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Trenton VFW Post 1888 Works to Leave a Lasting Legacy
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After 94 years of serving Trenton and surrounding communities, Trenton Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1888 is working to ensure its legacy lives on through a three-phase project designed to honor local veterans and educate future generations about the sacrifices made to defend freedom. The Post 1888 Legacy Committee was formed in August 2025 after the VFW’s Memorial Home at 2763 Veterans Parkway was sold to the City of Trenton to make way for a new fire station. The building was demolished in December 2025, and the former Trenton post merged with the former Southgate VFW Post 9283. The combined organization, which also includes Allen Park, is now known as Southeast Wayne County VFW Post 1888. The Legacy Committee developed a project to enhance three locations throughout Trenton: the
War Memorial at the Trenton Veterans Memorial Library, the World War I Memorial in downtown Trenton and the former site of the VFW Memorial Home.
The committee’s mission is to leave a lasting legacy that educates future generations about the meaning, effort and sacrifices involved in defending freedom. Its project carries the message, “250 Years and Beyond…Sacrificing For Freedom,” in recognition of the nation’s 250th anniversary. Phase 1: War Memorial at the Library Following the 2026 Memorial Day Parade on May 23, the City of Trenton held a rededication ceremony for the War Memorial at the Trenton Veterans Memorial Library. Originally dedicated in 2011, the memorial honors 61 Trenton men who died in the SpanishAmerican War, World War I, World War II, Korea and Vietnam. Their names are engraved on granite monuments at the site. The latest enhancements include two life-sized bronze statues: a Minuteman representing 1775 and a modern soldier, symbolizing the 250-year span
TRENTON TIMES • OCTOBER 21 - NOVEMBER 17 2026 • Page 5 monument would never need to be used, saying, “Let us pray we never have to engrave this blank monument.” Phase 2: World War I Memorial The second phase focuses on the World War I Memorial at St. Joseph Street and West Jefferson Avenue in downtown Trenton. A rededication ceremony is scheduled for November 11 at 11 a.m., marking the 106th anniversary of the memorial’s original dedication.
of defending freedom. Positioned on either side of the American flagpole, the statues represent the generations who have served the country. The memorial brick area was also redesigned, with new bricks available for veterans and supporters. A new plaza features three engraved granite benches displaying quotes from presidents, generals and other notable figures. A bronze statue of a boy and girl standing with their hands over their hearts faces the flagpole. A bronze plaque displaying the Pledge of Allegiance stands in front of them, representing the children the VFW has educated over the years about what it means to defend freedom. During the original 2011 dedication, the final granite monument was left blank after the names of the 61 fallen servicemen were engraved on the other five. Lieutenant General Ronald F. Sams, a 1967 Trenton High School graduate and that year’s parade marshal, expressed the hope that the blank
The original bronze plaque was unveiled on July 27, 1920, by American Legion Post 217 of Wyandotte. Purchased by the Trenton Garden Club, it bears the names of the Trenton men who died during World War I. The memorial is undergoing a significant renovation, including a new concrete foundation and a three-piece Dakota Mahogany granite pedestal. A life-sized bronze statue of a World War I Doughboy soldier will stand atop the pedestal, overlooking downtown Trenton. The original bronze plaque has been refurbished and will be attached to the front of the new granite structure. Additional historical and commemorative bronze plaques will recognize the original dedication and the 2026 rededication by the City of Trenton and VFW Post 1888. The ceremony will include opening remarks from Trenton Mayor Steven Rzeppa, participation by the Legacy Committee and American Legion Post 217, and the unveiling of the refurbished plaque and Doughboy statue. The names of the nine fallen servicemen will be read, with a bell sounding after each name. An honor guard rifle salute, the playing of taps and the raising of the American flag to full staff will conclude the ceremony. Following the ceremony, free hot dogs will be available to veterans at American Legion Post 426, located about a block and a half from the memorial. Beverages will be available for purchase. Phase 3: Former VFW Memorial Home Site The final phase will establish a permanent reminder of VFW Post 1888 at the site of the new fire station being constructed at 2763 Veterans Parkway. Construction is scheduled for completion in 2027, with a dedication ceremony to be held after the project is finished. A designated and landscaped area will recognize
the site’s history as the former home of Trenton VFW Post 1888. Plans include an engraved granite memorial bench, a large bronze plaque honoring the post’s 60 past commanders over its 94 years of service, and the Memorial Home stone carefully removed from the building before its demolition in December 2025. Through these three phases, the Legacy Committee and the City of Trenton are working together to preserve the community’s military history and honor the sacrifices of those who served. Although VFW Post 1888 has entered a new chapter as part of Southeast Wayne County VFW Post 1888, its commitment to remembering local veterans and educating future generations will continue through these memorials. As the Legacy Committee puts it, the mission is to leave a lasting legacy — and, as the project moves forward, its members proudly declare, “Mission Accomplished.”
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Trenton Families Follow the Trail to Halloween Fun Trenton Parks & Recreation and DYPAC welcomed families to the annual Passport to Halloween Walk on October 9-10, offering a festive Halloween adventure filled with live performances, seasonal activities and treats for visitors of all ages. Designed to be more merry than scary, the event gave families an opportunity to celebrate Halloween together while exploring the trail. The experience combined the excitement of Halloween with family-friendly entertainment, creating a seasonal outing for children and adults alike.
Along the trail, participants experienced Halloween-themed fun before gathering to enjoy complimentary cider and donuts. The seasonal refreshments offered a chance for families to take a break and enjoy a fall tradition before continuing their evening. After completing the walk, guests boarded a hay wagon tractor ride back to the Westfield Center, adding another autumn-themed activity to the
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Trenton Art Fest Brings Artists, Fans Together Despite Rain
Rainy weather didn’t dampen the creativity Downtown as the Trenton Downtown Development Authority hosted the third annual Trenton Art Festival Saturday, September 19, featuring local artists, craft vendors, live entertainment, food and family-friendly activities throughout the community.
Two new Downtown murals were among the highlights of the festival, celebrating Trenton’s growing public art collection. Freddy Diaz created the mural at Mamacita’s, while Zach Curtis painted the mural at Open Book Theatre and Slick Disc. The new works added color and character to downtown while showcasing the talents of the artists contributing to Trenton’s evolving public art scene. The festival was scheduled from noon to 8 p.m. Organizers moved the art fair and children’s crafts indoors at Art & Stuff, allowing visitors to browse local artists’ work and participate in creative activities while staying dry. The art fair featured a wide variety of vendors selling paintings, handmade crafts, pottery, jewelry, clothing, and other original creations. Participating artists and businesses included Beagle & Badger, Glaze My Mud, Yams Draws, Square Granny Studio, Dreki Works, Decoupage Collage, Chelsea Kings, Kimberly Lewis Creations, Sherfire Pottery, Henna Traditions, South Oakland Art Association, Every Rae Art, Sable & Slate, and Concrete Creations, among many others. Children also had opportunities to explore their creativity through indoor crafts, while visitors could enjoy food and refreshments from vendors including Burks Bistro, Cottage Inn, Loosey Goosey Mobile Bar, Boba Fusion, and Fudd’s Franks. The festival also shared the weekend with Truago’s Lobsterpalooza, which featured a lobster
buffet and concert series. Despite the weather-related adjustments, the festival brought together artists, vendors, art fans, businesses, and visitors to celebrate creativity and community. The annual event also highlighted the DDA’s ongoing efforts to expand Trenton’s public art offerings and make downtown a destination for residents and visitors alike.
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Trenton Volleyball Builds Momentum with Winning Streak
The Lady Trojans volleyball team has put together a strong season, compiling a 19-7 record at the press deadline for the Trenton Times while finding success in league competition and tournament play. The team opened their season at the Livonia Stevenson Invitational, earning a two-set victory over Brighton before suffering losses to Canton, Northville and Plymouth. Trenton also fell to Dearborn Divine Child before returning to tournament action at the Notre Dame Prep Invitational, where the team recorded victories over Royal Oak Shrine Catholic and Pontiac Notre Dame Prep. Trenton began September with wins over Riverview Gabriel Richard and Allen Park InterCity Baptist before opening league competition with consecutive sweeps of Lincoln Park and Allen Park. The Lady Trojans continued their success at the Livonia Churchill tournament, earning victories over Milan, Livonia Churchill, Gibraltar Carlson and Grosse Pointe South before falling to Salem in a competitive three-set match. Trenton returned home for Parents Night against Taylor, delivering a commanding 25-18, 25-14, 25-5 sweep. Grace Wend recorded six kills, three digs and two blocks while serving at 100 percent. Jada Paulsen added six kills, two aces and six digs, while Kassidy Korndorfer contributed 12 assists, two kills and six digs. Lindsey Kitzman hit .333, Sofia Klug hit .250 and Izzy Schotthoefer finished with 12 digs. The team followed with a three-set victory over Brownstown Woodhaven, winning 25-23, 25-10 and 25-23. Trenton recorded a .239 team hitting percentage, seven aces and 54 digs. Mackenzie Aguirre led with nine kills and 11 digs while serving at 100 percent. Noell Hughes contributed
eight kills, 12 digs, an ace and a block, while Paulsen added six kills, two aces and 12 digs. Korndorfer finished with 20 assists, three kills and four digs. The girls continued their winning streak against Dearborn Edsel Ford, sweeping the Thunderbirds 25-14, 25-17 and 25-19. Wend led the Trojans with nine kills, six digs and a block while hitting .368. Hughes contributed five kills, five digs and a block, while Aguirre added six kills, two aces and 11 digs. Korndorfer recorded 16 assists, two kills, two aces and four digs. During homecoming week, the Lady Trojans
welcomed Southgate Anderson and earned another three-set victory, winning 25-18, 25-14 and 2523. Brenna McMaster delivered an impressive performance, hitting .545 with seven kills, three aces and five digs. Wend added 10 kills and eight digs while hitting .348, and Paulsen recorded eight kills, two aces and 11 digs. Korndorfer contributed 26 assists, two kills and seven digs. The team carried that momentum into their matchup against Gibraltar Carlson, sweeping the Marauders 25-17, 25-10 and 25-21. Hughes led the attack with 11 kills and 14 digs while hitting .385. Paulsen added nine kills, two blocks and eight digs, while Aguirre contributed six kills, an ace, 13 digs and a block. Korndorfer finished with 25 assists, two kills and 10 digs. Amelia Doshoian also stood out with a 2.8 serve-receive rating. Trenton then celebrated Senior Night with a three-set sweep of Wyandotte Roosevelt, winning 25-10, 25-5 and 25-23. Paulsen led the Lady Trojans with 10 kills, six aces, 12 digs and three blocks while hitting .529. Wend added 10 kills and two digs, while Korndorfer recorded 23 assists, six digs, a kill and an ace. Schotthoefer contributed 15 digs and three aces, while Hughes finished with six kills, four digs and a block. Ava Russ added three kills while hitting .600, and Doshoian contributed eight digs. Trenton earned its second victory of the season over Brownstown Woodhaven, sweeping the Warriors 25-18, 25-22 and 25-12. Korndorfer directed the offense with 27 assists, two kills, two aces and 10 digs. Hughes led the attack with nine kills, 15 digs and a block, while Paulsen contributed eight kills, two aces, two assists and eight digs. Aguirre added four kills, two aces and 20 digs, and McMaster finished with four kills, an ace, six digs and a block.
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The Trojans football team has experienced a competitive season, posting a 4-3 record through its first seven games and at the time of the press deadline for the Trenton Times, highlighted by several commanding victories and a strong offensive showing in recent weeks. The Trojans opened their season with an impressive 42-14 victory over Allen Park before suffering a 35-21 loss to Wyandotte Roosevelt in their first league matchup. Trenton bounced back with a dominant defensive performance against Dearborn Edsel Ford, shutting out the Thunderbirds 35-0 to earn its second victory of the season. The Trojans then faced a challenging stretch,
falling to Gibraltar Carlson in a close 21-14 contest before suffering a 49-26 loss to DeWitt. Trenton returned to the win column during its homecoming celebration, delivering a seasonhigh 66 points in a 66-36 victory over Taylor. The offensive performance marked the Trojans’ highestscoring game of the season through seven contests. The momentum continued the following week when Trenton traveled to face Southgate Anderson and earned a convincing 43-15 victory, securing consecutive wins for the first time this season. Through seven games, the Trojans have scored 247 points while allowing 170, with their four victories including a shutout and three games in which they scored at least 40 points.
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The Trenton tennis team delivered a strong showing at the regional tournament, advancing seven of its eight flights to the semifinals. In singles competition, Lucas Wright fell to Adrian at No. 1 singles, 6-0, 6-1. The remaining three singles players received first-round byes and advanced through their second-round matches. At No. 2 singles, Nolan Marek defeated Ypsilanti, 6-2, 6-0, before
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Downriver Schools Unite to Celebrate 16th Annual Victory Day Woodhaven High School hosted the 16th annual Victory Day on September 12, bringing together athletes, cheerleaders, marching band members, and families from across the Downriver community for a morning of celebration and inclusion. The stands were packed as football players and cheerleaders welcomed students from The Lincoln Center, Madison School, and Jo Brighton Skills Center. Teams and squads from 14 Downriver high schools, including Trenton, came together to help make the event a memorable experience for every participant.
Victory Day gives children with cognitive and physical disabilities the opportunity to experience the excitement of football and cheerleading and enjoy time on the field. Each participant was paired with a football player or cheerleader who served as a mentor throughout the day. Participants wore special Victory Day jerseys, carried cheer pom-poms, and took part in a variety of simulated game-day activities. With the support of student-athletes, coaches, families, and volunteers, each participant had an opportunity to take the field, be celebrated, and experience the excitement of game day. The event was organized by Aaron Segedi, a Trenton Public Schools teacher and three-time cancer survivor. After receiving a liver transplant, Segedi was inspired by the selflessness of his donor and sister, as well as the support he received from the Downriver community. He created Victory Day as a way to give back to that community and provide children with an opportunity to experience the joy of being an athlete. More than 80 football players, 35 cheerleaders and 50 marching band members participated in helping bring the event to life. At the conclusion of the festivities, each participant received a custom mini-helmet as a keepsake commemorating the day and their victory on the field.
Over the years, the Victory Day concept continued to grow beyond the Downriver community. The program was adopted by schools in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Minnesota, New Jersey, Florida, and Maryland, as well as by several college football programs. Victory Day 2026 once again brought the Downriver community together to celebrate its young people and give every participant an opportunity to shine.
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If something happened to you tomorrow, would your family know what to do with your digital life? They might know about your home, vehicle and bank accounts. But would they know where to find your family photos, online accounts, digital documents, rewards points or cryptocurrency? Why are we talking about this? This month, Downriver CU is partnering with Trust & Will to offer members special savings on estate planning. That got us thinking about something many of us may overlook when planning for the future: our digital lives. Your digital life is part of your legacy A 2026 Trust & Will survey of 5,000 U.S. adults found that 48% had no instructions for what should happen to their digital accounts and files when they die. Even among people who had a Will, 23% still had no digital instructions in place. That’s important because your digital estate may include much more than you realize: - Memories: photos, videos, emails and cloud storage - Financial assets: cryptocurrency and certain online financial accounts - Online accounts: email, social media, websites and subscriptions - Rewards: loyalty programs and other online benefits
- Important information: documents and records stored electronically Some of these assets have financial value. Others may be priceless to your family. And unlike a house or vehicle, your family can’t find a digital asset they don’t know exists. Give the people you love a starting point The good news? You don’t have to organize your entire digital life at once. Start with three simple steps: 1. Make an inventory. List your most important digital accounts and assets. Trust & Will recommends taking inventory as a first step in digital estate planning. 2. Decide what you want to happen. Which photos should your family keep? Which accounts should be closed? Are there digital assets that need to be transferred or managed? 3. Make sure the right person knows where to start. Think about who you trust to handle your digital affairs and how they would know where to find the information they’ll need. Even completing step one can make things easier for the people you love. One thing you probably shouldn’t do It might seem convenient to put your usernames and passwords directly into your Will. But that’s generally not a good place for sensitive information. Trust & Will recommends keeping digital-estate information separate because a Will can become public after
death. There’s another practical reason: passwords and online accounts change frequently. A separate, securely maintained inventory is easier to update. Individual online services may also have their own rules and tools for handling an account after someone dies. As you’re creating your inventory, check whether your most important services offer legacy or accountmanagement options. Take five minutes today You don’t need to solve everything today. Instead, ask yourself: “If I couldn’t manage my affairs tomorrow, would someone I trust know what I have and where to start?” If the answer is no, spend five minutes making a list of your most important digital assets. That small step today could mean less searching, fewer questions and more clarity for the people you love later. Ready to look at the bigger picture? Your digital life is only one part of your legacy. If this exercise has you thinking about your larger estate plan, Downriver CU can help connect you with a resource to take the next step. Through October 31, Downriver CU members can save 30% on the initial purchase of a Will or Trustbased estate plan with our partner, Trust & Will. Visit DownriverCU.com/TrustAndWill to learn more and get started.
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Enjoy an elegant evening that will showcase spectacular scenes of the Wayne and Monroe County area, focusing primarily on the Downriver region. EVENING SCHEDULE: 5:30 • Drinks & Hors d'oeuvres 7:30 • Door prizes & Announcement of winners from the Downriver Community Photo Contest 8:00 • Conclusion of Exhibition
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Do you have photos we should showcase? Entries to the Downriver Community Photo Contest are accepted year-round at DownriverCU.com/Photo. Enter your photos today to be considered for our next event!
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Dearest reader, Let us begin our look at Trenton Public Schools with the same place Lady Budgetdown begins with every district: the numbers. Over the ten years from 2014–15 to 2024–25, Trenton’s fall pupil count declined from 2,681 to 2,610.46, a decrease of just 2.63%. During that same period, on a perpupil basis: All Sources Revenue increased from $10,143 to $15,638 — up 54.18% nominally, or 13.51% after inflation. Total Instruction increased from $6,254 to $9,192 — up 8.21% after inflation. Instructional Support increased from $1,111 to $1,823 — up 20.80% after inflation. Business & Administration increased from $1,045 to $1,785 — up 25.75% after inflation. Operations & Maintenance increased from $970 to $1,555 — up 18.02% after inflation. And then there is the number that caught Lady Budgetdown’s eye. The average teacher salary went
from $71,611 in 2014–15 to $68,332 in 2024–25. That is not simply a failure to keep pace with inflation. The average salary was actually $3,279 lower in nominal dollars ten years later. After adjusting for inflation, that represents a 29.75% decline in purchasing power. So here is where the first breadcrumb leaves us: Trenton served only 2.63% fewer pupils, while inflation-adjusted revenue per pupil increased 13.51% and Business & Administration per pupil increased 25.75%. Meanwhile, the average teacher salary lost nearly 30% of its purchasing power. That does not, by itself, tell us why. It tells us where to look next. And that, dear readers, is exactly what we shall do. Source: Michigan Department of Education, Bulletin 1014, 2014–15 and 2024–25. Figures are per pupil unless otherwise noted. Inflation adjustment uses cumulative CPI-U increase of 35.831185% for 2015– 2025.
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