SPRINGFIELD — In the annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., speakers called for action — not symbolic gestures — to bring economic justice, good schools and political fairness to everyone.

The City of Springfield will hold its annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Flag Raising on Monday. The celebration will take place at noon inside of Springfield City Hall. Officer installations for the 2025 Greater Springfield NAAPC will also be recognized at the event. The flag raising is free and open to the public.

Many gathered in downtown Springfield on Monday to honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. They braved dangerous cold temperatures for the city’s annual march. The MLK Day march started at Jordan Valley Ice Park,