Nearly a quarter century later, the events of Sept. 11, 2001, remain a defining moment in American memory. And for our team, the memory is personal — a few years ago, one of our writers, originally from New York, shared a firsthand account of witnessing the attacks, a reminder of how deeply those moments still resonate.
As the anniversary approaches, communities across North Texas will gather to honor and remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost, the first responders who rushed toward danger, and the resilience that followed. These remembrance ceremonies serve as solemn tributes to the day’s events and underscore the strength and unity that emerged in its aftermath.
McKinney
Dr. Glenn Mitchell Memorial Park, 300 W. Louisiana Street | Sept. 5-12, 2025 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.More info
A weeklong remembrance turns Dr. Glenn Mitchell Memorial Park into a place of reflection with nearly 3,000 flags honoring the lives lost on 9/11. Visitors can walk a self-guided timeline that shares the day’s events and the bravery of first responders, making space for quiet remembrance. Families are encouraged to take photos and share them with #NEVERFORGET as a collective tribute.
9/11 Heroes Run
Towne Lake Park in McKinney | Sept. 7, 2025 | 8:30 a.m.More info…