Veteran Leah Gutierrez joined us on Good Morning LKN for a special Veterans Day edition to discuss her 27-year Army career, from cargo operations to military police, multiple deployments, and the challenges of transitioning out of service. Leah shares powerful insights on identity, family, and rediscovering purpose through her work with Purple Heart Homes, where she now helps lead critical home-repair and accessibility projects for veterans across North Carolina. Her story highlights strength, service, and community support throughout the Lake Norman area and beyond.

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