The community of Ironton, within Plaquemines Parish, has witnessed a significant moment of progress with the addition of five new homes dedicated to residents who have grappled with the aftermath of Hurricane Ida. According to a Facebook post from the Plaquemines Parish Government, this home dedication ceremony held on March 21st speaks volumes of the resilience and unity within the Ironton community.

During the ceremony, President Keith Hinkley addressed the crowd, underlining the significance of the occasion as a forward stride in the region's recovery from Hurricane Ida, the Mennonite Disaster Service of Ohio played a central role in bringing these homes from blueprint to reality, and their work in Plaquemines Parish has been consistent since the days of Hurricane Katrina, their ongoing involvement with the parish signifies a strong commitment to assisting communities in the laborious journey back from devastation, as reported by the Plaquemines Parish Government.

A nod of gratitude was also directed towards the Ironton Reconstruction and Development Committee for their tireless dedication to rebuilding their community as acknowledged by the Plaquemines Parish Government. As recorded in the homage paid by President Hinkley and echoed by the Plaquemines Parish Government social media channels, the event was more than a celebration; it showcased the deep-rooted endurance and solidarity that defines the Ironton community.