BHS hosts Oconee Classic Marching Band contest

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  • Wesleyan High School poses during its performance on the Baldwin High School football field.
    Wesleyan High School poses during its performance on the Baldwin High School football field.
  • First runner-up Carrolton High School proudly raises its trophy.
    First runner-up Carrolton High School proudly raises its trophy.
  • GMC Preparatory School performs during the contest.
    GMC Preparatory School performs during the contest.

    Baldwin High School hosted its annual Oconee Classic Marching Band contest Sept. 30 on the football field.

    This year marked the 12th anniversary of the competition and Director of Bands James McMillan’s seventh year organizing the event. With 2,500 student performers and 20 bands from across the state participating, McMillan stated this was the highest participation the contest has ever received.

    “T…