 The Marching Bears also continued the legacy held by the former Powell Valley Viking Band in holding the 31st Annual McChesney Band Festival in honor of Mrs. Virginia McChesney, who taught at both Appalachia and Powell Valley in her day.The Union High School Forensics team also experienced a successful first season.The original team consisted of 19 members under the direction of Christy Kelley, many of which advanced to the Regional competition.