Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Feb. 6—For Avery Kerley, Amboy Junior High School's chorus, band and pep band director, the best place to be is in the stands.

We salute this weekend’s state basketball tournaments with a tip of our Editorial caps to those who supply the game’s distinctive soundtrack. If you hear the unmistakable sound of a pep band, you know ...