The city of Bend, Ore., is praising those who worked to stop the gunman at Silver Rail Elementary School.
Authorities are still searching for answers about what led to the shooting, and the community is grappling with the pain of the attack even as residents recognize the actions of those who intervened.
The Times reports that the city's response has focused on honoring the people who acted to halt the attack, while investigators continue to piece together the details of the incident.
For now, the community is left with both gratitude for those who stepped forward and a painful absence of clear explanations.
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