OSAA State Band Championships, May 11

North Bend’s band, under the direction of Amber Yester, placed first at the OSAA State Band Championships at Oregon State University, Corvallis Wednesday. The Bulldogs amassed 317-points to second place St. Helens with 308, Gladstone with 302, Henley 288, and Scappoose 272. The State Band Championships continue Thursday with orchestra competition.