ELC Band Shines in Colorful Season

First-place finish, six caption awards, and a superior state rating highlight a memorable year for the ELC Marching Band

Posted 10/29/26

Editors note: Information for this article provided by ELC band director Laura Giebler.

The Estherville Lincoln Central Marching Band celebrated a successful 2026 marching band season filled with …

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ELC Band Shines in Colorful Season

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ELC Band Shines in Colorful Season

First-place finish, six caption awards, and a superior state rating highlight a memorable year for the ELC Marching Band

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ELC Band Shines in Colorful Season

First-place finish, six caption awards, and a superior state rating highlight a memorable year for the ELC Marching Band

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Estherville VFW honored for national service

Armstrong residents hear about radon

Supervisors dedicate west Courthouse addition

Built for the boom