Lawrence Boy's State nominee named

The Lawrence American Legion Post No. 45 has announced that Connor Janda of Lawrence will join nearly 230 other high school juniors June 4 through 10, for Boys State at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln on the downtown campus. 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.

Connor has been an active member of Lawrence-Nelson High School. He is an honor roll student with many activities under his belt to date. In sports, he plays in football, basketball and golf; extra-curricular activities at school involved: Future Farmers of America, Future Business Leaders of America, Fraternity of Christian Athletes, Student Council, drama productions and the quiz bowl.

Connor attends CCD classes in Lawrence and was a 4-H member.

Connor is the son of Phil and Michelle Janda of Lawrence.

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. Legionnaires in more than 12,500 Posts across the nation and regions overseas serve their communities with a devotion to mutual helpfulness.