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Tami Hunter, director of Creative Montessori in Trenton, along with teachers Natalie Knaggs and Sue Cicala, recently found an innovative way to bring history lessons to life for students in the kindergarten through third grade at the school, located at 2901 Manning Drive.
Early last month they started a “Meet a Veteran” Day and had World War II paratrooper John Radu visit the school speak about his experiences literally “jumping” into the European war.
More recently, veterans David Otter and Elwood Krzyske from the 4093 VFW Carlton Post spoke with the kids about the Vietnam War and World War II.
Otter was a military police officer during the Vietnam War and it took him 19 days by boat to reach Okinawa before his duty in Vietnam, Longbed and Cambodia. He explained how the enemy prisoners whom he guarded at the hospital received such good care and meals that they wouldn’t have escaped if the doors were open. They were so grateful for food. Continue reading
Several hometown organizations are giving out special honors at the City Awards Banquet this month and the State of the City program in early February.
The 42nd annual city banquet, scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 21, at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Jefferson, will include the naming of the Trentonite of the Year, the Outstanding Young Man of the Year, the Outstanding Young Woman, as well as the police officer, firefighter and city employee of the year. Continue reading
As Election Day approach, the candidates share their thoughts on the community, opinions about the challenges ahead, and offer some of their plans and ideas.
Jerry Brown
Gerald R. Brown (I)
56-year resident of Trenton
1966 graduate of Trenton High School
Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Madonna University
29-year career in law enforcement as Trenton Police Officer; served as Police Chief from 1992 until retirement in 1999
U.S. Air Force Veteran
Member of St. Paul Lutheran Church
Served on the Trenton School Board from 1990-2001; resigned to take the Mayor’s position in November 2001
A 23-year member of the Trenton Rotary Club
Currently serves on the Wayne County Senior Alliance Board of Directors as its treasurer
Kyle Stack
Kyle F. Stack
54-year Trenton resident
1975 graduate of Trenton High School
35 years with the City of Trenton, including 27 years as City Clerk and eight years as a secretary for Parks and Recreation
Associates degree in business administration from Henry Ford Community College
Member of the International Institute of Municipal Clerks and Michigan Municipal Clerks Association since 1985; Association for Wayne County Clerks, President 1993-95, active member since 1985
Trenton Rotary Club member since 1997 and first woman president, 2006-2007;
Rotary District 6400 assistant governor 2007 through June 2011
Member of St. Joseph Church, serves on St. Vincent DePaul Committee
Trenton Goodfellows president 1997, 2001, 2005, 2009 and 2011; member since 1984
Trish Gearhart
When Patricia Gearhart is officially sworn in as Trenton’s fourth City Clerk, one of the first orders of business will be to hang up a 1957 photograph of her father, Paul Teifer Jr., being sworn in as City Assessor by Francis Thomas, the city’s first City Clerk.
“I grew up part of the city; it is my heritage,” Gearhart said, noting that her father also served as City Treasurer, and his cousin, Robert Teifer, was the city’s first mayor. In addition, Gearhart’s brother, Terry Teifer, is a Trenton City Council member, and their grandfather, Paul Teifer Sr., was the city’s first postmaster.
There is a unique set of circumstances surrounding this year’s Clerk election. Gearhart, better known as Trish, decided to run for the office when her predecessor, Kyle Stack, announced her retirement and decision to run for mayor. At the filing deadline, Gearhart, remained unopposed for the Clerk position.
Stack stepped down last month, at which time Gearhart, who has been Deputy City Clerk for 16 years, was named acting City Clerk until the Nov. 8 election. She will be sworn in Nov. 14. Continue reading
Each year the Trenton Civic Commission recognizes outstanding Trenton citizens for their contributions to the community. The awards are bestowed at the annual City Awards Banquet, which will be held on Saturday, Jan. 21, at the Knights of Columbus Hall on West Jefferson Avenue.
Trenton residents are invited to nominate persons deemed worthy of these honors. The award categories offered are as follows:
Trentonite of the Year: This is an individual who has provided extraordinary leadership and service to the entire Trenton community.
Good Neighbor of the Year: This is an individual or family who has distinguished themselves through their outstanding contributions to their neighborhood.
Senior Citizen of the Year: This is an individual, who is at least 65 years of age by Dec. 31, and has served our community and residents with their time and efforts.
Outstanding Young Woman: This woman, who is age 45 years or younger on Dec.31, and has contributed their time and energy to benefit our community.
Outstanding Young Man: This man, who is age 45 years or younger on Dec. 31, has contributed their time and energy to benefit our community.
Outstanding Trenton Youth: Under 18 years old, outstanding contributions to our community.
Charlie Brown: This person has contributed their time and energy to benefit the young athletes of our community.
Nomination forms are available at the recreation office located in Trenton City Hall and online at www.trentonmi.org. Nominations must be received by Dec. 1. For additional information call (734) 675-7300
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