Warren County to Commemorate 9/11

Invite for Warren County/Stand2Serve's Event

"On September 11, our community will come together in remembrance of a day that forever changed our nation. We will honor the courage, service, and sacrifices made on and after that tragic day, and we will remember the loved ones lost.

This memorial event is a time to reflect, unite, and pay tribute to the heroes, survivors, and families who continue to carry the legacy of resilience and strength. Together, we will stand in solemn remembrance and ensure that their stories are never forgotten" -event organizers.

Stand2Serve Builds Bridges of Unity Through Local Service and Shared Ideals

In the wake of national tragedy and the ongoing need for community healing, one local initiative is turning remembrance into action. Stand2Serve, a grassroots organization rooted in the greater Cincinnati-Dayton region, is harnessing the power of service projects and civic events to foster understanding, build trust, and celebrate the values that unite Americans.

“At Stand2Serve, we believe that liberty, justice, and service to others aren’t just ideals—they’re the foundation for meaningful community,” said a spokesperson for the group. “When neighbors gather around shared values and engage in healthy dialogue, they create something powerful: a bridge of relationships that spans differences and uplifts everyone involved.”

The organization’s mission is especially poignant as the nation prepares to mark another anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Stand2Serve emphasizes that the courage and sacrifice shown by first responders, military personnel, and everyday citizens on that day must never be forgotten. “Americans of every background were pierced by the sorrow of 9/11,” the group notes. “But from the ashes rose a spirit of unity—acts of love, sacrifice, and service that helped restore what violence tried to take.”

Through events that honor that legacy and encourage collaboration, Stand2Serve invites residents to find common ground and build from it. Whether it’s a neighborhood cleanup, a youth-led tribute, or a cross-community dialogue, each effort is a step toward a more connected and resilient region.

“Out of love and fellowship came hope,” the group affirms. “And that hope continues to grow—one act of service at a time.”

The Facebook invite has been shared by numerous people and organizations, including Amy Brewer, the Child Advocacy Center, State Representative Adam Mathews, Sheriff Barry Riley, and the Warren County Republican Party.