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Here's what to know about whether government offices will be open or closed on Martin Luther King Jr., Day this year.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is this Monday, Jan. 20 and people all across East Texas are getting together to celebrate the holiday. Visit this article to learn more: KETK/FOX51 News covers East Texas,

This year, in addition to the Sherman High School choir performing, several keynote speakers attested to the legacy of Dr. King, and how he inspired them to be a voice for change.

On the third Monday of the month, federal, state and local governments, institutions and various industries recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a day to remember King's life's work and his legacy on civil rights and social justice.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations have kicked off at King's former congregation in Atlanta with a 70-member choir's rendition of Hallelujah and stern words from his youngest daughter warning against anti-woke rhetoric.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday on which many people, including students, are off. It's also a day when many may reflect on the civil rights leader and his famous "I Have a Dream" speech.

The Dominion Church of God in Christ handed out free hot chocolate and coffee to participants. A long line snaked from MLK Boulevard to their front door, where volunteers handed out cups.

Above-freezing temperatures should help clear roads Tuesday, but any lingering precipitation could refreeze into black ice Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. As a precaution, some school districts have already delayed classes for Wednesday.

After closures because of winter weather Tuesday, many school districts are reopening Wednesday, despite frigid temperatures in the forecast.