GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Flags will be lowered to half-staff Thursday to recognize Patriot Day following an order from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Patriot Day honors those who lost their lives, including first responders, in the Sept. 11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center.

“On Patriot Day, we remember those we lost in the terrorist attacks on 9/11, honor those who serve, and recommit ourselves to standing up for what's right,” said Whitmer. “I encourage all Michiganders to come together in a moment of silence at 8:46 a.m. local time and participate in local community service or charitable giving. This day reminds us to come together and honor our core values of freedom and opportunity. When we stand united, we are capable of greatness.”

On Sept. 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 people were killed

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