by Eric | 1 Jun 2026 | 2026, Featured Slider, Top Stories
American Legion Cornhusker Boys’ State Elects 2026 Town Mayors
American Legion Cornhusker Boys’ State participants have elected their town mayors, marking an important milestone in the program’s hands-on approach to civic leadership and government.
Following spirited campaigns and elections, delegates selected student leaders to serve as mayors for their respective towns. The newly elected mayors will help guide town activities, lead meetings, and represent their communities throughout the week as citizens experience the responsibilities of public service and local government.
The following delegates were elected mayor by their Boys’ state town.
- Bunker Hill – Lailend Duncan, Papillion (Papillion-LaVista HS)
- Valley Forge – Nathan Latacha, Omaha (Elkhorn South HS)
- Yorktown – Enzo Manzitto, Omaha (Elkhorn South HS)
- Gettysburg – Max Mills, Elkhorn (Elkhorn South HS)
- Alamo – Kap Nedunoori, Omaha (Millard North HS)
- Manila Bay – Ben Heirigs, North Platte (St. Patrick HS)
- Bataan – Nicholas Krapfl, Omaha (Westview HS)
- Belleau Wood – Sonny Harley, Omaha (Central HS)
The mayoral elections provided delegates with a firsthand look at the democratic process, from campaigning and public speaking to voting and leadership. These experiences are a cornerstone of the Boys’ State program, which seeks to develop informed, engaged, and responsible future leaders.
Congratulations to all elected mayors and to every delegate who participated in the election process. Their enthusiasm and commitment to civic engagement continue the proud tradition of American Legion Cornhusker Boys’ State.
by Eric | 18 Jun 2025 | 2025, Top Stories
Each summer, two delegates from each Boys State program in America are selected to attend the prestigious American Legion Boys Nation program in Washington, D.C.. The following students will represent Nebraska as Boys Nation Senators:
Roosevelt Wilken – Millard South High School (Omaha)
Reece Santamaria – Papillion-LaVista South High School
If either of the above primary delegates can not attend Boys Nation, the first alternate is Edwin Naranjo of Boone Central High School (Albion).
If either of the two primary delegates AND the first alternate are unable to attend Boys Nation, the second alternate is Rodney Tuttle Jr. of Papillion-La Vista High School.
by Eric | 18 Jun 2025 | 2025, Top Stories, Sports
Many great athletes have attended Cornhusker Boys’ State. In addition to the team sports leagues, delegates compete in individual events during the week to determine the best all-around athlete. The award is named for the program’s longtime athletic director and volunteer, Coach Larry Frost. The 2025 Outstanding Athlete is Andel Riyangow of Lincoln High School in Lincoln, Nebraska. Runner-up is Benjamin Nelson of Boyd County High School, and third place is Jordan Farmer of Westview High School (Omaha).
by Eric | 18 Jun 2025 | 2025, Top Stories
Congratulations to Valley Forge for winning the 2025 Outstanding Town trophy at Cornhusker Boys State!
by Tony | 9 Jun 2025 | 2025, Legislative, Top Stories
The 2025 Legislature concluded with a session in the Warner Legislative Chamber at the State Capitol.
Representatives from each town spent the first hour wrapping up debate on priority bills. The week’s business finished with brief debate and voting on bills that made it to final reading. Eight bills addressing topics such as rural internet access, public schools, and veterans healthcare were passed and sent to the Governor for signature. Overall, it was a productive and successful session for the 2025 Cornhusker Boys’ State Legislature.
