09/11/2026
As the nation commemorates the 25th anniversary of 9/11, our very own Councilman Paul Stovall shares his reflection on the day that changed our nation forever.
"25 years ago, the world changed. For those of us old enough, we watched the horrific events live on TVs at work or at school. For the first time, we saw a large attack on civilian and military installations on our soil. I remember the helpers and the heroes responding to the fire and crumbling buildings and watching as men and women risked, and gave, their lives to save others. Even after the initial attack, they continued digging in the hope of finding and rescuing any survivors. I remember the fear that day, and then the anger towards whoever caused that tragedy. The following days, there was a sense of unity we felt that I had not known before. The American flag still flew, and the people and the nation did not back down from the challenge. Finally, I remember the immense pressure put on our Government to respond with force…even from usually calmer voices."
"Now, after 25 years, I see the lasting changes in our country and in the entire world. Despite what you might see on your feed, there are so many good people in the world and in our country. Right here in Chamblee, we have people whose families started from somewhere else, but they came here to seek their own version of the American Dream. I encourage us all to get out and meet our neighbors to build friendships so we can prevent future tragedies like 9/11 from occurring again." - Paul Stovall
