Guests shared stories, and watched as the memorial was unveiled in honor of Alison Parker and Adam Ward.

“By tragedy we can pull together and be stronger,” said Alice Swain, general manager of Virginia Dare Cruises.

The surviving shooting victim, Vicki Gardner, was also there.

She delivered a message of hope for a brighter tomorrow.

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Carleigh Knight (left) and her sister, Natalie Rogovin, look at Christmas ornaments while shopping at Kudzu Antiques + Modern in Decatur on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. (Natrice Miller/AJC)

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