Johnsonville Community Center, Cameron NC

09/22/2026

09/17/2026

Johnsonville Community Remembers 9/11

The 25th anniversary of 9/11/2001 was observed in Johnsonville on Friday morning, hosted by the Johnsonville Ruritan Club. The Harnett County Emergency Services Honor Guard posted and retired the colors and conducted a solemn bell salute to commemorate the lives lost in the terrorist attacks. Since 9/11, the bell salute has become a way to honor the courage and sacrifice of those who answered the call that day.

Guest speaker was Command Sergeant Major Brian Edwards, US Army (Retired), whose words reminded guests of the tragic events, the loss and suffering of so many, how we felt that day, and of the unity of the nation pledging to not just heal from that tragedy, but to never let it happen again.

Master of Ceremonies was Ruritan President Mike Lancaster; Ruritan member Larry Taylor said "The Patriot Day Prayer"; Vice-President Lori Owen led the Pledge of Allegiance; and "The Fireman’s Prayer" was given by Jason Cromwell, Harnett County Emergency Services. Bagpiper Sergeant First Class Robert L. White, US Army Special Forces (Retired), played "Amazing Grace," the perfect, piercing notes ringing out in the clear morning air.

The beautiful ceremony, held in the Johnsonville Community Center pavilion, ended with "Taps" played by White on his bugle, followed by the singing of "The Star Spangled Banner." Patriot Day was celebrated all over America that day, and in our little rural area, neighbors joined neighbors in confirmation that we will never forget.

09/10/2026

Hope to see you there.

The Spout Springs Emergency Services Honor Guard is scheduled to participate in the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony Friday, September 11, at 9 am in the Johnsonville Community Center, Cameron NC pavilion. It is important to remember that day 25 years ago when foreign terrorists attacked the United States. We must not forget those Americans who were there, those who lost their lives that day, those who are suffering illnesses from the after-effects of the attack, and the families affected by their deaths for the rest of their lives. Guest speaker will be Command Sergeant Major Brian Edwards, who served over 29 years in the Army, ending his career as Command Sergeant of the 1st Special Forces Command (Airborne), then working as a Department of the Army civilian before retiring. Taps and other music will be played by Bugler/Bagpiper Robert White. All welcome.

09/08/2026

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The Spout Springs Emergency Services Honor Guard is scheduled to participate in the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony Friday, September 11, at 9 am in the Johnsonville Community Center, Cameron NC pavilion. It is important to remember that day 25 years ago when foreign terrorists attacked the United States. We must not forget those Americans who were there, those who lost their lives that day, those who are suffering illnesses from the after-effects of the attack, and the families affected by their deaths for the rest of their lives. Guest speaker will be Command Sergeant Major Brian Edwards, who served over 29 years in the Army, ending his career as Command Sergeant of the 1st Special Forces Command (Airborne), then working as a Department of the Army civilian before retiring. Taps and other music will be played by Bugler/Bagpiper Robert White. All welcome.

07/02/2026

A great way to spend a couple of hours on Independence Day morning! Happy 250th Birthday, USA!

06/04/2026

Celebrate with the Ruritans on July 4th!