Hundreds gather to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. at annual parade

BOLIVAR, Tenn. — The streets of Bolivar were packed Saturday as many came together for a big celebration: the 2020 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade.

People didn’t mind braving the cold to wait for the parade, which has been a tradition in West Tennessee for many years.

“I came out to support the community and just moved back to my home state after returning, so it was good to come out and just witness the parade,” said parade goer, Dorothy Greene.

Hardeman County churches, along with first responders and other organizations, marched in the parade honoring the civil rights hero.

Parade goers shared their favorite parts of the celebration.

“The band is good. It’s good to have the music go along with it. Definitely,” Greene said.

Many people who came out to watch the parade say it is a great way to celebrate and honor King.