Local band performs to help raise money for kids pursuing college

On Saturday, Sept. 9, Nothing Nu performed a benefit concert for the REACH college scholarship at the American Legion. Oglethorpe County School System raises $10,000 each year for five academically promising eighth graders demonstrating a financial need, which is matched by $40,000 from REACH Georgia. After four years of mentorship through high school, the students receive the $10,000 scholarship when they enroll in college. The concert- which also included food and a silent auction- raised $2,791, enough for almost one and a half full scholarships. Oglethorpe County Schools will continue to raise money for REACH throughout the year, and donations can be made directly at donate.reachga....
Story by: Cassidy Hettesheimer
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