Attendees stand with their hands over their hearts as the colors are retired at the conclusion of the Patriot Day ceremony Friday at the Grant County Courthouse in Ephrata. The retirement of the colors marked the end of a ceremony honoring the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and recognizing local first responders and veterans.
September 12, 2026
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September 14, 2026 3:55 a.m.
Ephrata Patriot Day honors 9/11 Grant County first responders, and military service members
EPHRATA — The names and faces have changed over 25 years, but the message remained the same Thursday evening as veterans, first responders, elected leaders and community members gathered in Ephrata to remember the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and honor those who continue to serve their communities.