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📞 Contact our Transportation Office at 276-988-5511 ext. 1508 Monday–Friday from 8-4 for more information and to apply.
Rianna Dawn Addison, daughter of Rich and Denise Addison, was named the Richlands High School Class of 2026 Valedictorian. As valedictorian, Rianna is the recipient of this year’s Stowers Scholarship, awarded annually to the valedictorian of each Tazewell County high school. Rianna currently serves as treasurer of the Class of 2026 and has demonstrated exceptional leadership through her involvement in numerous school organizations. She serves as president of Beta Club and History Club, vice president of Astronomy Club, treasurer of National Honor Society, and student leader of Teens for Christ. She is also an active member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Library Club, Cadre, Key Club, Model General Assembly, FBLA, and HI-Y. Additionally, Rianna was a member of the marching band for six years and served as colorguard captain. This fall, she will attend East Tennessee State University to major in Rehabilitative Health Sciences, with plans to become a speech-language pathologist.
Bailey Neveah Ann Sparks, daughter of Kevin and Violet Sparks, was recognized as the Richlands High School Class of 2026 Salutatorian. Throughout her high school career, Bailey has held several leadership positions, including senior class secretary, History Club vice president, FBLA parliamentarian, and co-captain of the Scholastic Bowl Team. She has also been actively involved in Cadre, Teens for Christ, Library Club, Key Club, Astronomy Club, Upward Bound, Beta Club, and National Honor Society. Bailey plans to attend East Tennessee State University this fall to study Rehabilitative Health Sciences and pursue a career as a speech-language pathologist.
Congratulations to Rianna and Bailey on their remarkable accomplishments and best wishes as they continue their educational journeys.
At this month’s school board meeting, Tazewell High School seniors Ethan Channing Quesenberry (left) and Matthew Skyler Dove (right) were recognized for their exceptional academic achievements.
Ethan Channing Quesenberry, son of Danielle and Brandon Quesenberry, was named the Tazewell High School Class of 2026 Valedictorian. Ethan will attend Virginia Tech, where he plans to study aerospace engineering. His goal is to earn a Ph.D. in propulsion systems and pursue a career in the aerospace industry.
Matthew Skyler Dove, son of Teresa and William Dove, was recognized as the Class of 2026 Salutatorian. Matthew will attend Liberty University, where he plans to study history. He hopes to continue his education through doctoral studies and ultimately become a history professor.
Congratulations to Ethan and Matthew on their outstanding accomplishments and best wishes as they begin the next chapter of their academic journeys.
Elise Jacobs (left), daughter of Mike and Laura Jacobs, was named the Graham High School Class of 2026 Valedictorian. Elise will continue her education this fall at Virginia Tech.
Madeline Young (right), daughter of Eric and Joanne Young, was recognized as the Class of 2026 Salutatorian. Madeline, known as “Maddee” to family and friends, will attend Emory & Henry University this fall.
Congratulations to Elise and Maddee on their remarkable accomplishments and best wishes as they begin the next chapter of their educational journeys.
The Graham Middle School Track Team was recognized at this month's school board meeting for an outstanding season. The team earned a 2nd place finish at the Concord University Middle School Invitational and captured both the boys' and girls' county track championships.
Throughout the season, the team demonstrated exceptional performance and consistency, placing first in four of the five track meets they competed in. Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence resulted in one of the most successful seasons in recent school history.
Congratulations to the student-athletes and coaches on their achievements and for representing Graham Middle School with pride!
Tonight, the Tazewell County School Board voted to officially name the Tazewell High School softball field in honor of Bulldog softball founders Mr. Larry Poskas and Ms. Deidra Hill. The field will now proudly be known as the Hill-Poskas Softball Field! 🥎
Ms. Hill and Mr. Poskas also had the opportunity to hear heartfelt comments from former players they coached throughout the years, sharing memories and gratitude for the impact they made both on and off the field. Their dedication helped build a tradition that continues to shape Bulldog softball today. 💚
Bus 30 will cover all of Lake Park.
Bus 65 will cover Laramie Road.
Bus 1 will do Southern Branch Rd, Red Root Ridge, and Jack's Creek Road.
📢 Evening Bus Route Changes – May 20, 2026
Tazewell Area:
Bus 20 will not run.
Bus 33 will cover from Rasnick Rd to Dailey Chapel.
Bus 34 will cover from Dollar General Store to Rasnick Rd, including the Alex Ave Loop.
Bus 48 will cover Mundytown.
Richlands Area:
Bus 75 will not run.
Bus 32 will cover Farmers Street and Christmas Tree Hill.
Bus 74 will cover behind the Valero in the Brickyard.
Bus 64 will not run.
Bus 1 will cover Red Root Ridge, Jacks Creek, and Sutherland Branch.
Bus 30 will cover Lake Park.
Bus 65 will cover Laramie Road.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Bus 32 will drop off students on Farmers Street and Christmas Tree Hill.
Bus 74 will drop off behind the Valero in the Brickyard.
Bus 32 Will do Farmers Street and Christmas Tree Hill.
Bus 74 will go behind the Valero in the Brickyard.
