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By Theresa David

The Adams Friendship High School 2021 National Honor Society Induction Ceremony was held on Wednesday, May 26th at the AFHS Fine Arts Center.  

In preparation for new census data, seven members were selected to the Ad Hoc Redistricting Committee at the May 18 County Board of Supervisors meeting.

The TEMA (Technology Education and Manufacturing Academy) Class of 2021 Seniors participated in a Capstone event at the AFHS Fine Arts Center on Wednesday May 19th.    

After eleven years of dedicated service to the Adams County Sheriff’s Department, K9 Mieka submitted her letter of retirement to Sheriff Brent R. York on May 13, 2021. She has proudly walked beside her partner and best friend K9 Deputy Craig Orlowski as they served the Adams County area.  

The City of Adams City Council combined and refinanced its water system bonds and sewer system bonds at its May 17 meeting, saving the city approximately $1.9 million over the 20-year life of the bonds.

The Adams Friendship High School Senior Prom was held on Saturday May 8th at the Adams-Friendship High School.  Senior and Junior class members were invited to attend the event

The spring college admissions window is often a time of nail-biting anxiety for high school seniors, but the wait just got a little easier for the senior class at Adams-Friendship high school. On Friday, Mid-State Technical College President Dr.

Valedictorian is the academic title conferred upon the highest ranked student among those graduating from an educational institution, which is typically based on the highest grade point average. Salutatorian is the academic title conferred upon the second highest ranked student in the class.  

A hugely successful Duck Derby and Spring Kick Off Party was held on Saturday May 1st at Friendship Park and Lake in Friendship.  The weather was beautiful, and fun was had by everyone who attended this celebration of spring in Adams County.  Attendees were able to watch duck races, participate in raffles, and have plenty to eat and drink.