Hugs and tears

Hugs and tears filled area high school gyms Saturday as Hartington- Newcastle and Wynot High School both held graduation ceremonies. At top left, HNS graduate Karli Bruning wipes tears from her eyes during the rose ceremony Saturday. Above, Olivia Grutsch hugs her mom, Tessa, during the rose ceremony. At far left, Lee and Joan Heimes hug their daughter, Annika, as Saturday's commencement ceremonies in Wynot drew to a close. At left, Erin Schroeder gives her son, Chase, a congratulatory hug.