Jeff Bergosh Blog: A Great Day Downtown Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Monday, January 16, 2023

A Great Day Downtown Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

After an extended absence due to the COVID 19 Pandemic--the Pensacola parade in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., resumed today.

There were marching bands, numerous floats from multiple community organizations, the Sheriff, the Mayor, State Representatives, City Counselmen and women, and four of the five Escambia Commissioners participating. There were local companies, national entities, media, and all kinds of throws flying through the air--beads, footballs, moon pies and stuffed animals.

Smiles abounded--everyone was happy and it was great to be a part of the celebration.

The crowd was large, diverse, positive and energetic. There were young and old alike on hand, and it was all in all a fantastic day to celebrate the great legacy of an American Icon, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Glad to see this parade back in downtown.