Dr. Pamela Scott-Johnson was the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration speaker. She is currently the acting dean of the College of Liberal Arts at Morgan State University.
The march began on College Street in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Area residents braved the 30-degree weather on Monday to march and honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Monday’s marchers began at Bethlehem Baptist Church on College Street and marched to Caldwell Street and Miller Chapel AME.
Those who participated in the march sang songs to keep their spirits warm.
Carlton Kinard was one of the participants in the march.
Pi Beta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority held a voter registration drive during the service.
Members of United Voices performed during the service.
Marchers file into Millers Chapel AME Church at the conclusion of the walk.
The procession passes by the Zach Wright Mansion.
Marchers make their way through Historic Downtown Newberry.