One year anniversary
March 01, 2008
Today marks the first anniversary of the tornado that struck the Enterprise. It’s a day that many local residents will spend remembering those killed, and appreciating the efforts it has taken to rebuild neighborhoods.
Last night members of the community gathered for memorial services at Hillcrest Baptist Church. It was a night to remember the eight students who were killed when the tornado struck third hall at Enterprise High School. And Edna Strickland, who died in her home on College Street.
Over the next two days, the Dothan Eagle and The Enterprise Ledger will publish a series of stories that look back over the last year - the rebuilding efforts, the struggle by students to cope with the loss of friends and the close bond the families of ‘The 8’ have formed.
In the days following the tornado, many readers emailed their thoughts, prayers and poems to our staff. Many were published in this blog. We’d like to invite you to again share your memories and support.
