General Election Results 2025
Lucas S. Noll of Omaha’s Westside High School and Rodney G. Tuttle Jr. of Papillion-LaVista South High School are the two finalists competing to become the 2025 Governor of American Legion Cornhusker Boys’ State.
10/11 News Visits Boys’ State
10/11 News Visits Cornhusker Boys’ State. Grace McDonald of 10/11’s Pure Nebraska program visited with Governor Grant Ruma and two delegates about their experience at the camp. See the full interview here: https://www.1011now.com/video/2025/06/05/cornhusker-boys-state-delegates-establish-mock-government-lincoln/
Pillen Brings Down the House
By: Dallas & Ethan
[Lincoln, NE] – Chants of “Pillen” roared out following the Governor’s nearly hour-long Q&A with Boys’ State. Governor Pillen emphasized the importance of genuine communication, strong personal convictions, and a never-give-up attitude. Pillen answered questions across a wide range of topics, including his faith journey, leadership styles, immigration, the state’s recent budget deficit, women’s sports, and his childhood.
Before the Governor’s address on Wednesday, a spontaneous wave of chants swept through Boys’ State as cities took turns shouting, “We love [city name]!” with each city joyfully replying, “We love you!” The moment was a powerful display of unity, brotherhood, and the infectious positivity that defines the Boys’ State experience.
Panelists Share Thoughts on Immigration
By Dallas
John Gage with Americans for Prosperity and Darcy Tromanhauser and Cesar Garcia from Nebraska Appleseed discuss the pressing issue of immigration. The speakers painted the problems facing the United States and Nebraska and presented potential solutions. Staters had the opportunity to ask questions and raise other concerns.
Basketball Wraps Up Final Regular Season Games
By Troy
Basketball moved outside today for their third and final regular-season games. Gettysburg and Manila Bay finished undefeated and will play for the championship, while Alamo and Yorktown entered their games needing wins to challenge for a spot in the 3rd and 4th place games; both brought home the victory, with Alamo narrowly winning in a 10-7 victory. Bataan and Bunker Hill will play in the 5th and 6th place game. Belleau Wood and Valley Forge continued their struggle, but they will get a chance to play each other for their first win of the week. 
