The Marching Royal Dukes of James Madison Universiry were invited to march in the inaugural parade for new Virginia Governor Ralph Northam on Saturday, Jan. 13, in Richmond.

The following students from this area participated:

Megan Moring of Blue Ridge, Flute/Pic section

Jared Martin of Buchanan, Flute/Pic section

Chris Thrasher of Buchanan, Tuba section

Emily Girard of Daleville, Trumpet section

Samantha Graham of Daleville, Saxophone – Tenor section

Abby Crawford, Color Guard section

Megan Cromer of Roanoke, Clarinet section

Jordon Baker of Roanoke, Trombone section

Chase Ketron of Troutville, Flute/Pic section

Miranda Watts of Troutville, Color Guard section

Clark Moeller of Troutville, Trombone section

Emma Coman of Troutville, Clarinet section