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Nebraska town tries to keep school open

Three years ago, residents battled to keep Peru State College from moving north to Nebraska City or closing altogether. Now the tiny town is trying to
March 21, 2001

Three years ago, residents battled to keep Peru State College from moving north to Nebraska City or closing altogether. Now

the tiny town is trying to keep its only other school alive

. Peru's 55-student elementary school is part of the Auburn School District, where officials are struggling to balance the budget and are considering closing the building in Peru. A decision is expected early next month.

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