Remembering Harper and Fletcher | Minneapolis News

Minneapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 1m

One year after a devastating church shooting in Minneapolis took the lives of eight-year-old Fletcher Merkel and ten-year-old Harper Moyski, their community has transformed grief into enduring love. Harper’s family remembers her as fiercely curious, vibrantly alive, and unapologetically herself—qualities that inspired others to shine. Amid profound loss, they’ve found strength in shared compassion, channeling Harper’s spirit by spreading light outward. Community events—from volleyball tournaments to school performances of her favorite songs—keep their memories alive, weaving resilience and…