FCHS’s first band director Bill Martin (left) was back in fine form Friday, leading current students in the high school band room. Current FCHS Director of Bands Christopher Sampson and Mercer Crook, who retired as director of bands at East Hall High School in Gainesville, look on as Martin handles the baton. (Photo by Charlie Eavenson)
By Charlie Eavenson
Staff Writer
CARNESVILLE – There was a “blast from the past” Friday in the Franklin County High School band room.
Bill Martin who served as FCHS’s very first band director from …
