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    Mar 25, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

  1. Remembering "Bloody Sunday" and Trayvon Martin

    The Southern Christian Leadership Conference is remembering "Bloody Sunday"; an event that occurred back in 1965, when non-violent protesters were attacked by Alabama state troopers.
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    The Southern Christian Leadership Conference is remembering "Bloody Sunday"; an event that occurred back in 1965, when non-violent protesters were attacked by Alabama state troopers. The Alabama case led to the famous march from Selma to Montgomery...

    Tags: Trayvon Martin, Crime, Law and Justice

    2. Apr 4, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

  2. People gather to remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Roanoke

    People across the nation are remembering a dark day in American history.
    People across the nation are remembering a dark day in American history. 44 years ago Dr. Martin Luther King Junior was shot and killed In Memphis, Tennessee. Here in Roanoke, people gathered to remember Dr. King and his contributions. The Southern...
    3. Dec 27, 2011 |Story| WDBJ7

  3. Virginia Cavaliers Visit Martin Luther King Memorial in Atlanta

        The Virginia football team has settled in down in Atlanta, but this is anything but your typical game week schedule. Surrounding the Chick-fil-A Bowl are a number of activities and events for the teams, some more meaningful than others.
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        The Virginia football team has settled in down in Atlanta, but this is anything but your typical game week schedule. Surrounding the Chick-fil-A Bowl are a number of activities and events for the teams, some more meaningful than others.       ...

    Tags: Virginia Cavaliers, Chick-fil-A Bowl, John Lewis

    4. Jan 30, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

  4. Danville native and black opera pioneer Camilla Williams dies at 92

    The opera world is remembering a groundbreaking star who grew up singing in church in Danville.
    The opera world is remembering a groundbreaking star who grew up singing in church in Danville. Camilla Williams died yesterday. She was 92. Born in Danville in 19-19, she became the first African-American woman to sing with a major U.S. opera...

    Tags: Opera (genre)

    5. Jan 24, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

  5. Wythe County residents protest over dog pound concerns

    People in Wythe County speak and now their leaders are listening. After complaints to News7 last week about conditions at the county dog pound, changes are coming.
    Reporter
    People in Wythe County speak and now their leaders are listening. After complaints to News7 last week about conditions at the county dog pound, changes are coming. Wythe County residents have complaints dating back years; everything from state...

    Tags: Dog (animal)

    6. Jan 16, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

  6. Both sides of gun control issues rally in Richmond

    In Richmond, state lawmakers paused to honor Martin Luther King on Monday.
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    In Richmond, state lawmakers paused to honor Martin Luther King on Monday. But the holiday also brought the debate over gun violence. Familiar arguments could bring a different result. Members of the Virginia Citizens Defense League wore slogans, and...

    Tags: Politics, Richmond (Richmond, Virginia), Injuries and Wounds, Interior Policy, Gun Control

    7. Jan 16, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

  7. Hundreds in Roanoke follow the footsteps of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

    Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. showed the power of peace. His non-violent marches sparked change in this country.
    Reporter
    Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. showed the power of peace. His non-violent marches sparked change in this country. On Monday afternoon, 250 people marched behind the Patrick Henry High School Patriot Band in Roanoke. The march was a moving tribute to Dr....

    Tags: Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia), Patrick Henry

    8. Jan 16, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

  8. Pastor remembers MLK, Jr.'s trip to Danville nearly 49 years later

    Dr. Martin Luther King Junior visited one of our hometowns in June of 1963. He spoke to a crowd in Danville as protesters there marched for civil rights.
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    Dr. Martin Luther King Junior visited one of our hometowns in June of 1963. He spoke to a crowd in Danville as protesters there marched for civil rights. "I've seen some brutal things on the part of policeman all across the south but very seldom, if...

    Tags: Christianity, Religion and Belief

    9. Jan 16, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

  9. Civil rights pioneer and friend of Martin Luther King shares insight in Lynchburg

    A man who many call the "authority" on Martin Luther King, Junior is in Lynchburg, sharing insight about the late civil rights leader's work.
    Reporter/Lynchburg Bureau Chief
    A man who many call the "authority" on Martin Luther King, Junior is in Lynchburg, sharing insight about the late civil rights leader's work. Dr. Virgil Wood helped organize King's efforts to integrate schools and businesses in Lynchburg. After...

    Tags: Business, Lynchburg (Lynchburg, Virginia), Crime, Law and Justice, Civil Rights, Justice and Rights

    10. Jan 14, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

  10. Confederate leaders honored at a popular cemetery

    Lee-Jackson Day is celebrated in Virginia and is always observed on the Friday before Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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    Lee-Jackson Day is celebrated in Virginia and is always observed on the Friday before Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The holiday honors confederate leaders Stonewall Jackson and Robert E. Lee. The meaning behind the Confederate flag all depends on who...

    Tags: Stonewall Jackson, Human Interest, Martin Luther King Day

    11. Jan 14, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

  11. Appomattox County celebrates the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

        It was a birthday celebration in Appomattox County on Saturday for Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr.
    Weekend Anchor/Reporter
        It was a birthday celebration in Appomattox County on Saturday for Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr.     The event also honored African Americans who served in the civil war.   Dozens gathered at Appomattox County High School to remember Dr. Martin...

    Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, American Civil War (1861-1865), Martin Luther King Day, Wars and Interventions

    12. Jan 13, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

  12. Roanoke trash pickup will be pushed back a day because of holiday

    If you live in the city of Roanoke, your garbage pickup will be pushed back a day because of the Martin Luther King Junior holiday.
    If you live in the city of Roanoke, your garbage pickup will be pushed back a day because of the Martin Luther King Junior holiday. That means Monday's trash will be collected on Tuesday. All city offices will be closed Monday. Here is the news release...

    Tags: Holidays, Waste Management and Pollution Control

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