The city of Biloxi, Mississippi is under fire over the weekend after posting messages on social media about offices being closed for "Great Americans Day." The messages on Facebook and Twitter have since been deleted, but went viral across the country in the days leading up to Martin Luther King Jr. Day -- a federally recognized holiday. The Biloxi City Council passed an ordinance in 1985 creating "Great Americans Day." The Mississippi Secretary of State's Office recognizes the birthdays of Robert E. Lee and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., its website said. Biloxi Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich posted a statement on Facebook in which he called for the City Council to meet on Tuesday to update the city's Code of Ordinance and officially recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day. "In my opinion, that is the appropriate step to take -- for the holiday to have the same name as the federal holiday," he said. The city instead decided to meet Monday on the issue, voting unanimously to officially recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Gilich said Biloxi has supported Martin Luther King Jr. Day over the years with celebrations and its annual parade. The city posted several messages on its Facebook page, which drew several posts from people about the since-deleted "Great Americans Day" posts. "City of Biloxi should look into hiring a new social media manager with a little more common sense," said Joey Parker in one post. "It's truly an insult to the legacy of Dr. King," said Orelia Nunley. "Good move! It's good to see my hometown do the right thing, and have the will to rectify an attempt to suppress the recognition of a national hero," said Kevin P. Esters about the effort to update the city ordinance. Several national news organizations reported on the backlash. More information about the city and its posts can be found on Facebook and Twitter.