Gresham Veterans Day Ceremony Emphasizes Ongoing Support Beyond Remembrance
The city of Gresham, Oregon, hosted its 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony at the Heroes Memorial, organized by the Gresham Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 180. The event featured a presentation of colors by Gresham Scouts Troop 664, an invocation by a veteran chaplain, and speeches from elected officials and veterans, including Gresham City Councilor Sue Piazza and Mayor Travis Stovall. A central theme of the ceremony was the call for continuous support and compassion for veterans throughout the year, not just on Veterans Day. Mayor Stovall highlighted the importance of recognizing veterans on all 365 days, while Councilor Piazza urged the community to actively engage with and support veterans. Additionally, State Representative Ricki Ruiz announced plans to seek $250,000 in funding during the upcoming Oregon legislative session to renovate and maintain the Gresham Heroes Memorial, which has seen plaques become illegible or vandalized. The proposed improvements include replacing and repairing plaques, general maint...