Despite the cold weather and the cancellation of the Unity Walk, the spirit of the community was alive and well at Central Presbyterian Church, where a dedicated crowd gathered for the 10th annual Dr. Martin King, Jr. community program.
Mayor Brock Thomas shared opening remarks and welcomed everyone to the program to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
click to download audioCaldwell County Judge-Executive Kota Young introduced the program’s featured speaker, Pastor Aaron Pettus of Hopkinsville, who serves as pastor of Foston Chapel Baptist Church. He also has served as assistant director of Student Support Services at Hopkinsville Community College for 27 years due to his passion for education and youth.
click to download audioPettus addressed this year’s MLK, Jr. Community Program theme, “Unity Through Diversity.”
click to download audioHe encouraged everyone to pray for unity.
click to download audioPettus stated that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr was more than just a dreamer; his vision extended beyond his own time to ours, urging us to take action in creating a tapestry of God’s love.
click to download audioIn addition to the speech, the program featured musical performances by Voice of Trinity from Hopkinsville and homeschool students Porter Holt and Isabella “Boo” Burton. Poster contest winners were also recognized, with the Committee Award going to Nolia Hardy. In the middle school category, Clarie Shrewsbury took 1st place, followed by Chimela Lipson in 2nd, Tamia White in 3rd, and Meadow Davis in 4th. At the high school level, Aliya Towns secured 1st place, while Addison Hooper received 2nd place.
Following the program, those in attendance were provided a sack lunch decorated by the 3rd graders at Caldwell County Elementary School.
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