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The wait is over for hundreds of military families Play Video
November 13, 2012 12:34 AM
FORT CARSON - In the moments just before their dad marched into the Special Events Center Friday night, sisters Kylei and Elissa Giles said the waiting is the hardest part. "It's really exciting and I'm kind of nervous because it's like I'm seeing him for the first time again... more » -
Soldier went MIA in 1967, son shares the story of the return of his remains on September 11, 2001 Play Video
November 12, 2012 6:59 PM
On days like Veterans Day, the country comes together to remember those who gave their all for our nation and our freedom, but for people who have loved ones missing in action, the main thing they want is peace. We now bring you the unique story of one soldier's journey... more » -
Veterans in Pueblo talk about what this day means to them Play Video
November 11, 2012 6:40 PM
On this day, many veterans say the world stops just to remember the sacrifices they made. Many of them laid their brothers to rest decades ago during wars overseas, and to this day they do not forget why they served their country. We went out in search of veterans... more » -
Free meals and discounts for veterans
November 11, 2012 3:17 PM
COLORADO SPRINGS- Several businesses across the region are offering free meals and discounts in honor of Veterans Day. Below are some of the promotions taking place this weekend: 7-Eleven: Free slurpee until 7 p.m. Sunday Applebee's: Free entrée California Pizza Kitchen: On Sunday and Monday, Nov.... more » -
High school rivalry game to include tribute to veterans
November 2, 2012 12:44 PM
Colorado Springs' oldest high school football rivalry will not be played under the Friday night lights this year, but rather in the Saturday afternoon sunshine. The Helmet Game between William (Billy) Mitchell High School and Roy J. Wasson High School will be held on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at Gary... more » -
Veterans deals galore Play Video
November 10, 2011 6:31 PM
Post offices and banks are closed for business on Friday, November 11th, which is Veterans Day, but many other establishments have their doors wide open and are offering some sweet deals for our veterans. Across the nation and in Colorado many restaurants, convenient stores, and retailers are offering either... more » -
Applebee's gives away thousands of dollars in meals during Veterans Day
November 11, 2010 10:46 PM
Applebee's in both Colorado Springs and Pueblo honored active service members and veterans by serving them free meals on Veterans Day. At the restaurant's Colorado Springs location on Galley Road, the wait for a table was up to forty-five minutes during lunch. While past and present service members waited in... more » -
Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill gives away big check
November 11, 2010 10:03 PM
On Thursday, Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill presented a check for more than one thousand dollars to the Home Front Cares organization at their Broadmoor Towne Centre location. "We're excited about giving back to the community and, specifically, to our veterans for the jobs they do and for keeping us all safe,"... more » -
Veterans Day parade in Pueblo Saturday
November 6, 2009 11:51 AM
Pueblo will honor veterans Saturday with a parade though the Union Ave. Historic District. The parade steps off at 10 am at the intersection of Union Ave. and B St. The parade route heads up Union Ave. to 1st St, left on 1st, ending at Greenwood. The Chamber of Commerce... more » -
State parks freebie on Veterans Day
November 6, 2009 9:52 AM
Colorado's 42 state parks are offering free admission to military veterans Wednesday for Veterans Day. Veterans who show a valid military service identification card at park gates can get in free, along with anyone else in their vehicles. Colorado state parks attract more than 11 million visitors per year. more » -
Military eats free at Applebee's on Veterans Day
November 5, 2009 2:01 PM
Here's a treat for our men and women in uniform--Applebee's is offering free meals for veterans and active duty military personnel on Veterans Day. The restaurant chain says its their way of expressing "gratitude for their service and sacrifice." The free meals are offered at all Applebee's locations in... more »
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