Gov. Sandoval: One year after IHOP tragedy, our community stands strong
A year ago today, Carson City experienced an unspeakable event in the tragic shooting at our local IHOP restaurant. Whether you were at work, school, home or going about your day, you no doubt remember Sept. 6, 2011, and the senseless act of violence that touched our community. Fear and anxiety was followed by a sense of urgency and the desire to do something; and these emotions turned into sadness and grief. But through it all, as members of the Nevada family, we found each other.
That moment in time was 365 days ago. And while we can each recall the emotions and actions that followed, we can take comfort as we consider the full story of the aftermath. Through that tragedy, as we remember those sons and daughters who we lost that day, we have seen our community rise, rebuild, recover and reclaim the essence of what makes this a great place to live. Carson City has come together and stands strong. As Sheriff Ken Furlong so amply said, “This community drove itself to recovery.” I agree.