ORLANDO, Fla. — Our nation is honoring a civil rights icon on Monday.
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Dr. Martin Luther King Day falls on the third Monday of January each year.
A lot of events took place across Central Florida over the weekend.
Read: Central Florida is honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with these events
And the festivities to honor King continued Monday.
Channel 9 reporters attended several events that honored the civil rights pioneer, including the 33rd Annual Arthur “Pappy” Kennedy Prayer Breakfast.
Read: Martin Luther King Day: What’s open, closed on the federal holiday?
Over 1,000 faith-based leaders, pastors, and community members gathered at the event to recognize King’s impact on America and the world.
See more in the video above.
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