At least half of the bleachers at the new Hartselle High School were filled by parents, students and community members for the Hartselle High School dedication. | Brent Maze

A crowd of nearly 1,000 people attended the ribbon cutting and open house for the new Hartselle high School on Sunday.

The Hartselle Area Chamber of Commerce kicked off the event with a ribbon cutting followed by a short ceremony in the new gymnasium. Refreshments were also served in the high school cafeteria.

Attendees also had the opportunity to take tours of the massive 250,000 square feet facility led by Hartselle High School ambassadors.

For more on the opening, see Wednesday’s Enquirer.