SAVING TO INVEST . . . Former newspaper carrier Marcello Balboa used his route money to buy parts to build computers. He is shown on July 26, 2021 at the Morris County 4-H Fair where he earned Grand Champion for his efforts.
Marcello Balboa

Marcello Balboa earns dual diplomas and high honors at the age of 16

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 5:46pm

At just 16 years old, Council Grove’s Marcello Balboa Jr. is proving that drive, discipline, and a curious mind can lead to extraordinary achievements. The son of Marcello and Kristina Balboa, Marcello graduated early from Manhattan Virtual Academy in January 2025 with a weighted GPA of 4.39. This spring, he ...

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