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A set of bass drums is lined up on turf. A group of students stands in the background

Talawanda marching band gears up for season full of performances

Talawanda's 70-student marching band is preparing for a season full of shows. This year, students and directors say the halftime and competition show is decidedly more theatrical than in years past.
Sean Scott Jul 30, 2024
Amy Bartel sits in her studio. Her work table is filled with papers behind her, and art hangs on the walls

How Oxford's art center became the hottest rental market for local artists

For 20 years, the Oxford Community Arts Center has rented space to local artists. These artists have found community and success in the air condition-free third floor of the old school building.
Sean Scott Jul 24, 2024
Three students stand in grass wearing mattress costumes

Talawanda Band to hold annual mattress sale fundraiser

The Talawanda Band is raising money through a mattress sale this year, with funds going toward student participation fees, new instruments and more.
Sean Scott Jul 18, 2024
Two men sit in a room lined with different colored and types of guitars.

Millville to bring bluegrass back with second annual music festival

Vernon Fest is bringing bluegrass to Millville for the second year in a row, led by musician and owner of the Famous Old Time Music Company Vernon McIntyre.
Taylor Stumbaugh Jul 16, 2024
A tropical-themed inflatable waterslide sits on Main Street in Oxford. Several kids wait in line

Oxford throws beach bash Uptown during Red Brick Friday event

High temperatures and humid weather weren't enough to deter Oxford families from transforming High Street and the Uptown parks into a beach paradise Friday night. The event was part of the city's Red Brick Friday programming.
Taylor Stumbaugh Jul 16, 2024

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