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The Colorado Springs Korean community celebrates independence from Japanese rule

News5's Ryan Mutch

By: Ryan Mutch

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COLORADO SPRINGS — Dozens of Colorado Springs Korean community members celebrated the March 1 movement for independence.

Our own Peter Choi was there to EMCEE the event.

Dozens of Korean community members celebrated the March 1 movement for independence

Saturday marked the 106th anniversary of the movement to remember those who fought for independence against Japanese colonial rule.

Every year on March 1, Koreans pause to remember the wave of patriotic fervor that swept their country more than a century ago.

A 75-Year Tradition Has New Owners and a New Season

The Mesa Drive-In in Pueblo is celebrating its 75th season with new owners at the helm. The couple, who had their first date at a drive-in, are kicking off the new season tonight with a double feature on each of their two screens.

A 75-Year Tradition Has New Owners and a New Season

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The Colorado Springs Korean community celebrates independence from Japanese rule

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