Thanks to everyone who came to this meaningful event.

On September 11th, firefighters from more than a dozen precincts across Michigan, a few marathon runners, about 60 high school students and many others gathered at Wings Stadium to honor the 343 brave men & women who gave their lives for others on September 11, 2001.

We made two circuits of the arena, climbing up and down every stair to represent 110 floors of the World Trade Center.

These photos can't convey the feeling of being there; the somber atmosphere, the incredible respect, camaraderie and the sense of purpose and pride.

Take a look anyway and mark your calendars for the Kalamazoo 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb next year.  I'll be back for sure.

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