Ten Years After 9/11 and How We Changed

Patch editors have spent a few weeks compiling stories—your stories — spurred by the events of Sept. 11, 2001. With the 10th anniversary a week away (Sunday) we know the terrorist attacks that day had lingering effects on all of us.

In some cases, it's a reminder of the pain. In others, it spurred us to action. We all have a story. Here are some of the stories we found around our area, from Chesterfield to Florissant, Arnold to Crestwood, and then to Eureka.

If these stories sound familiar—or spark something you recall, or you'd like to share your own story, please comment, add a photo or email the editor, jean.whitney@patch.com because we'd love to hear from you, and post your story here.