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Community leaders hold MLK luncheon, honor spirit with scholarships

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Hundreds of Orlando leaders and community members gathered to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr.

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The Delta Xi Lambda chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. hosted the 38th Annual MLK Commemorative Luncheon.

It recognized the civil rights leader’s legacy throughout the year with programs that promote unity, diversity and community.

Students were also honored at the event.

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Seven students received about $29,000 worth of scholarships.

The theme was “Advancing The Dream: Navigating Education Equity In Today’s Landscape.”

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