PUEBLO — Monday is the last day of the Colorado State Fair. Now in its 152 year, the fair is an integral part of the fabric of the Pueblo community.
It keeps Colorado's agricultural heritage alive and pumps millions of dollars into Pueblo's economy.
Hear from a few people who took in the final day of the state fair.
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Fort Carson Soldier Raises $50K for Cancer Treatment - Gives It All Away to Help Others
Sergeant First Class David Hong battling stage 4 colon cancer raised over $50,000 in three days for experimental treatment, but when Tricare approved coverage, he donated every penny to help other service members and veterans fighting cancer. The Fort Carson religious specialist underwent the innovative histotripsy treatment earlier this month and remains hopeful about the results. His selfless decision shows how one soldier's battle became a mission to help others in their fight against cancer.
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