It is an annual tradition and annual addition to Ironton's holiday season.

The Ironton High School Marching Band's annual Christmas ornament is on sale now. The

11th edition 2004 Christmas ornament "Memories of Ironton," depicts

St. Lawrence O'Toole Catholic Church.

The ornaments are limited editions

are sold for $10 each.

"We have good responses each year and I think that many of the good sales come from out-of-towners," said Bill Rath, director of the Ironton band. "The ornaments would make good Christmas gifts for anyone in Lawrence County or for anyone visiting the area as a souvenir."

Ornaments are still available from 1995 to the present. Previous ornaments available are the Park Avenue Tunnel; Lawrence County Museum; Lawrence County Courthouse; John Campbell Home; Sesquicentennial, Bridge; Tanks Memorial Stadium; Marting Hotel, Ironton Fire Station; and the Depot.

The ornament is gold with green imprint. They may be purchased at the IHS office, Ironton Vision Center, Weber's Florist, Beauty by Judy or from any band member.