Dozens of S. Ariz. high school bands will compete here Saturday

Nearly 40 high school bands will converge at Ironwood Ridge High School Saturday for the annual March the Ridge competition.

Thirty-nine high school bands from all over Southern Arizona will compete.

The event runs from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the football stadium at the high school, 2475 W. Naranja Drive.

The event is open to the public. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for students and free for children 10 and younger.

There'll be plenty of food vendors, along with a bake sale.

For more information call Denise Stegall at 906-0851.