It's a day that stands out, but not in the way we want. This September marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11. 

The Colorado Freedom Memorial in Aurora hosted an event the night before to honor those lost. 

As drones have become more common, responding to unauthorized flights around military installations has become a growing concern.

Many members of the Colorado Air National Guard serve part time while working full-time careers in the community. For two members of the 140th Wing, that career is with Aurora Fire Rescue.

Buckley Space Force Base has its own Fire and Emergency Services team, ready to respond to medical emergencies, fires and other calls across the installation.

Buckley Space Force Base: A Look Back

Aurora has a decades-long military history, with Buckley Space Force Base playing a vital role in our nation's defense.

The F-16s can be seen and heard over Aurora, and are based at Buckley Space Force Base, but they aren't part of the Space Force. They belong to the 140th Wing of the Colorado Air National Guard.

They're loud, fast and a familiar sight in the skies over Aurora. The F-16s based at Buckley Space Force Base are part of the Colorado Air National Guard's 140th Wing and play an important role in national defense.

Helping protect Buckley Space Force Base is a team of military working dogs and their handlers.

More than 15,000 people work at Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora, supporting military missions that reach around the world. The installation is led by Space Base Delta 2 and is home to more than 100 partner organizations.

A highly decorated, 97-year-old Korean War hero who also just happens to be a former Hollywood actor, now calls Aurora home. 

What does the date of July 27th mean to you? Not only is it the day in 1953 that the Korean War ended, but here in Aurora, in 2026, it's the day we dedicated our city's new Korean War Memorial. 

It's a Memorial Day weekend tradition in Aurora - Colorado Remembers.  This year's event, as always, took place at the Colorado Freedom Memorial.

The Aurora History Museum and Historic Sites reflects on 150 years of Colorado statehood and 250 years of an independent United States with an exhibit that honors the servicemembers from Aurora who gave their lives for our free

The month of April is known for showers, spring flowers and maybe even the Easter bunny. It's also The Month of the Military Child. 

Altitude Elementary School in the Cherry Creek School District recently hosted its annual Patriotic Veterans Parade.

It featured all kinds of festive floats, a marching band and more.

The Purple Heart medal is awarded to military members who are killed or wounded in action.

Our community comes together to honor our fallen heroes as well as those who are still with us.

Colorado Freedom Memorial hosts a ceremonial groundbreaking for their new Visitor Center.

Colorado lawmakers passed a joint resolution in 2017 declaring the fourth Thursday of March as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day.

Aurora is now home to the Lt. Col. John W. Mosley VA Clinic. It's named in honor of Tuskegee Airman and Aurora community leader, John Mosley.

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. 

Some music in this show was used by Creative Commons Licenses

“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.