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THE BELLEVILLE Communities plan Memorial Day celebrations
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Vol. 134, No. 21 The origins of Memorial Day,
More than three decades next Monday, or Decoration Day
of history will be celebrated as it was first named, are both
this year at the 34th Annual remote and mixed. In the mid-
Sumpter Country Festival 1860s, it appeared that the con-
set, as always, during cept of “Decoration Day” was a
Memorial Day weekend. way to heal a nation which
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War.
One inspiration for this holi-
THE CANTON day came when Civil War veter-
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Vol. 72, No. 21 children placing flowers on a
soldier's grave. The veterans
The Police Week obser- were so moved that they decided
vance in Canton Township to do the same at other military
included those who "lost graves. In other instances,
their lives in the line of duty," women in the North and South,
said Township Trustee John in a gesture of impartial gen-
Anthony. erosity, decorated the graves of
See page 2. both Confederate and Union sol-
diers. Soon in cities, villages and
towns across the country, people
THE INKSTER gathered for prayer to honor the General James Garfield spoke at ent. It was also seen as a time to Honor Guard will be hosting a
LEDGER STAR war dead and to lay flowers the first national observance of rededicate ourselves to the Memorial Day Service at 10 a.m.
LEDGER STAR
Memorial Day on May 30, 1868,
ideals for which they gave their
Monday, May 27. The event will
upon their graves.
Vol. 72, No. 21 In 1868, General John A. in Arlington National Cemetery. lives and to teach children the take place at the Veteran's
Logan, commander-in-chief of While this day was initially importance of remembrance. Memorial Center located in
Two community leaders
In 1968, the observance of
in Inkster will be honored the Grand Army of the Republic, dedicated to remember those Memorial Day was moved to the Heritage Park (directly behind
killed in the Civil War, with the
ordered that the 30th day of May
the Canton Administration
for their activism and contri- be designated for this purpose. passage of time Memorial Day last Monday in May. Celebrations Building), 1150 S. Canton Center
butions next Sunday, May 25 At least 25 groups and towns has become an occasion to in our area this year include: Road, in Canton.
at Sharon Seventh Day claimed to have originated the honor all those who died in serv- Representatives from the
Adventist (SDA) Church. idea of decorating the graves of ice to the nation, from the CANTON TOWNSHIP:
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fallen soldiers with flowers. Revolutionary War to the pres- The Canton Fire Department See Parades, page 6
THE NORTHVILLE Police promotions, new officers, retirements announced
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Vol. 19, No. 21 It's been a busy month at the Westland
Police Department.
Visitors can watch sheep Four officers have been promoted, three
shearing, blacksmithing, new officers added to the force, three police
wool spinning and visit with service aides who will become sworn offi-
a host of farm animals dur- cers after completing their training added
ing the annual Maybury and a long-serving veteran has retired.
Farm Fest set for June 1. The changes in the department were
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marked with official ceremonies May 13
when the promotions of Sgt. David
Archambeau, Sgt. John Gatti, Sgt. Jeffery
THE PLYMOUTH Kropodra and Lt. Kevin Swope were made
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Archambeau has served with the
Vol. 19, No. 21 Westland Police Department since 2004
The members of the after serving for six years with the Detroit
Plymouth Noon Rotary Club Police Department and Grosse Pointe Newly promoted officers Sgt. David Archambeau, Sgt. John Gatti, Sgt. Jeffery Kropodra,
honored the winners of the Woods Public Safety Department. and Lt. Kevin Swope pose with Police Chief Jeff Jedrusik, Mayor William Wild, City Council
annual 4-Way Test essay con- Archambeau has a bachelor's degree in President James Godbout and City Clerk Richard LaBlanc.
test at the meeting last week. criminal justice and sociology from Western
See page 3. Michigan University where he also attended
the police academy. He is a member of the
Tactical Response Team, the Special
THE ROMULUS Investigations Team, and the Crime
ROMAN
ROMAN Suppression Team. Archambeau was also
awarded the Westland Police Officer of the
Vol. 134, No. 21 Year Award in 2009.
Romulus City Councilman Gatti has served with the Westland Police
William Wadsworth and Department for eight years after graduating
Firepup® are happy with from the Oakland University County Police
the $2,601 generated this Academy and obtaining a bachelor's degree
year at the 15th annual from Albion College. Gatti began his career
Animal Shelter Bowling with the Waterford Township Police
Fundraiser. Department where he served for four years.
See page 5. He was also a member of the Crime
Suppression Team. Gatti is now a
Community Police Officer, Field Training
THE WAYNE Officer, and Evidence Technician. New Westland police officers include Jackson Gilbert, Zach Whitehouse and Raquel
Ogarek shown with Police Chief Jeff Jedrusik, Mayor William Wild; City Council President
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Kropodra has served with the Westland
Vol. 72, No. 21 an associate's degree in criminal justice Instructor, and takes an active role in plan- Eastern Michigan School of Police Staff and
from Henry Ford College and attended the
Command. He is a member of the Accident
ning events such as Stuff a SWAT Truck,
Downtown Days in Wayne Oakland University Police Academy. which provides toys for the Westland Reconstruction Team and the Commission
will be moved to August this Kropodra is an Evidence Technician, Goodfellows No Child Without a Christmas on Accreditation for Law Enforcement
year and take place for the Hostage Negotiator, and a member of the program. Agencies Team. He has previously served as
first time in Veterans Plaza, Accident Reconstruction Team. Kropodra is Swope has served with the Westland a Patrol and School Resource Officer, and
next to the Wayne Public known for being an active volunteer in the Police Department for 15 years after spend- now fills the roles of Hostage Negotiator and
Library. community and he serves as a member of ing six years with the Detroit Police
See page 4. the Awards Committee, as a Youth Academy Department. Swope is a graduate of the See Police, page 4
Plymouth Arts Council awarded Dunning Foundation grant
THE WESTLAND
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“With over 1300 guests each
Vol. 72, No. 21 Arts Council was recently Plymouth. month participating in music after setting for Plymouth area
gatherings for years to come,”
awarded a $43,000 grant from
Lisa Howard, the Plymouth
Lauren Rousseau recent- the Margaret Dunning Community Arts Council (PCAC) recitals, youth theater, business she said
ly spoke to members of the Foundation. director said she was very grate- meetings, art classes and month- The Margaret Dunning
Westland Rotary Club about The funds will be used for ful for the help. ly exhibit events, our facility is Foundation was founded by Ms.
the personal and far-reach- facility improvements including “The PCAC is so appreciative well-loved and well-used. Dunning in 1997. She was born
ing effects of drug addiction. a kitchen renovation and exteri- of this generous gift that will be “By investing in our physical
See page 4. or lighting at the organization used for much needed improve- space we will ensure that the See Grant, page 3

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