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The OCHS marching band will perform a show called “Fire and Ice,” which will require drum majors on both sides of the field because it has “a lot of moving parts,” said Charlie Brewer, a drum major. (Photo/Wade Cheek)

The OCHS marching band will perform a show called “Fire and Ice,” which will require drum majors on both sides of the field because it has “a lot of moving parts,” said Charlie Brewer, a drum major. (Photo/Wade Cheek)

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Marching Band: New routine to turn up the heat

Sarah Evans
Thursday, August 18, 2022
The Oglethorpe County High School marching band plans to amaze audiences with a halftime routine that is more extensive than previous shows.    The show’s theme is “Fire and Ice,” which will open with “Burn” by Ellie Goulding.
The cast of “Big Fish” rehearses for Arts!Oglethorpe’s second production since 2020. The organization also performed “Bright Star” last summer. (Photo/Jack Casey)

The cast of “Big Fish” rehearses for Arts!Oglethorpe’s second production since 2020. The organization also performed “Bright Star” last summer. (Photo/Jack Casey)

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Arts!Oglethorpe hits stage with ‘Big Fish’

Sarah Evans
Thursday, June 23, 2022
When planning to direct Arts!Oglethorpe’s production of “Big Fish,” Brian Jones thought that the musical’s fantastical exploration of a father-son relationship would resonate with audiences.
Owner Jason Booth works on a guitar for a customer. Booth says it takes around 30 hours to build a guitar from start to finish. (Photo/Colt Yeargin)

Owner Jason Booth works on a guitar for a customer. Booth says it takes around 30 hours to build a guitar from start to finish. (Photo/Colt Yeargin)

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From dead wood to Deadwood

Colt Yeargin
Thursday, May 12, 2022
Jason Booth didn't see why he couldn’t step foot into the world of guitar making.    He had a background in interior trim work, so in 2004, Booth decided to build his first guitar.    The rest is history.    “It was something I was interested in, and then it became a passion.