By Janna Irons

From the moment you get off the plane and head North, you can feel the mounting energy gradually intensify as you head toward Hanalei. Signs are hung intermittently along the highway: "We love you Andy." "Hanalei loves Lyndie." "Andy: 1978-Forever." "You'll always be our hearts." Blue ribbons are tied around telephone poles and strung from bridges. The closer you get to the epicenter, the more palpable the emotion.

Thousands of people, everyone in Andy's life--family, childhood friends, fans, along with most of the Top 44--came together today to honor Andy...

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