The City of Lake Charles will honor Patriots Day on Thursday, September 11, with a 9/11 Memorial Rededication Ceremony and Salute to First Responders. The ceremony, which includes a flag-raising, is open to the public and will begin at 8 a.m.
Originally dedicated on September 11, 2005, the memorial offers a serene space for reflection, remembrance, and tribute to the lives lost during the tragic events of September 11, 2001. Over the years, it has stood as a testament to the resilience of the American spirit and the values that unite our nation.
In recent months, the memorial has undergone renovations to make necessary repairs and upgrades, including a refreshed and expanded entryway. The Ribbon of Souls, featuring a mosaic glass piece for each life lost in the attacks, has also been refurbished.
The memorial also features two steel beams from the World Trade Center and a limestone slab from the Pentagon, honoring two local sons lost in the attacks: Kevin Yokum and Russell Keene.
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