The Southeast Missourian Marching Band Association will sponsor its marching contest in Charleston on Saturday, Oct. 12. About 20 high school bands will compete.
The marching contest will begin at 9 a.m. through the Charleston downtown area.
The field show competition will start at 1:15 at the John Harris Marshall Athletic Complex. There is an admission charge.
An award presentation for the outstanding marching band in each category will be held at 3:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Bands from Missouri, Tennessee, Arkansas and Illinois will compete.
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