Members of the Story County community gathered to celebrate and honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Monday night. Celebrated on the Monday closest to his birthday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrates the life, achievements and legacy of MLK, an influential American civil rights leader and activist for racial equality. The event, hosted in the Ames City Auditorium, provided a social atmosphere with refreshments and music before the program began at 6:30 p.m., where more than 200 community members listened to speeches, songs and presentations honoring and remembering the impact of MLK. Presented by the Ames & Story County MLK Celebration and the Ames Public Library, this event provided a space for community members to talk, listen and celebrate this federal holiday. Story by: Reese Copich Read more on: iowastatedaily.com