CHERAW - On Stage Theatre Group and the Cheraw Arts Commission presented "A Musical Tribute to Veterans." The show, with its talented cast, captured the audience's attention, which was held on Nov. 5 and Nov. 6 inside the Fellowship Hall at First United Methodist Church at 113 Third St. Show times began at 7:30 p.m and no tickets were required for admission due to the event being on a first-come first-serve basis.

In its fourth year now, On Stage Theatre Group in conjunction with the Cheraw Arts Commission, honored all veterans with a special tribute, which featured local performers and musicians. Director Pat Smith and Musical Director Anne Bryan created a program with inspirational dialogue in rememberence of the dedication of the thousands of veterans who have sacrificed their lives in service and combat. Community participants continue to share their talents for this performance. "At the door, a couple of the local veterans groups were also present," said Smith. She continued, "We feel that we had a good turnout at this year’s performance even though the location of this year's show was changed to the church. We are grateful to the church for participating with us. We can never do enough for all of the veterans who served our country."

Long Middle School Principal Dannie Blair will serve as this year's Mistress of Ceremonies. Men participants include Rev. Bill Oldland, First United Methodist Church Pastor Paul Wood, David Furman, Brian Brown, Ted Bradley, Richard Stafford and A.W. Moore. Women participants are Peggy Michaux, Anne Widejko, Lavonne Davis, Marion Anderson, Joyce McGirt-Hickey, Grace Thorton, Cheryl Fisher, Brenn Fisher, Gayle Davis, Barbara Dixon, Beth Myer, Odessa Jackson, Rosalie Williams, and Director Pat Smith. Michael Farmer and Collin Hatcher served as trumpeters in the show. For more information contact the Cheraw Community Center at 843-537-8420.