by Eric | 1 Jun 2026 | 2026, Legislative, Executive, Judicial, Featured Stories, Uncategorized
The Cornhusker Boys’ State delegates began their government simulation experience last night with their local elections. Today, these students are learning the ropes from state and area leaders before they hold their first city and school board meetings to debate their local policies.
Thank you to the following presenters who shared their expertise with our delegates:
- Attorney Steve Gealey – State Court System and How It Works
- Brandon Metzler, Clerk of the Legislature – Unicameral Legislature and How It Works
- Attorney John Zimmer and Mayor Dave Bauer – City Government and How It Works
- Jack Russell, Nate Grasz, and Lillian Butler-Hale – Lobbying and Political Action Committees
- Marcia Herring, Nebraska Association of School Boards – School Boards: Roles and Responsibilities
- Dr. John Skretta, Superintendent of Lincoln Public Schools – “Strong Minds, Strong Men”
by Eric | 31 May 2026 | 2026, Featured Stories, Recent Posts, Uncategorized
The 2026 session of Cornhusker Boys’ State officially began this week, welcoming hundreds of Nebraska’s top high school juniors for an immersive leadership and civic engagement experience. Sponsored by The American Legion, the weeklong program provides participants with a hands-on opportunity to learn about government, public service, and responsible citizenship by creating a mock state government. Throughout the session, delegates will campaign for office, participate in legislative and judicial activities, engage distinguished guest speakers, and develop leadership skills that will serve them well in their communities and future careers. The camp has been held annually on the University of Nebraska campus in Lincoln since 1938.
Below are some photos of the students arriving on campus this afternoon.
by Landon | 6 Jun 2025 | Uncategorized
As the final days of Cornhusker Boys’ State come to a close, we have officially crowned town sports champions!
FOOTBALL CHAMPIONS: YORKTOWN!
VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONS: BELLEAU WOOD!
SOFTBALL CHAMPIONS: BUNKER HILL!
BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS: MANILA BAY!
Cornhusker Boys’ State overall town sports champion and outstanding athlete will be announced tomorrow at graduation.
by Landon | 6 Jun 2025 | Uncategorized
The Cornhusker Boys’ State track meet was truly one for the record book, if we officially kept records that is. We had an incredible amount of talent gathered today in a variety of disciplines, some competitors from this years NSAA track meet, some medalist, and even some state champions. What started as a drizzly afternoon turned into an incredible night for a track event. The results are as follows:
| Manila Bay |
75 |
| Bataan |
65.5 |
| Ala |
63 |
| BH |
53 |
| Y |
52 |
| G |
41 |
| VF |
40 |
| BW |
39.5 |
by Cale | 6 Jun 2025 | 2025, Primary Election, Executive, Uncategorized
By Payton
In the 15 minute filler space between Flag Raising and Cornhusker Boys State first morning session at Hawks Hall, Isaiah Jacobson introduces himself and his campaign as Lieutenant Governor with five minutes of “stand up comedy.” His punchlines can certainly draw in a crowd but is it enough to take him past the primary?
