Top Story To support growth of Scarlet Hurricane Band, fundraiser is underway SPorter Jul 29, 2023 Jul 29, 2023 0 1 of 10 Director Andy Holmes leads the band in fundamentals work. Photo courtesy of Kari Greer The Marion color guard has more than doubled in size this year. Photo courtesy of Kari Greer MSHS junior Landon McFarlane serves as drum major. Garrett Vernon is on bass drum. Photo courtesy of Kari Greer The front ensemble undertakes some indoor practice during band camp. Photo courtesy of Kari Greer The percussion line gets in practice time. Photo courtesy of Kari Greer The wind and brass section work to perfect their performance. Photos courtesy of Kari Greer The baritones make music. Photo courtesy of Kari Greer The brass line awaits their turn. Photo courtesy of Kari Greer Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save SPorter The director describes the potential of the Scarlet Hurricane Band as staggering. 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Smyth supervisors, school board learn about facilities study, 1% sales tax referendum School Board member Ben Adams was the first person to call out the discrepancy.
Saltville Town Council appoints Carneal to fill open seat The Saltville Town Council was divided over who they should appoint to fill the seat left open by Councilman R.B. Henderson’s August death.
Glade Spring woman arrested on Smyth felony warrant Last week, the Glade Spring Police Department arrested Betty E. Campbell after executing a search warrant. In addition to new charges, she was…
Saltville museum to celebrate opening of American Revolution exhibit this Sunday How did Southwest Virginia help shape the American Revolution?
By the numbers: Smyth financial advisor looks at school needs, 1% sales tax referendum Smyth County’s financial advisor focused on the numbers.
