Bennett County Homecoming king nearly died day before ceremony

Bennett County High School’s new homecoming king nearly died Monday. Two days later, he was back home after emergency surgery.

September 9, 2026Updated: September 9, 2026

By Casey Wonnenberg

Bennett County Homecoming king nearly died day before ceremony

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