Student selected for Boys State participation

RANDOLPH – A local student has been selected to participate in the American Legion CornhuskerBoys’ State program. Stewart Umberger will join nearly 350 other high school juniors from across Nebraska to participate in the program June 1-75 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The annual citizenship program, sponsored by the Nebraska American Legion, is designed to provide youths with a better understanding of how city, county and state governments operate.

His participation is sponsored by Randolph American Legion, Randolph VFW, Randolph Public Schools, Belden American Legion and Belden American Legion Auxiliary.

American Legion Cornhusker Boys' State is set up as a '51st state' and each boy learns how government subdivisions operate by actually doing the job.

Participants will campaign for offices, hold elections, compete in athletics, and be involved in other varied activities as part of the citizenship training program.

Special lectures and addresses will be delivered by experienced public officials and professional leaders throughout Nebraska. Invitations have been sent to the Governor and Secretary of State offices for special appearances at this year's program. National acclaimed motivational speakers are also scheduled to address the entire group.

The American Legion is dedicated to the motto of 'Veterans Strengthening America.'

Chartered by Congress in 1919, The American Legion is committed to mentoring youth and sponsoring wholesome community programs, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to service members and veterans. Legionnaires in more than 12,500 posts across the nation and regions overseas serve their communities.