After more than two decades on your TV screen, Andy Koen is now behind one of Colorado Springs’ biggest community projects: Veterans Week. We’re talking parade secrets, Purple Heart history, and what it really takes to honor the 95,000 service members who call the Pikes Peak region home.PLUS, Lauren and Andy couldn't help but share some past newsroom stories...so get ready for some entertainment!MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEPurple Heart Exhibit on Friday, Nov. 7 at the Fine Arts CenterIn Their Honor Veterans Day Parade returns for 2025 on Saturday, Nov. 8Veterans Day Wreath Laying Ceremony and Observance on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at Memorial ParkPICKS OF THE WEEKHybrid AI Creatures at Bemis School of ArtRising Tide Colorado SpringsWE LOVE OUR SPONSORSCore CollectiveCore Collective Pilates is a boutique studio dedicated to helping clients build strength, flexibility, and confidence through expert-led, personalized Pilates sessions. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on mindful movement, Core Collective transforms workouts into empowering experiences. Enter code SPRINGSANDTHINGS to get 3 classes for $30!Why Wait StoriesWhy Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.

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