National Park Service announces new superintendent for MLK Jr. National Historical Park WSB-TV Channel 2 [Video]

ATLANTA — The National Park Service announced Thursday that the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park would have a new superintendent starting in August.

Reginald Chapple was named to the role, adding to his 12-year career with NPS.

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“Reggie is an experienced leader with the right skills to lead in complex environments,” Mark Foust, NPS South Atlantic-Gulf Regional Director said in a statement. “He approaches his work with a high degree of collaboration and demonstrates great passion for the missions of the park and National Park Service. His background in executive leadership, civil rights and external affairs will contribute to his success as superintendent, as we partner with the King family to share the history and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.”

Chapple was described as having provided critical leadership nationally for NPS while serving as the Acting Associate Director of Partnerships and Civic Engagement for more than three …