Aurora Fire Rescue Lieutenant Jason Kester and his K9 Frank are member of Colorado Task Force One.

Each year on the third Friday in September, our country commemorates POW MIA Recognition Day. Ceremonies take place at military installations across the U.S., including here in Aurora at Buckley Space Force Base.

The Ambassador for Peace Medal Ceremony held June 12, 2024 at the Aurora Municipal Center in Aurora, Colorado.  This ceremony recognizes those Americans who fought in the Korean War 1950-54. 

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“Building on Stanley’s Foundation” is a new way for the public to learn about Robert Stanley and Stanley Aviation, and the impact on our community.

The Colorado Freedom Memorial unveils the design of the visitor center, a new sculpture in the works, and announces the CFM will now be part of Memorial Park!

Memorial Day is a chance to mourn and honor those who’ve made the ultimate sacrifice serving our country.

Liberty View at Fitzsimons, a housing community for senior veterans, just held their grand opening!  The project was made possible by the City of Aurora Housing Authority, the State of Colorado, Rep.

U.S. Representative Jason Crow presents the Colorado Freedom Memorial with a $1.5 million dollar check to go toward construction of an indoor visitors center

Presentation of the Ambassasor for Peace Medal to honor Korean War veterans living in Colorado who served in the Korean War from 1950 to 1954.

The 7th annual Light Their Way Home display was at the Colorado Freedom Memorial. Over 6,200 luminaries were placed in front of the memorial in honor of every Colorado Veteran killed in action since 1876. 

The 2022 Veterans Salute honored the military in Aurora. Held at the Hyatt Regency Aurora-Denver, the sold out event celebrated the Air Force's 75th anniversary.