Atlantic City Cancels MLK Day Walk Due To COVID Concerns

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ - The city’s annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Walk scheduled for Monday, Jan. 17 has been canceled due to COVID-19 concerns.

“In an abundance of caution, we have canceled the MLK Walk due to a rapid increase in COVID-19 infections,” said Council Vice President Kaleem Shabazz.

To celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King, a special MLK Day radio program will be broadcast live at noon on Jan. 17 on WEHA 88.7 and 100.3 FM.

New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver is scheduled to be the keynote speaker.

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