A chilly wind did not stop Statesboro from celebrating with style Monday as a parade commemorating Martin Luther King Jr. drew crowds that lined the city's main streets. In spite of the icy breeze, the sun was bright, and an atmosphere of excitement and pride was evident as bystanders called out to parade participants who walked or rode past. Brightly colored floats with inspirational messages such as "Towards a Just Society," "Follow His Dream" and "A Future of Hope" followed marching bands, church groups and antique cars, with a few beauty queens and politicians waving at the crowd.
Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade draws large crowd
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