September 11th, 2001, is a day forever etched into our nation’s memory. On that morning, our country experienced one of the darkest tragedies in American history when terrorist attacks took the lives of nearly 3,000 innocent men, women, and children. In the years since, more than 8,200 people have also lost their lives to illnesses related to the attacks, a somber reminder that the impact of that day continues to this very moment. For many of us, September 11th still feels as vivid as yesterday — the shock, the grief, and the overwhelming sense of loss. Yet, through the pain, what also shines is the remarkable courage, unity, and resilience that followed.

Honoring Our First Responders

When the world seemed to stand still, our first responders ran toward the danger. Firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and countless others put their own lives on the line to save as many people as they could. Many never came home. Their selfless bravery remains one of the greatest testaments to the strength of the American spirit.

We also remember the military service members who stepped forward in the days and years that followed, defending our freedoms and protecting us from further harm. To all who served — and continue to serve — we are deeply grateful.

Remembering the Families of the Fallen

Behind every name lost that day was a family, a community, and a circle of friends forever changed. On this anniversary, we hold those families close in our hearts. Their grief is a reminder that freedom comes at a cost, and their resilience is a reminder of the strength that carries us forward as a nation.

Never Forget

At Trout Supreme, we pause today not as a business, but as fellow Americans. We stand in solidarity with all who continue to heal, with all who continue to serve, and with all who will never forget. September 11th is not just a date in history — it is a call to unity, compassion, and remembrance.

May we honor the fallen by living each day with gratitude, by supporting one another, and by never taking for granted the freedoms we share.

We will never forget.

– Jeffrey Carter
Trout Supreme Seafood