KENNEWICK, Wash. – Residents gathered at the Southridge Sports Complex to honor the memory of the 9/11 attacks with a monument crafted from over 30 feet of steel from the World Trade Center.

This monument stands as a testament to resilience and unity. Kennewick Police Commander Isaac Merkl shared his personal recollections of the day, saying, “I still remember my father, a 30 year law enforcement officer, coming into my room, waking me up and telling, telling me we’ve been attacked.”

He described the lasting impact, “It was very impactful, it’s impacted a lot of people throughout the nation.”

The monument, which features 35 feet of steel, serves as a constant reminder of the events of 9/11.

Commander Merkl emphasized the importance of remembering the unity that followed the attacks, st

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