text: "National news stories refer to the ""city of West"" that was forever changed by a tragic explosion one year ago today. But the local stories give a better picture of the ""family of West"" that has grieved together, supported each other, and helped to rebuild the town and families that were broken apart on April 17, 2013.  I hope and pray for continued healing for the family and friends of the 15 lives that were lost, and for the hundreds who lost their homes and livelihood."