CINCINNATI — The Midwest Black Family Reunion is back bigger than ever for its 37th year.

On Thursday community leaders and clergy gathered for a moment of prayer at the groundbreaking of the Light of Hope Memorial dedicated to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Leaders prayed for the future legacy of the next generation of Black leaders.

This year's theme for the Black Family Reunion is everlasting endurance. Tracey Artis, executive director of Midwest Black Family Reunion, said it's a symbol of strength and a long time coming.

She and others are making it a point to strengthen families with education through the reunion's college tour.

Midwest Black Family Reunion returns for 37th year with focus on community strength

"It's so important because if we have strong families we have strong com

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