The Gaston Together Martin Luther King Unity Award recognizes individuals who promote unity in Gaston County.
Why it matters: The award highlights the importance of building bridges across lines of race, class, gender, faith, and municipalities in Gaston County.
The big picture: The award honors L. Reeves McGlohon, our former Gaston County Schools superintendent with 40 years of experience in education and ongoing involvement in the community.
What's next: Gaston Together will present the MLK Unity Awards on Jan. 15, celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.