The American Legion's "Boy's State" program has a long history in Nebraska helping to educate Nebraska's youth in the workings of the Nebraska governmental system. The Lawrence American Legion Post 45 has taken part in the program for many years. This year, they cooperate with the Lawrence 'Sons of the American Legion to send two young men to Lincoln for the week long experience.

2022 may also mark a first for the community as a set of twins have been approved by the state to attend. They are the sons of Kris and Peggy Kotinek of Lawrence, Tyson Kotinek and Toby Kotinek, both members of the Ju...