MLK Day 2022 march to be held in Grand Junction

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) - The nonprofit organization Black Citizens and Friends of Grand Junction will honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Jan. 16 with its annual march.

The group will hold a short program before the march to Handy Chapel, including readings by representatives from the City of Grand Junction, Fruita, Palisade, Colorado Mesa University, and more. Also, “The Making a Difference” award will be given to a community member.

The event will start at Grand Junction City Hall at 1 p.m.