With Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday honoring the late civil rights icon, falling on a Monday this year, Michigan residents hoping to run errands or conduct business may be out of luck.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday, meaning business stops across most federal institutions, while most private businesses will remain open.
This year, the holiday coincides with Inauguration Day for President-elect Donald Trump.
Here’s what to know about openings and closings on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Is MLK Day a federal holiday?
Yes, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday in the United States. All federal offices, including courts, post offices, social security offices and others, will be closed.
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Is Martin Luther King Jr. Day a state holiday in Michigan?
Yes, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a state holiday in Michigan. State offices, such as the Secretary of State, will be closed and state employees will get the day off.
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Will city and county offices in Michigan be open?
Because the day is both a state and federal holiday, local government offices will be closed, including courts. Emergency service, fire departments, police and ambulances will be staffed.
Will post offices be open on MLK Day? Will mail be delivered?
No, post offices will not be open and the U.S. Postal Service will not deliver mail on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Will grocery stores in Michigan be open on MLK Day?
Most grocery stores in Michigan will be open for regular hours on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Will schools be open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
No, public schools and colleges will be closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in observance of the public holiday.
Will banks be open on MLK Day?
Most banks close on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, in observance of the federal holiday. However, bank ATMs and digital banking features will typically still be available.
Will Amazon deliver on MLK Day?
No, Amazon same-day delivery will not be available on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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Will shipping services like FedEx and UPS deliver on MLK Day?
Most FedEx services will be available and stores will be open on MLK Day, the company’s website said. FedEx 1 will operate with modified service.
UPS pickup and delivery service will not be available and stores may be closed. Check with your local UPS store using the online store locator for their hours.
Contact Jenna Prestininzi: jprestininzi@freepress.com.
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