering to provide University of California regents with a $100 million guaranty in support of the county's proposal to reopen Martin Luther King Jr.-Harbor Hospital in South Los Angeles. Former UCLA surgeon Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong sent a letter to UC President Mark G. Yudof on Oct. 21 detailing his plan, saying the unjust situation compelled him to get involved. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Celebrations Oct 30, 2009
It s only fitting that the 23rd annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and what would have been the activist s 80th year, should be marked and celebrated with the inauguration of the first U.S. black president, Barack Obama. Thu Nov 20, 2008, 09:00 AM EST. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Civil rights group SCLC to elect new president Oct 30, 2009
The Rev. Bernice King is among two candidates being considered to head the civil rights organization co-founded by her father, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.. The Southern Christian Leadership Conference Interim President Byron Clay said the group would announce its choice for president sometime next week. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Partying with the state’s other party Oct 30, 2009
He will be competing with, in rough chronological order: Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Saturnalia, Christmas, the Wiccan Yule, New Year s, Orthodox New Year s, Martin Luther King s birthday, and the Patriots in the AFC playoffs. Scott who. (Boston Globe)
Criticizes Cal Thomas Oct 30, 2009
Did Martin Luther King Jr. despise biblical morality. Dorothy Sedley. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
