After the plane crash of Nov. 14, 1970, the town of Huntington has stuck together as a community, growing closer as every year passes.
Those not from the area, those without connections to the crash, may wonder why our town still holds strong to the memory of that day 43 years ago.However, that is what makes us who we are. The fact more than four decades later we still come together, honoring those lost entirely too soon, is what makes our town so special.
We don't hold to the memory of the crash to make us something special. We hold to the knowledge that if this were to happen today, the community would be behind each and every one of us, 100%.Seeing the hundreds of people come out to Marshall University's campus on the 43rd anniversary of the crash was an amazing sight.
This years memorial service had one of the largest attendance's in years, proving that we are still a close-knit community.
Seeing family, friends and loved ones of those perished brought tears to the eyes of many who aren't old enough to even know anyone who died in the crash.
However, holding on to the memories is what makes us who we are.
The bond the people of Huntington hold is a bond more special than most towns have.
For me, tears were brought to my eyes thinking of losing one of my own fellow editors. Tears came as I looked at the Parthenon we created to dedicate to the Parthenon of Nov. 18, 1970.
I can't imagine this happening today. Losing people that I cross paths with every day, losing a parent or sibling.
I can't begin to fathom what those who went to Marshall University, or those who lived in the town of Huntington in 1970 felt like 43 years ago today, but it's a wonderful feeling to be able to know that I live in a town that always stands strong together. I'm proud to be a daughter of Marshall. Proud to be a member of this community.
Never forget.
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