St. Edward Public schools held its commencement exercises last weekend, Saturday, May 2, with 11 students crossing the stage for their diplomas.

On Sunday, April 19, 2026, the Boone Central FFA Chapter held its annual end-of-year banquet. This banquet was filled with recognition of students, FFA alumni, parents, and community members who helped out our organization this school year.

Name: Denny Johnson Age: 55 Family: wife, Melinda; three married daughters, seven grandchildren Occupation: Boone County Sheriff Social, Church or Civic Service: I have been a member of the Albion United Methodist Church for over forty years where I have served as a Trustee for many years. I have served on the Albion Board of Adjustment, and I am currently an active member of the Northeast Nebraska Juvenile Detention Board and a member of the Nebraska Sheriff’s Association. I have volunteered for Cops and Bobbers, Youth Mentor Hunts, school events, and several fundraising events throughout Boone County, along with coaching and officiating youth and adult sports. I created the Boone County Mobile Food Pantry for those in need. I fully support our local volunteer Fire and Rescue Departments and work with the City of Albion Police Department on a daily basis.

The 2026 Boone Central Cardinal Prom was held on Saturday with a theme of “Night in Rio.” The students were dressed to impress for the Grand March, and crowed this year’s Cardinal King and Queen were: Cody Andreasen, son of Brian and Cheryl Andreasen; and Sierra Baker, daughter of Dave and Sharon Baker.