For many, the memory of that morning remains sharp and raw; for others, it is a quiet, enduring ache. For a younger generation, it is a somber moment in history, perhaps not fully understood, but deeply recognized as a profound national loss. For 25 years, America has carried the memory of that day.

Today, East Umatilla Fire & Rescue joins the nation in honoring those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, by proudly displaying a flag draped from the ladder of our fire engine. We invite our community to pause with us today in a day of reflection, or to drive by the station in Weston to share in this tribute. In moments of great loss, our greatest strength is and has always been standing together.