City of Alexandria to Host 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
UPDATE: Due to rain, the remembrance ceremony has been moved to the Vola Lawson Lobby inside City Hall at 10 a.m.
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The City of Alexandria invites the public to attend a remembrance ceremony Sunday, September 11, from 10 to 11 a.m., at City Hall Market Square (301 King St.), to mark the tragic events of September 11, 2001. The ceremony will remember those killed, those who survived, and all who were affected. The event will also show gratitude and honor to those who risked or gave their lives while responding to the incident to save others. In case of inclement weather, the event will not be held.
The ceremony will feature remarks from Mayor Justin Wilson and representatives from Alexandria’s public safety agencies, including Fire-EMS Chief Corey Smedley, Sheriff Sean Casey, and Acting Assistant Chief of Police Dennis Andreas.
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