On Nov. 7, Ret. Sgt. Scott Gossett will be the keynote speaker at the Bandera Honors Veterans event, sharing his journey as an Army infantry recruit who survived the impact of a 200-pound Improvised Explosive Device and ultimately was chosen to receive the Purple Heart. “We are honored to have Sgt. Gossett and his family in our community. His story of service and sacrifice is the real meaning behind the annual Bandera Honors Veterans celebration,” said Susan Junker, commander Bandera American Legion Post 157, which helps put on the annual celebration. “This is a very special warrior whose remarks should not ...