The 399th Army Band, led by Drum Major 1st Sgt. Jennifer Champagne, marches past the reviewing stand during a change-of-command ceremony for 169th Engineer Battalion Aug. 9 on Gammon Field. The band’s presence represents the significant role the fife, drum and bugle have played throughout military history for signaling in camp or on the battlefield. This is the final review ceremony for the 399th Army Band which is slated to inactivate by Oct. 14 as part of the Army’s force restructure. Credit: FILE PHOTO

Fort Leonard Wood is slated to host the 399th Army Band inactivation ceremony and final concert from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24 at Nutter Field House.

The event is open to the public.

The band has performed frequently over the years in Texas County.

Isaiah Buse has served as the publisher of the Houston Herald since 2023. He started with the organization in 2019, and achieved a bachelor's degree in business administration in 2023. He serves on the...

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