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LINCOLN – The University of Nebraska-Lincoln conferred 3,566 degrees during commencement exercises May 3, 17 and 18 The 3,484 graduates are from 64 countries; 46 U.S. states and Puerto Rico; and about 230 Nebraska communities including Randolph.

LAVISTA – Mark Linville, president and CEO of First State Bank in Randolph, was selected as the chair-elect of the Nebraska Bankers Association during the association’s annual convention in La Vista. He will assume the position of NBA Chair in May 2025.

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RANDOLPH – Bryson Eledge brought his “A” game in the latter half of his senior-year season to drive his way to the state golf tournament.

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Commencement ceremonies were held Saturday for the Cedar Catholic High School Class of 2024. (top, left) Cedar Catholic Principal Dan Hoesing addresses the class as they await their diplomas. (above) Annika Kuehn gives a thumbs up as she makes her final preparations before the ceremony begins. (far left) Father Owen Korte hugs Harrison Kuehn after escorting him into the gym. (left) Tavious Pinkelman makes sure his mortar board is on just right.

Celebrating

Hugs and tears filled area high school gyms Saturday as Hartington- Newcastle and Wynot High School both held graduation ceremonies. At top left, HNS graduate Karli Bruning wipes tears from her eyes during the rose ceremony Saturday. Above, Olivia Grutsch hugs her mom, Tessa, during the rose ceremony. At far left, Lee and Joan Heimes hug their daughter, Annika, as Saturday's commencement ceremonies in Wynot drew to a close. At left, Erin Schroeder gives her son, Chase, a congratulatory hug.