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POCATELLO — More than 100 people attended a ceremony at the Bannock County Courthouse early Thursday evening, commemorating the events and victims of the Sept. 9, 2001 terrorist attacks, honoring military personnel who have served this country in all its military conflicts and remembering prisoners of war and those missing in action.

The ceremony began with more than 30 motorcycles making their way from the Southeast Idaho Veterans Memorial down Fifth Street to the courthouse. The bikes road in tandem, save for one which carried a flag that proclaimed “All Gave Some ... Some Gave All.”

Before setting out on their route, Bryan “Pyro” Rowberry gave the assembled bikers, representing the Veteran Brothers Association, American Legion and POW-MIA, a quick briefing.

“I don’t want any rev up,” Rowberry said, “seeing what day it is.”

The procession arrived at the courthouse, where they were greeted by Army Lt. Col. Kim Anglesey, retired, and numerous citizens and current and past military personnel.

“We remember those whose lives were taken seven years ago,” said an officiant in the welcoming prayer, and also asked for prayer for current and former military personnel.

Franklin Middle School student Sarah Hibbert, 11, sang the Star Spangled Banner, followed by brief remarks by Bannock County Commissioners Lin Whitworth and Larry Ghan.

“There’s no way we can thank those people enough for protecting this country in the manner that they do,” Whitworth said.

“I want you veterans to know how grateful we are as a community,” Ghan added. “We need to be here now for you, as you were for us before.”

Ralph Lillig lead the American Legion “empty table” ceremony, noting each item on a table setting and its symbolism.

“It is set for one,” Lillig said, noting that the rose symbolized blood shed in service of country and a family that keeps faith, a lemon slice on the plate as a reminder of bitter fate, and a candle to illuminate the way home.

The honor guard then raised the Stars and Stripes and a POW-MIA flag to the top of the pole, then back to half staff as “Taps” was played, signifying the end of the ceremony.

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