FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

[Fort Walton Beach, FL] – The Okaloosa County Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Committee is thrilled to announce a series of inspiring events commemorating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Join us for a weekend filled with meaningful activities and community engagement.

**January 13th**
– **10:00am – 1:30pm:** Oratorical and Poster Contest at Niceville High School

**January 14th**
– **5:00pm:** MLK Observance Program at Beulah First Baptist Church, 109 McGriff Street, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32549

**January 15th**
– **8:00 am:** Parade Registration at Fort Walton Beach City Auditorium
– **10:00 am:** Parade Begins
– **12:00pm – 2:00pm:** After Rally at Chester Pruitt Park
(*We kindly request everyone to park at Beulah First Baptist Church, and transportation will be provided to the starting line for the Parade.*)

These events aim to celebrate Dr. King’s enduring legacy and foster a sense of unity within our community. We encourage everyone to participate and join us in honoring the values that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stood for.

For more information, please contact Aisha Delfosse, 2023-2024 Chairman of Okaloosa County MLK Committee 850.830.3843 or Felicia Scaife, PR of 2023-2024 Okaloosa County MLK Committee MLK 850.240.1434