SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio came together in an incredible show of unity Monday as hundreds of thousands participated in the nation’s largest Martin Luther King Jr. march.
The 39th annual march began at Martin Luther King Jr. Academy and stretched just under three miles, ending at Pittman-Sullivan Park. Along the route, the crowd reflected the city’s spirit of community, love, and respect.
This celebration is a way for San Antonio to come together and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
And in this 39th year, three-time Olympic gold medalist and U.S. gymnast Gabby Douglas was the keynote speaker, while Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Coco Jones headlines the post-march festivities.
{ }The largest Martin Luther King Jr. March in the country is happening today in San Antonio. (SBG San Antonio)
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WEATHER OUTLOOK
MLK Monday starts cold but turns into a pleasant day with plenty of sunshine. Temperatures in the low 40s around 10 a.m. and heats up to about 50 for the start of the March. Afternoon highs will reach the mid to upper 60s, with light southeast winds around 3 to 8 mph.
VIA PARK & RIDE
If you need a ride to the MLK march, VIA is offering free service from two park-and-ride locations. One pickup location will be at the Alamodome, and the other will be at St. Philip’s College.
Return bus service will be available at Pittman-Sullivan Park between noon and 3 p.m.
MLK Commission Scholarship
Application season is open for the MLK Commission Scholarship. It’s open to all Bexar County high school seniors. The deadline to apply is March 1. The winners will be announced in May.
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