The Flint Hills Volunteer Center in Manhattan is hosting a 9/11 Freedom Rally on September 11th at 7 p.m. at Bishop Stadium in Cico Park. The rally is an event to honor and respect those who serve and protect through a community remembrance and recognition ceremony, said Lori Bishop, Executive Director.

Guest speakers will include Lt. Governor Tracy Mann, Attorney General Derek Schmidt, Col. Curtis Taylor, Fort Riley Chief of Staff and COL Roger Murdock, Kansas National Guard, Chief of Staff. There will also be comments by aresa law enforcement fire department and EMS representatives.

The patriotic ceremony will celebrate the strength shown by Americans following the 9/11 events. At the close of the evening there will be a candlelight vigil in recognition of those that lost their lives on that day.

A clear bag policy will be enforced. All bags will be subject to search.