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June 25, 2026
Honoring Father Flanagan and Mary Dowd: A Legacy of Faith, Hope, and Healing
Your support of the Mary Dowd Society ensures Dowd Chapel continues to be that visible sign of the holy life lived by Father Flanagan.
June 18, 2026
2026 Mid-Year Key Moments and Accomplishments
As we reach the halfway point of 2026, we’re proud to reflect on the milestones, impact, and stories of hope that have shaped our year so far.
Boys Town Contributor
June 17, 2026
Boys Town to Represent Nebraska at the Great American State Fair
Boys Town will represent Nebraska at the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., showcasing its history, mission, and research during the nation’s 250th birthday celebration.
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March 23, 2026
Father Flanagan and the Road to Sainthood
Father Flanagan believed 'there’s no such thing as a bad boy'—a legacy of compassion that continues to inspire as his cause for sainthood moves forward.
Boys Town Contributor
March 23, 2026
Boys Town Founder Father Flanagan Moves One Step Closer to Sainthood
Pope Leo XIV declares Boys Town founder Father Flanagan ‘Venerable,’ a key step toward sainthood, honoring his century-long legacy of caring for children and families
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March 18, 2026
Shaquil Barrett, Cowboy No. 57, Honored with Boys Town’s First-Ever Jersey Retirement
The inaugural Boys Town All-Star Youth Awards honored the hard work of youth, featuring alumni like NFL star Shaquil Barrett. Shaquil’s jersey was retired in a heartfelt tribute to his legacy.
Boys Town Contributor
January 23, 2026
New Technology Could Reduce Uncomfortable Fittings for Kids with Hearing Loss
New AI research at Boys Town aims to make hearing aid fittings faster and more comfortable for thousands of children, reducing the need for repeated ear molds.
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January 20, 2026
2025 Outland Trophy Winner Visits Boys Town Hall of History
Utah junior Spencer Fano toured Boys Town’s Hall of History and spoke to media ahead of formally accepting the Outland Trophy, becoming his school’s first winner.
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