MLK Peace Conference commemorates King's death
The event, presented by the Martin Luther King Social Action Committee, is being held in commemoration of the anniversary of King's assassination on April 4, 1968.
The event will also include music by psalmist Kiera Whitaker and a speech by Sophia Stevens, winner of the 2025 MLK Oratorical Contest.
Admission is free.
For more information, call 336-476-7218 or visit www.mlksac.com.
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