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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Fans celebrate in the stands after Cape Verde defeated Eswatini in a World Cup qualifying soccer match at Estádio Nacional in Praia, Cape Verde, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, to clinch their qualification for the 2026 World Cup. (Cristiano Barbosa/AP)

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