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El Paso Commemorates Seven Years Since August 3 Tragedy with Remembrance Event

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On August 2, El Paso will hold a Day of Remembrance to honor the victims of the August 3 tragedy, marking its seventh anniversary. Organized by the United Way of El Paso County's Center for Resiliency and El Paso County, the ceremony will take place at the Ascarate Park Healing Garden. Attendees will gather to remember the 23 lives lost, participate in a community sound bath, and listen to live music, with remarks from local leaders including County Judge Ricardo Samaniego. This event emphasizes the importance of unity and healing within the community, as it continues to support survivors and families affected by the tragedy.

Key Details: • Date of the ceremony: August 2 • Location: Ascarate Park Healing Garden • Activities include reading of victims' names, lighting of luminarias, and live music • Community leaders participating: County Judge Ricardo Samaniego and Bishop Mark Seitz

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Ricardo SamaniegoUnited Way of El Paso CountyMark SeitzCenter for ResiliencyMichael GradyAscarate Park Healing Garden

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