The Marshall County Arts center is thanking the people who came out to listen to the Governor's School for the Arts presentation. The presentation shared information and educated the community about the program, a program which aims to "nurture the growth of young artists through performance, opportunity and outreach," according to its website."[T]he Kentucky Governor’s School for the Arts, empowers the next generation of Kentucky’s creative leaders," the program stated. "Established in 1987, this three-week summer residency program nurtures young artists from throughout the Commonwealth. Teaching them to embrace their talents, enabling them to gain confidence and realize their full potential as artist-citizens vitally important to society.""Stop by the Marshall County Arts Center Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., to pick up GSA resources and learn how to take the next step toward these incredible opportunities!" the center stated.
Recently, the Kentucky Commissioner of Education visited and toured a nearby area school on Friday, according to the Graves County School District. There he ate lunch, visited classrooms, snagged some school "swag" and guest starred on a student-produced, daily show.Robbie Fletcher, a previous Lawrence County Schools superintendent, is the commonwealth’s education commissioner. He was named the commissioner on March 21, 2024 by the Kentucky Board of Education; he began in the role on July 1, 2024 after he was approved by the Kentucky Senate, according to the Kentucky Department of Education. Close Michael-Crimmins Follow Michael-Crimmins Latest e-Edition The Tribune Courier The Tribune Courier Most Popular Articles Images Videos Commented ArticlesMarshall County School Board hears largely positive updates from each principal on overall scoringStronger Counties.
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Denver-based folk rock band The Regular will bring its Southwest tour to Alpine on Thursday, Nov. 12, for a live performance at the Granada Theatre, with Marfa musician Amanda Jean Bloom opening the show. The concert begins at 7 p.m. at the historic theater, located at 207 E. Holland Ave. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased online or at the door. The Regular will stop in Alpine while traveling between performances in El Paso, Texas, and Carlsbad, New Mexico, as part of the band’s Southwest tour. Bloom, a Marfa-based singer-songwriter, will open the evening with selections from her new demo, “Truth or Consequences.” The performance will give local audiences an opportunity to hear her latest material alongside a touring act from Colorado. The concert is a late addition to the Granada Theatre’s entertainment calendar, providing another opportunity for Big Bend residents and visitors to experience live music in downtown Alpine.
