Letter to the Editor: Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. planned

Dear Editor:

On Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020, at 11 a.m., people of goodwill will gather once again to pay tribute for the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This year’s program marks the 29th annual celebration and will be held at the Dare Center, 950 Marshall C. Collins Drive, Manteo. The Rev. Frank Lassen, pastor of the Source Church, Manteo, will be the speaker. Following the program of music and Rev. Lassen’s address, a free hot lunch will be served. Join with us to keep Dr. King’s Dream alive and becoming a reality.

Members of Martin Luther King Celebration Planning Committee

Michael E. Lewis

Rev. L. Spottswood Graves

For additional information, contact Michael Lewis by phone at 915-383-2678 or by email at michaelelewis1906@gmail.com.

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