Bland High School - Echo Yearbook (Bland, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 144 of the 1982 volume:

a —- a ——: co VALET We i} “The Rose of Friendship” Volume 37 Bland High School Bland, Virginia 24315 The rose has often been compared to love and life. Its beauty is in the eyes of the beholder — so is life. The rose must have roots and nourishment in order to survive, grow, and bloom. Its flower begins as a tiny bud and grows into the lovely, colorful, and fragrant blossom admired by most people. Thus life begins as the rose — rootbound, nourished into growth. Life too, begins as a tiny bud and grows into independent and unique persons. No two roses and no two persons are exactly alike, but each is looked upon and admired for its individuality. FRIENDSHIP. Mark and Danny Newberry Table of Contents Organizations . Athletics ..... Student Life. . . Students ..... Administration Advertisements Ae ss The best of gifts aren’t always hid In gold or wrappings gay, But in the heart of some dear friend Who loves from day to day. For gifts are just an outward sign Of love that dwells within, To cheer and bless and strengthen ties Of love for her or him. It might be helpful gifts of food, A cheery word or smile, But all that’s done with loving hearts Is treasured and worthwhile. The gift may cost as much or less As a giver wants to spend, But priceless gifts are loving hearts Of kind and thoughtful friends. ORGANIZATIONS Karen Hounshell and Laura Gordon selling at the concession stand. “Do I hear a penny?” Mr. Roger Thompson auc- tions new Beta slave, Linda Atwell. FRONT ROW: Edwina Stowers, Lora Groseclose, Geneva Clark, Lucy Gray, Kim Kidd, Glenda Con- ley. 2ND ROW: Norman Dillow, Sheri Tolbert, Wendi Price, Pam Melvin, Lonnie Thomas, Mike Umbarger. 3RD ROW: Jo Neel, Karen Hounshell, Mark Woolwine, Dave Thomas, Mike Barker, Jim- my Harper. 4TH ROW: Todd Taylor, Laura Gor- don, Johnny Sarver, Tony Lambert, Juanita Harris, Becky Conley, Mr. Janet Faulkner, sponsor. BACK ROW: Bobby Gordon, Valerie Lambert, Mark Newberry, Linda Atwell, Jeff Cassell, Donna Shel- ie — - . é sf 5 . OFFICERS: Jeff Cassell, president; Edwina Stowers, vice-president; Karen When J. D. Cassell speaks, everyone listens. Hounshell, secretary; Sheri Tolbert, treasurer. Jeff Cassell 4—Sr. Beta Striving to Make the Best Better Striving to make the best better, setting goals and reaching them, scholars and examples for all stu- dents, the leaders of the school — this may all de- scribe the Beta clubs of BHS. The Jr. Beta Club is designed to prepare members for future activities in Sr. Beta. Jr. Betas excel in many activities such as nominating a Snow Queen, selling various items and electing officers. Being a Sr. Beta is more of a responsibility and privilege than it is a prestige. High standards are set by the Beta sponsor and these must be met for one to stay a member. But even the “elite” of the school can have fun and this they did. The State Beta Con- vention in March was the setting of all this excite- ment. Each individual raised his her own money for the trip. The bus full of excited Betas left BHS on Friday, March 19, and returned full of worn out, sleepy Betas on Sunday, March 20. OFFICERS: Melanie Cassell, president; Mary Anne Cochran, vice-president; Joyce Alexander, secretary; Sue Smith, treasur- er. , ! Se Junior Beta has party. Melanie Cassell, Kaye Cox, Sue Smith, Winifred Foglesong. FRONT ROW: Tammy Carroll, Tammy Cline, Donna Dalton, Kitten Richardson, Lisa Waddle, Sue Smith, Rita Lambert. 2ND ROW: Karen Asbury, Linda Ellison, Kaye Cox, Mary Anne Cochran, Anita Stowers, Delissa Miller. 3RD ROW: Me- lanie Cassell, Donna Lambert, Patty Smith, Lori Neal, Marcie Newberry, Deb- bie Warden, JoAnne Matz, Teresa Rich- ardson. 4TH ROW: Eric Ellison, Gretch- en Carlson, Winifred Foglesong, Terry Umbarger, Shawna Carr, Becky Um- barger, Regina Groseclose. BACK ROW: Bruce Shelton, David Braithwaite, Mitch Muncy, Steve Cox, Helen Hamblin, Sonja Asbury, Mrs. Nancy Gamble, sponsor, Joyce Alexander. “First” for Five Years “Deadline is today, get your articles in.” Such comments came from the Business Room as sponsors, Mrs. Ja- net Faulkner and Mrs. Jessie Kegley, tried to get the paper out on schedule. Staff members wrote articles, planned pages, and typed a final copy. The paper was duplicated and distrib- uted. The paper covered school events and provided articles of student inter- est. Yearly The Hilltop News is entered in VHSL Publications Competition, a competition between all high schools in Virginia. It has placed first for the past five years. The paper is commend- ed for upholding the rating even though the school is small. The Future Business Leaders of America was organized in October of 1979. Each year since its organization, it has participated in enough activities to earn an honor chapter. The Bland Chapter of FBLA must promote business knowledge and skills, school and community service, and financial and social activities to provide a well balanced program. Members attended regional meeting, competitive events, raised money for the March of Dimes, and held a Christ- mas party for handicapped children. As a money-making project, the chap- ter sponsored a dance, at which time the Snow Queen and King were crowned. i Editor Ji Clark. FRONT ROW: Dreama Underwood, Regina Groseclose, Juanita Harris, Kim Kidd, Vickie Kincaid, Bridgette Wright. 2ND ROW: Debbie Warden, JoAnne Matz, Sonja Asbury, Wendi Price, Teresa Richardson, Donna Strock, Pam Melvin, Sheila Carroll. BACK ROW: Joyce Alexander, Tim Neal, Tammy Carroll. Bob Gordon, Bryan Underwood, Bruce Shelton. PAGE EDITORS: SEATED: Rhonda Etter, Sheri Tolbert. STANDING: Jo Neel, Todd Taylor, Geneva Clark. SPONSORS: Mrs. Janet Faulkner and Mrs. Jessie Kegley. 6—Newspaper Lora Groseclose distributed money cans to contestants Tim Bulletin board prepared by Anita Stowers and Sue Smith. Neal, Dave Thomas, Denise Umbarger, and Laura Gordon. ’) “4 f. es : a a a = Ae ay ae li ne : y FRONT ROW: Lora Groseclose, Rhonda Etter, Sheri Tolbert, Karen Hounshell, Pam Melvin, Lucy Gray, Joey Bane. 2ND ROW: Regina Groseclose, Becky Umbarger, Donna Lambert, Lisa Sarver, Debbie Warden, Arthur Bartleson, Jimmy Harper. 3RD ROW: Sandy Bane, Linda Ellison, Tammy Cline. 4TH ROW: Anita Stowers, Rita Lambert, Kim Kidd, Mary Anne Cochran, Dreama Underwood, Jo Neel, Donna Strock, Teresa Richardson, Cindy Wright. BACK ROW: Donna Dalton, Laura Gordon, Sue Smith, Edwina Stowers, Kaye Cox, Vickie Kincaid, Juanita Harris. vi: Ny 4 OFFICERS. FRONT ROW: Lora Groseclose, FBLAers sing during the Christmas party for the handicapped. president; Sheri Tolbert, vice-president; Karen Hounshell, secretary; Lucy Gray, treasurer; BACK ROW: Rhonda Etter, reporter; Pam Melvin, histori- an; Joey Bane, parliamentarian. Politics and Secrecy Invade Halls “Vote for. . .” Politics invaded Bland High School as signs decorated the halls. Posters urging students to vote for this one or that one hung from the lights and plastered the walls. Candidates promised new and bet- ter things and pledged their best. By popular vote stu- dents elected those who serve as the student govern- ment, the Student Council Association. Each year the SCA sponsors mock elections and plans the annual Christmas program. This year the program consisted of selections by the band and cho- rus, skits and chorus line by the dramatics class, piano selections by Mrs. Louise Bird, and a skit by the cheer- leaders. Secrecy was the order of the day for the yearbook staff. Plans for an outstanding cover and related theme caused much thought and speculation among the year- book staffers. They learned new terms while preparing pictures and pages for meeting deadlines, soliciting ads, and selling yearbooks. The highlight of the year was a trip to Delmar Print- ing Plant in Charlotte, N.C. Here they saw the entire printing process for the yearbook. They visited a shop- ping mall and were treated to pizza on the return trip. FRONT ROW: Tammy Cline, Rita Lambert, Edwina Stowers, Laura Gordon. 2ND ROW: Karen Houn- shell, Glenda Conley, Mike Umbarger, Bob Gordon. 3RD ROW: Arnie Wimmer, Sherri Wimmer, Terri Price, Patty Smith. BACK ROW: Miss Mary Greever, Linda Ellison, Becky Lambert, Delissa Miller, Larry Newberry. (Not pictured — Rhonda Etter) LEFT: Mrs. Louise Bird perched high on the stool while rendering piano selections. RIGHT: OFFICERS — bottom: Laura Gordon, president; Bob Gor- don, vice-p resident; Edwina Stowers, secretary; Rita Lambert, treasurer; Patty Smith, reporter; Delissa Miller and Arnie Wimmer, sergeants-at-arms; Miss Mary Gre- ever, sponsor. TOP. ADS AND PROOFREADERS: Mike Umbarger, Jeff CO-EDITORS: Geneva Clark and Edwina Stowers. Cassell, Bob Gordon. BOTTOM. SPORTS: Laura Gordon, Jimmy Harper, Norman Dillow A 25 TS — i PAGE EDITORS: Mrs. Betsy Neatiniy advisor; Lucy Gray, Larry PHOTOGRAPH Y ART AND LAYOUT: John- Newberry, Rhonda Etter, Linda Atwell (Not pictured Tammy Smelser) ny Sarver and Jo Neel COPY EDITORS: Sheri Tolbert and Pam Melvin BUSINESS MANAGERS: Karen Hounshell, Dawn Newberry, Lora Groseclose A pipe-dream became reality for French club members after spaghetti suppers, candy sales, and numerous other fund raisers brought in the needed cash. In April, 1981, members boarded a chartered bus for a week’s trip to Canada. On returning a much heard comment was, “They don’t speak French like we do.” The French Club tried new things. Shawna Carr, Joyce Alexander and Sue Smith were involved in the 1981-82 International Foreign Language Awards Competition, sponsored by the U.S. Achievement Academy. The IFLA is based on academic achievement, reading, writing and speaking ability of the language. Shawna Carr and Chuck Turner, sponsored by the French Club, were the first runners-up in the 1981 Snow Court. The major event for the Future Homemakers of America was the Daughter- Parent banquet at the Western Steer Steak House. Awards were presented for degrees of achievement. As a money-making project the FHA sponsored the Miss Bland County Pag- eant. They also sponsored a self-defense class for girls, a Christmas party for needy children, and went on several educational field trips. “Welcome to Quebec” Canadian Trip Became Reality AW . � ‘ F i ars, Touring Old Quebec. FRONT ROW: Bry- FRONT ROW: Shawna Carr, Melba Clemons, Rita Lambert, Anita Stowers, an Underwood, Todd Taylor, Teresa Winifred Foglesong. 2ND ROW: Melanie Cassell, Joanne Matz, Sue Smith, Green. 2ND ROW: Barry Underwood, Kaye Cox, Gretchen Carlson. BACK ROW: Chuck Turner, Joyce Alexander, Johnny Sarver, Mrs. Cheryl Umberger, Mary Anne Cochran, Donna Dalton. Mr. Terry Mullens. BACK ROW: Lonnie Thomas, Harry Millirons, Jo Neel. Enjoying free time in Quebec. FRONT OFFICERS: Melanie Cassell, treasurer; Shawna Carr, secretary; Sue Smith, ROW: Wendi Price, Todd Taylor, Mary _ vice-president; Anita Stowers, president; Ms. Diane Rowe, sponsor. Lynn Pruett. 2ND ROW: Linda Atwell, Lonnie Thomas, Randy Strock. BACK ROW: Donna Strock, Bryan Underwood, Barry Underwood. 4 om . Karate experts, father and daughter: Mary Anne Cochran Sylvia Ramsey, Ist vice-president; Kim Kidd, 2nd vice- and Mr. Mickey Cochran. president; Stina Roseberry, secretary; Glenda Conley, treasurer. BACK ROW: Donna Lambert, recreation lead- er; Rita Lambert and Becky Conley, historians; Connie Millirons, reporter; Mrs. Betty Munsey, sponsor. FRONT ROW: Teresa Richardson, Tracy Wolfe, Teresa Miller, Barbara Ramsey, Kitten Richardson, Kim Kidd, Kim Boardwine, Angela Strock. 2ND ROW: Mary Anne Cochran, Rita Lambert, Carla Morehead, Lechia Hager, Becky Conley, Teresa Morehead, Sylvia Ramsey, Connie Millirons. 3RD ROW: Lori Neal, Patty Smith, Donna Dalton, Dawn Morehead, Glenda Conley, Becky Lambert, Donna Shelton, Kathy Melvin. 4TH ROW: Valerie Lambert, Renee Thomp- son, Stina Roseberry, Winifred Foglesong, Charlotte Harris, Sherry Conley, Debbie Umbarger, Helen Hamblin. 5TH ROW: Cindy Wright, Becky Hanshew, Donna Lambert, Melanie Cassell, Debbie Simmons, Karen Wright, Sonja Asbury, Joyce Alexander. BACK ROW: Annette King, Tonia Burcham, Tammy Wolfe, Melanie Morehead, Julie Clemons, Lisa King, Sharon Simmons, Bridgette Wright, Vickie Kincaid, Donna Strock. Santa visits FHA party. Officers installed at banquet: Andrea Cassell, Lechia Hager, Rita Lambert, Sylvia Ramsey, Carla Morehead. FHA—II1 OFFICERS — FRONT ROW: Mark Newberry president; Joey Bane, vice-president; Terry Um- barger, 2nd vice-president; Tony Lambert, sec- retary; BACK ROW: Larry Newberry, treasur- er; Kaye Cox, reporter; Steve Cox, sentinel; Mr. William Crabtree, advisor. SECOND THROUGH FOURTH YEAR STUDENTS — FRONT ROW: Artie Wolfe, Brian Mustard, Cliff Pauley, Matt Harmon, Jeff Shelton, Lonnie Clemons, Mike Perkins, Terry Umbarger. SECOND ROW: Tony Lambert, Arthur Bartle- son, Steve Cox, Larry Newberry, Eric Ellison, Mike Smelser, Tim Neal, Kaye Cox, Paula Mustard, Sandy Bane, Cathy Morehead, Anna Tate. THIRD ROW: Joey Crockett, Mike Umbarger, Thomas Stowers, Sammy Groseclose, Cecil Compton, Gary Nelson, Harvey Pruett, Dreama Cox, Delisa Miller, Arnie Wim- mer, Mitch Muncy. FOURTH ROW: John Farlow, Rex Winesett, Bobby Fulford, Tracy Hylton, Geoff Fanning, Doug Farlow, Marty McPeak. FIFTH ROW: Wesley Wright, Billy Tolbert, Joey Bane, Mark Newberry, Joey Newberry, Ricky Pruitt, C.W. Havens, John Dillow, Packy Morehead. SIXTH ROW: Danny Newberry, Laymond Barger, Mark King, Tonnie Carver, Eddie Baxley, Jeff Vineyard. FIRST YEAR STUDENTS — FRONT ROW: Bil- ly Ramsey, Martin Wright, Bob Martin, Greg Da- vis, Ben Dillow, Denise Umbarger, Kenny Brooks, Mike Shelton. SECOND ROW: Jimmy Harden, Chris Tickle, Robbie Wynn, Becky Lambert, Paula Austin, Gene Lambert, Stephen Foglesong, T.d. Roseberry. THIRD ROW: Norman Cox, Shawn Neel, Wendell Parker, Timmy Davis, Jeff Cox, Rog- er Etter, Ronnie Clemons. FOURTH ROW: Johnny Umbarger, Joe Dewilde, Todd Parker, David Blan- kenship, Richard Turner, Sammy King. Terry Umbarger and Richard Turner unload cit- rus delivery. 12—FFA DUAN TRAM oe.” FLORIDA CTRUS Candy and Citrus Boost Treasuries Candy and tupperware gave setting experience to club members and added greatly needed funds to the library club treasury. Book fairs and movies were also used as fund raisers while contributing to the pleasure and educa- tion of students. Assisting Mrs. Betsy Newberry, the members helped to maintain an efficient library for facul- ty and students. The Ninety-eight member Bland Chapter Future Farm- ers were led through citrus sales and fairground work by Mr. William Crabtree. In his fourth year at Bland, Mr. Crabtree and his future farmers participated in several judging contests, state convention, and various money making projects. Parents and members alike enjoyed the annual banquet and awards presentation which capped the years activities. “ : FRONT ROW: Johnny Sarver, Rhonda Etter, Lucy Gray, Bob Gordon, Sherri Wimmer, Jeri Mustard, Mary Anne Cochran, Connie Millirons. 2ND ROW: Dawn Newberry, Linda Atwell, Wanda Bevil, Joyce Harper, Joanne Matz, Teresa Richardson, Debbie Warden, Kaye Cox, Antia Stowers, Rita Lambert. BACK ROW: Bryan Underwood, Lisa Sarver, Todd Taylor, Tammy Cline, Pam Melvin, Tracy Kegley, Sandy Bane, Kim Kidd, Linda Ellison, Lynn Tate, Tommy Clark, Barry Underwood. . .— — : 4 ; wie ll,| 5 . Nae _———— | rT p a aa vi OFFICERS — SEATED: Lucy Gray, Vice-president: Rhonda Etter, President; Todd Taylor, Secretary; STANDING: Kaye Cox, Treasurer; Mrs. Betsy Newberry, Sponsor; Rita Lambert, Reporter. Library Club members received candy to sell. Mrs. Betsy New- berry tallied as Rhonda Etter, Linda Atwell, and Joanne Matz picked up boxes of candy. Library—13 14—VICA Career Growth and Citizenship The Vocational Industrial Clubs of America is a national organization. There are 13,000 clubs which involve over 300,000 students and teachers. It is a member of American and Virginia Vocational Asso- ciations (AVA, VVA) and National and Virginia As- sociations of Trade and Industrial Education (NATIE, VATIE). VICA promotes career growth, citizenship, and in- dependence. It provides leadership development, dig- nity of work, and realistic vocational goals. VICA prepares members for leadership in the world of work. OFFICERS: Debbie Atwell, president; Sh Dillow, treasurer; Todd Taylor, reporter; Dawn Newberry, parliamentarian. Each spring, VICA holds a regional competition. Members compete in the U.S. Skills Olympics in their vocational area. There were 20 beginning band members. They had five concerts. The second year band members pre- pared to join the high school band next year. Atten- dance was up for all of the bands. Safety patrols are chosen for their dependability and academic achievement. Their duties include as- sisting students in loading and unloading buses and crossing streets. FRONT ROW: Debbie Atwell, Sharon Conley, Terri Price, Dawn Newberry, Tommy Clark, Charlie Bane, Thomas Keith Dillow, Todd Taylor. BACK ROW: Eric Wright, Paul Dillow, Mark Compton, Todd Hoge, Troy Wright, Mike Barker, Marq Newberry, Chris Wright, Bobby King. He. Ih | | ‘eSB | ‘ SAFETY PATROL. FRONT ROW: Carrie Shelton, Idette King, Therasa Blank, Brian Townley, Freda Davis, Angela Atwell, Lisa Gravely, Lori Nelson. 2ND ROW: Lisa Davis, Tammy Mustard, Elizabeth Umbarger, Todd Steffey, Bob Hylton, Michael Hounshell, Ritchie Havens. 3RD ROW: Kim Danner, LaMoore Muncy, Tammy Haga, Lyle Muncy, Hope Townley, Timmy Thompson, Steve Fanning, George Cann. 4TH ROW: Ronnie King, Janet Millirons, Mike Townley, Ernie Shelton, Phillip Bogle, Todd Turner, Eric Strock. BACK ROW: Mrs. Janet Scott, sponsor, Samantha Hylton, Amy Drummond, Dawn Pruitt, Denise King, Donna Richardson, Carla Pauley, Regina Parris. BEGINNING BAND. FRONT ROW: Ronnie King, Jennifer Stafford, 1st year-students put away instruments. Jennifer Cann, Roberta Kegley, Dawn Dillow, Donna Warden. BACK ROW: Gerhard Schoenthal, Angela Atwell, Todd Steffey, Brian Townley, Billy Burton, Bradley Davis, Shannon King, Jennifer Greever, Robert Lambert, Wayne Davis. STANDING: Ritchie Havens. SECOND YEAR BAND: Lyle Muncy, Samantha Hylton, Ernie Shelton, Lisa Davis, Todd Turner. 1981 Spring Concert with Mrs. Karen Green, Band Director. Safety Patrol Band—15 The chorus kept busy. They gave six concerts and sang at Miss Echo Day. Singing the Hallelujah Chorus, a difficult piece, for the Christmas program was their big achievement. Individual members took part in all-regional chorus. Laura Cochran was first alto and Becky Melvin was 20th alto out of 90 people. The band had a busy year also. They marched in two parades, held six concerts, and played at the fair. The band will double its membership in a few years. Individuals participated in all-regional band. Shawna Carr was first chair clarinet out of 25 people. ol : Fund raising is the only way to keep the band and chorus functioning. Mrs. pads would ike to ‘an ett ie ree helped over ga ALL-REGIONAL CHORUS: Bethy Melvin and Laura Cochran. FRONT ROW: bactihe situa Helen Hamblin, Annette ‘ine: Tammy ee Sheila 1 Wetoha, Becky Melvin, Shure Wright, Marcie Asbury, Betty Tibbs, Rhonda Etter, Joyce Harper. 2ND ROW: Cathy Morehead, Angie Thompson, Sylvia Ramsey, Teresa Morehead, Laura Cochran, Norma Harden, Cindy Wright, Wanda Bevil. BACK ROW: John Farlow, Barry Underwood, Sammy King, Bryan Underwood — pianist. Wanda Bevil and Joyce Harper turned in sales money OFFICERS: Cindy Wright, camden Rhonda Etter, vice- to Mrs. Karen Green. president; Bryan Underwood, reporter; Sharon Wright, secretary. Marching band in Wytheville Christmas Parade. OFFICERS: Shawna Carr, president; Gretchen Carlson, vice-president; David Braithwaite, secretary; Chuck Turn- COMBINED @ MARCHING . BAND x | fr af a A FRONT ROW: Shawna Carr, Gretchen Carlson, Angie Thompson, Brian Perkins, Karen Carlson. 2ND ROW: Chuck Turner, David Braithwaite, Pam Davis, John Dillow, Ryland Wade. BACK ROW: LeAnna Mustard, Martin Wright, Joe DeWilde. In concert for the Bland County Fair. OFFICERS. FRONT ROW: Danny Newberry, president; Jo Neel, vice-president; Dave Thomas, secre- tary. BACK ROW: Barry Underwood, Larry Newberry, sergeants-at-arms; Mrs. Christine Bird, sponsor; Mark Newberry, treasurer; Norman Dillow, reporter. , Pees | FRONT ROW: Paul Lucas, Eric Taylor, Glen Davis, Cliff Pauley; 2ND ROW: Danny Newberry, Dave Thomas, Johnny Sarver, Lynn Tate, Mark Woolwine, Jeri Lynn Mustard; 3RD ROW: Wendi Price, Sheri Tolbert, Wanda Bevil, Jo Neel, Lisa Sarver, Bryan Underwood, Mark Newberry, Linda Atwell, Tammy Wolfe, Tanya Burcham, Annette King; BACK ROW: Barry Underwood, Norman Dillow, Joyce Harper, Larry Newberry. Dramatics gave their rendi- tion of TV commercials. LEFT: Larry Newberry and Jo Neel. RIGHT: Lynn Tate and Eric Taylor. Entertainment Boosted Spirit One act plays, forensics, contests, commercial take offs, and a lot of hard work kept Drama students busy. The Dramatics club entertained the student body at Echo Day with their versions of well known TV advertisements. Again at the SCA Christmas program the members were to take the spotlight as they were transformed into princesses, kings, goats, and even frogs in “The Gala New Musical Frog Review.” A highlight of the year was the nomination of 10 students for the National Speech and Drama Award. A large number of the enthusiastic Rockets filled the gym on Nov. 18, 1981 to elect officers and start a full year of activities for the Rowdies Pep Club. The pep club assisted the Cheerleaders and boosted a lively spirit among students both at home and at away games. With the use of Pep buses the Rowdies invaded the opponent’s territory to shake enemy confidence and encourage the Rockets. A 7 b at = FR s FRONT ROW: Bryan Underwood, Rhonda Etter, Johnny Sarver, Jo Neel, Larry Newberry, Mr. Tommy Bird, sponsor. 2ND ROW: Glenda Conley, Lori Neal, Patty Smith, Kim Kidd, Lisa Waddle, Kitten Richardson, Connie Nelson, Donna Shelton, Sherri Wimmer. 3RD ROW: Sandy Bane, Tammy Cline, Tracy Kegley, Barry Dillow, Ben Dillow, Dawn Newberry, Delisa Miller, Stina Roseberry, Dreama Cox, Karen Hounshell, Laura Gordon, Edwina Stowers. 4TH ROW: Debbie Warden, Teresa Richardson, Helen Hamblin, Lynn Tate, Jeri Mustard, Angela Strock, Jimmy Harper, Sheri Tolbert, Vickie Kincaid, Donna Strock, Mike Barker. 5TH ROW: Angie Thompson, Shauun Neel, Kenny Froy, Pam Melvin, Becky Umbarger, Dreama Underwood, Gretchen Carlson, Shawna Carr, Gary Nelson, Regina Groseclose. 6TH ROW: Ricky Pruitt, Laura Cochran, Brian Pauley, Mark Woolwine, Lisa Sarver, Joyce Harper, Wanda Bevil, Linda Atwell, Mitch Munsey, Wesley Wright, Linda Ellison, Donna Lambert. BACK ROW: Richard Turner, Ronnie Dillow, Matt Harman, John Dillow, David Etter, Eric Taylor, Martin Wright, Barry Underwood, Anita Stowers, Rita Lambert. Interest and excitement rated high during a home ball , | : game. OFFICERS — FRONT ROW: Jo Neel, vice-president; Larry Newberry, president. BACK ROW: Johnny Sarver, secretary; Rhonda Etter, treasurer; Bryan Underwood, reporter. Pep Club—19 A Year of New Beginnings kt P 5 ol ART CLUB. FRONT ROW: Lisa Waddle, Joanne Matz, Debbie Warden, Marcie A year of new beginnings, new friends Newberry, Teresa Richardson, Tracy Kegley, Jo Neel, Sammy King, Jeff Vine- . yard. 2ND ROW: Joyce Harper, Wanda Bevil, Chris Tickle, Everett Baxley, andy “ — goes Bland High sg add Glen Davis, Bridget Wright, Sharon Simmons, Lisa Smallwood, Glenda Conley. ed a Science Club to the list in . The Back ROW: Becky Umbarger, Sherri Wimmer, Tammy Carroll, Rusty Wright, club was made up of members from the Karen Asbury, Paul Lucas, Sherry Conley, Martin Wright. Earth and Physical Science, Biology, Phys- ics, and Chemistry classes with Mrs. Deb- bie Anderson as sponsor and Karen Houn- shell as charter president. Several goals the club set up included a county Science Fair and trips to Virginia Tech. What makes us smile? It could have been looking at some of the paintings and draw- ings by the elementary kids. These kids contributed their masterpieces to the Art Club’s contest entitled, “What Makes Me Smile.” Students were asked to enter their opinion of what causes smiles. Mrs. Chris- tine Bird, sponsor, along with the artists of the school, used the contest as their main project of the year. OFFICERS: Jo Neel, president; Joyce Harper, vice-president; Sherri Wimmer, secretary; Becky Umbarger, treasurer; Teresa Richardson, report; Wanda Bevil, recreation leader; Mrs. Christine Bird, sponsor. am , EA watt A | SCIENCE CLUB OFFICERS: Karen Houn- . shell, president; Bruce Shelton, vice-presi- SCIENCE CLUB. FRONT ROW: Tracy Kegley, Wendi Price, Geneva Clark, Deb- dent; Lynn Tate, secretary-treasurer. bie Warden, Teresa Richardson, Lisa Waddle, Sherri Wimmer, Jeri Lynn Mustard. 2ND ROW: Norman Dillow, Sheri Tolbert, Karen Carlson, Marcie Newberry, Lynn Tate, Glen Davis, Laura Cochran. 3RD ROW: Becky Conley, Jo Neel, Becky McPeak, Tammy Carroll, Rusty Wright, Bruce Shelton, Chuck Turner, David Braithwaite, David Blankenship. 4TH ROW: Donna Shelton, Linda Atwell, Mark Newberry, Gary Nelson, Jimmy Harper, Everett Baxley. BACK ROW: Danny Newberry, Mrs. Debbie Anderson, Barry Underwood, Karen Hounshell, Laura 20—Art Science Gordon, Richard Bartleson, Paul Lucas. Here is a rose of friendship I give, dear friend, to you, For your inspiring comfort And the kindly things you do. This rose of red petals, Like the sun’s bright flare, Sends the fragrance of the Heavens That we can always share. I adore this rose so dearly With its buds of red and gold; It is the greatest of all treasures That man can ever hold. Why, if ever I feel lonely, And many times I do, I seek the rose of friendship Then I never more feel blue. So let’s strive to give to others The sweetness of this rose; And life will be so peaceful And man will have no foes. Jack Virnstein ATHLETICS Someone moved the water! Mark Newberry BELOW: Joanne makes a successful run in the 440. Joanne Matz, Mr. Cantrell, Mr. Crabtree Patty Smith won the running broad jump hands down. BELOW: Charlie Brown clears the bar by a nose. Leroy Hamblin competes in the broad jump. 22—Field Day Third Straight Win No one lighted a torch, no one received a gold medal; but the third annual Bland County Field Day was just as important as the Olympics. Early morning high school participants and spectators gathered on the fairgrounds May 14, 1981. The Bland Athletes took first place in overall competi- tion. Bland competitors held first in the fol- lowing events: boys’ high jump, boys’ 440, girls’ 440, girls’ softball throw, boys’ shot- put (Bland took all four places), girls’ shot- put, girls’ running broad jump, and boys’ 100 yard dash. The mile ru n was also won for Bland. ABOVE: Ervin Sparks shows his skills in the high jump. “We told you not to call them that.” Bob Atwell, Ricky Bur- cham The winners! Elbert Shelton, Juanita Harris, Mr. Cantrell, Sarah Wynn, Richard Bartleson, Charlie Brown, Mrs. Mabe, Ricky Burcham, Billy Talbert. Field Day—23 Floyd Co. Fries Independence Fort Chiswell Fries Auburn Floyd Co. Shawsville Auburn Se HHA We SO AMBNN NH WA ®WO FRONT ROW: Ricky Burcham, Tommy Clark, Cecil Compton, Barry Under- wood, Gary Nelson. BACK ROW: Mrs. Kaye Mabe, coach, Todd Taylor, Charlie Brown, Dave Thomas, Randy Strock, Joe Bane. Ricky Burcham 24—Tennis BLAND 8 BLAND 8 BLAND 3 BLAND 2 BLAND 6 BLAND 1 BLAND 9 BLAND 6 BLAND 1 Floyd County Fries Independence Fort Chiswell Fries Auburn Floyd County Shawsville Auburn Boys Get First Win NOB ay bts os Sn OD “ ; ; ;, ¥ AY SA ee “em “Winning isn’t everything.” Right? Well, losing isn’t all that wonderful. The 1981 Tennis teams, unfortunately, know the ag- ony and heartbreak of defeat. The boys won one game (the first in six years) for the season and the girls almost evened it out with a 5-4 record. The spirit was always there, however. The teams never gave up. Young, strong athletes went into every game with determination in their hearts and on their minds along with hopes that, “This one — we'll win.” Kay Mabe, boy’s coach and Trish Compton, girl’s coach, kept up the hard work and didn’t let the kids get down. They, along with every ten- nis player, deserve a standing ovation for a job well done (if not in play but in spirit). FRONT ROW: Geneva Clark, Wendi Price, Patty Hylton, Mary Pruett. BACK SHOBWNA ROW: Coach Trish Compton, Karen Harden, Sue Smith. Patty Hylton Tennis—25 “Foul, are you crazy?” Coach Cantrell, Coach Collins and varsity members Karen Laura Gordon sank two points against Hounshell, senior, Dawn Newberry, senior, Wanda Bevil and Patty Smith. arch county rival Rocky Gap. — ; | ed ee Lo rez ue Devil opponent played “Get away from me Eagle” Dawn Newberry and Kaye Cox against Eagles Kay Williams and Amanda Pauley. f Varsity members patiently waited while JV went in a huddle with Coaches Sandy Bane with a fast break against Mt. Rog- Cantrell and Collins standing by. ers is backed up by Delissa Miller. 26—Candids Second Year — Second Place The volleyball team worked hard. They stayed after school to practice. They had the determination to be the best they could be. Team was very proud of their accomplishments. At the closing of the season, the team was in second place in the Mt. Empire district for the second consecutive year. They have represented our team well. All members will be re- turning. Hopefully, Bland will have an even more suc- VOLLEYBALL TEAM MEMBERS — FRONT ROW: Mary Lynn Pruitt, Sarah Wynn, Gebie cessful volleyball team next Clark, Sue Smith, Anita Stowers, Debbie Dillow. BACK ROW: Edwina Stowers, Dawn New- berry, Mary Anne Cochran, Kaye Cox, Laura Gordon, Rita Lambert. Not pictured: Coach Year. Marvin Cantrell and Patty Hylton. Bland 8 Auburn 15 15 Bland 7 Floyd 6 Bland 15 Fries 15 Bland 15 Rocky Gap 15 Bland 0 Shawsville 12 Bland 15 Mt. Rogers 4 15 Bland 14 Ft. Chiswell 12 7 Up, Up, and Away: Mary Anne Cochran sets up Patty Hylton watched team member Laura 7 the ball. Gordon go high for a spike against the “Fort”. Laura Gordon sends the ball over the net “Always remember: Bump, Set, Spike!” Instructed Coach Cantrell. against Fort Chiswell. Volleyball—27 End of Season Brought Unexpected Victories “Oh, no!” The cry rippled through the crowd as senior star, Laura Gor- don, fell to the floor in agony and had to be carried from the court — an injury that removed her from playing for the season. The loss of her shoot- ing accuracy did not daunt the Rock- VARSITY ROCKETTES: Coach Marvin Cantrell, Valerie Lambert, Laura Gordon, Karen Hounshell, Rita Lambert, Wanda Bevil, Edwina Stowers, Anita Stowers, Sue ettes for long, and they fought back Smith, Patty Smith, Dawn Newberry, Kaye Cox, Coach Gary Collins. with quickness, patience, and persis- tence. Nearing the season's end dis- trict teams may have felt some un- ease as the Rockettes brought about some unexpected and spectacular victories on the opponents’ courts. Shortness of height and experi- ence did not phase the JV Rockettes as they proved they could match some of the best in quickness and ability. With six of the team return- ing, next year is one for which to look forward. zt | ame Auburn 24 E - iZ Rich Valley 53 Coach Cantrell and Coach Collins give instructions to Laura Gordon and Sue Smith as Shawsville 52 other varsity team members look on. Floyd 53 Fries 33 Mt. Rogers 24 Rocky Gap 70 Independence 72 Auburn 42 Shawsville 41 Floyd 42 Rural Retreat 39 Fries 22 Mt. Rogers 41 Rural Retreat 41 Ft. Chiswell 41 Rich Valley 53 Rocky Gap 41 Independence 32 rn - Senior Laura Gordon drives in for an easy Senior Edwina Stowers dishes off a two points against Mt. Rogers. pass. Auburn 15 Rich Valley 28 Shawsville 27 Floyd Fries Mt. Rogers Ft. Chiswell 30 Rocky Gap 15 Independence 43 Auburn 16 Shawsville 27 Floyd 24 Rural Retreat 24 Fries 22 Mt. Rogers 21 Rural Retreat 27 Ft. Chiswell 23 Rich Valley 30 Rocky Gap 18 Independence 38 JV ROCKETTES — FRONT ROW: Mary Anne Cochran, Sandy Bane. BACK ROW: Coach Dan Viers, Becky Umbarger, Tracy Kegley, Delisa Miller, Becky Melvin, Teresa Richardson, Sheri Wimmer. “Even if you fouled you're still not getting the “Coach Viers, may I be excused,” JV team members to the coach. ball,” Sandy Bane. Mary Anne Cochran goes high over Mt. Rogers opponent to On the rebound . . . Sheri Wimmer, Delisa Miller, Tracy Keg- add two points. ley and Mary Anne Cochran. JV Basketball—29 Spirit Boosters Have Busy Year As busy as bees, never stopping, always on the move, spirited, peppy. Who could this de- scribe? The BHS cheerleaders — of course! The year 1981-82 for the school’s spirit boost- e rs turned out to be the busiest year ever. Changes occur in everyday life but for the cheerleaders some were major and sometimes mind-boggling. A sponsor of three years left and a new one came. The varsity girls exper- ienced a camp for each individual’s first time. Cheerleaders marched in the parade. A new style of cheering and pep rallies came into being. The 1982 Homecoming was an experi- ence in itself. Posters and decorations had to be made, corsages ordered, and new and bet- ter cheers prepared for the game. Through all this activity, the cheerleaders never gave up, they pushed forward and strove to be the “Best yet!” LEFT -— Sheri Tolbert — Captain, third year. CENTER. BOTTOM — Linda Atwell — first year; Jo Neel — third year; Tammy Cline — second year; Wendi Price — second year; Kim Kidd — third year; RIGHT — Geneva Clark — fourth year, Captain. BOTTOM — Mary Anne Cochran, Drema Underwood, Kaye Cox; TOP — Stina Rose- Varsity cheerleaders surround berry, Donna Dalton, Delisa Miller. 30—Cheerleaders Se = fel aa « Varsity and J.V. cheerleaders march in Wytheville Christmas Parade. . z 5, é iS £ £ S g E 2 : : % 9 E 3 a] 5 S E Rockettes during introductions. Bland 24 Rich Valley Bland 27 Rich Valley Bland 36 Fries Bland 36 Independence Bland 29 Floyd Bland 33 Shawsville Bland 45 Fries Bland 37 Auburn Bland 53 Independence Bland 32 Ft. Chiswell Bland 28 Rocky Gap Bland 26 Ft. Chiswell EIGHTH GRADE ROCKETS. FRONT ROW: Shauun Neel, Martin Wright, Kenny Froy, Eric Taylor, Barry Dillow, Ben Dillow. BACK ROW: Coach Tommy Bird, Ryland Wade, Roger Etter, Jeff Cox, David Blankenship, Gene Lambert, Wendell Parker, Manager Sammy King Fancy footwork ... Kenny Froy and Blue Devil opponent. Barry Dillow takes it to the hoop against Independence 32—8th Grade Boys New Coaches, New Players New coaches, new players and up- coming prospects all described the 8th grade and junior varsity teams. Dan Viars took over the reins of coaching and helped guide the JV team to a 6-11 record. The starting lineup for the Rockets consisted of three freshman and two sophomores which showed a young and upcoming team. The team suffered the loss of forward Ronnie Dillow due to a foot injury he received in the Homecom- ing game which resulted in him miss- ing the remainder of the season. Tommy Bird led the up and coming 8th grade team to a 8-14 record. All eighth grade team members should move to the JV team next year. Neither the Eighth Grade nor the JV team came out on top in the Mt. JV ROCKETS. FRONT ROW — Matt Harmon, Terry Umbarger, Gary Nelson, Artie Empire District, but both teams de- Wolfe. Middle Row — Arnie Wimmer, Ronnie Dillow, Cecil Compton, Tim Neal, Mike serve a big hand for a job well done. Smelser. BACK ROW — Richard Turner, Joey Newberry, Ricky Pruitt, Eddie Baxley, Coach Dan Viars. Bland 37 Rich Valley Bland 28 Rich Valley Bland 31 Pocohontas Bland 65 Mt. Rogers Bland 52 Fries Bland 30 Independence Bland 48 Floyd Bland 35 Rocky Gap Bland 39 Ft. Chiswell Bland 29 Auburn Bland 34 Shawsville Bland 29 Mt. Rogers Bland 37 Fries Bland 36 Independence Bland 26 Pocohontas Bland 27 Ft. Chiswell Bland 27 Rocky Gap Richard Turner blocks out Blue Devil op- Cecil Compton drives in for two against ponent for a rebound. Independence. “The Devil Made Me Do It,” Mike Smelser defenses Blue Devil “In your Face”, Ronnie Dillow shoots for two against Indepen- opponent. dence. JV Rockets—33 A Time for Joy, « a Time for Tears A time for joy and a time for tears. The above statement could have very well described the 1981- 82 varsity basketball season at BHS. The boys pret- ty well evened out their record. A new coach was added to the line-up. Gary Col- lins, a graduate from Emory and Henry College, joined head coach Marvin Cantrell as assistant coach. Four of the starting five plus five others played their last year of basketball at BHS. Those nine Seniors deserve a big hand from everyone. In any team sport, team unity and a united effort unvariably bring success. This year’s Rockets at times showed greatness and at other times medioc- rity. It was not the year we wanted it to be, but itwas _SCOREKEEPERS: from top to bottom; Barry Underwood, Lonnie a year we will certainly remember. Thomas, Laura Gordon, and Sue Smith. BOTTOM ROW: Lonnie Thomas, Mark Woolwine, Dave Thomas, Todd Hoge. SECOND ROW: John Farlow manager, Tracy Hylton, Norman Dillow, Bobby Fulford, Billy Tolbert, Paul Dillow. THIRD ROW: Mr. Gary Collins ast. coach, Barry Underwood, Joey Bane, Jeff Cassell, Mark Newberry, Geof Fanning, Mr. Marvin Cantrell coach. Mark Newberry shoots over oppo- Jeff Cassell gets easy bucket. Lonnie Thomas and Blue Devils wait on nent. ball to come down. 34—Varsity, Boys ; . , Todd Hoge and Mark Newberry lead the Rockets into battle. Rich Valley Rich Valley Pocahontas Mt. Rogers Fries Independence Floyd Rocky Gap Shawsville Fries Auburn Independence Ft. Chiswell Pocahontas Mt. Rogers Ft. Chiswell Rocky Gap Mark Newberry powers his way inside for an easy two. Coach Cantrell plans the strategy for the game. Joey Bane battles with oppo- nent for basketball. Varsity, Boys—35 � ah Ordering class rings, decorating and pom pon routines highlighted the week preceding the 1982 Homecoming. Homecoming Week Exciting The janitor’s nightmare. Yes, that is ex- actly what one could call Homecoming Week at BHS. SCA members, cheerleaders, pep club members, and ball-players cluttered the halls with everything from crepe paper streamers to sticky pieces of tape stuck ev- erywhere. The Seniors of BHS added 2 days to Homecoming Week. Monday was de- signed Hat and Shades Day. Tuesday, Janu- ary 26 was called Prep Day. Students decked out in their duds for Western Day on Wednesday. The “oldie but goodie” 50’s Day was set on Thursday. Maroon and Gold could be seen everywhere on Friday as this day was Rock Day. As the halls were finally cleared the janitors settled back for a long summer's rest—until the next Homecoming, that is. (Left) — Students practice first aid Many School spirited students partici- pated in Rocket Day. Larry Newberry decks the Halls!, (Right) — Participants display West- ern Attire! eS 5 2s j | in the library. (Right) — In your face Collins! The priceless plant of friendship Takes joy and tears to nourish. It needs our benevolent care To blossom and to flourish. The priceless chain of friendship Joins numerous links of gold It takes many rings of memories To fashion and mold. The blessed tie of friendship Is a mutual tie that binds In a fellowship the human spirit Of kindred hearts and minds. The priceless book of friendship Has pages that unfold The caring for each other; It’s the sweetest story told. —Signe Wigby ’ : AG = Instructor Mrs. Lola Davis observed Lisa Tammy Smelser gave client a Rex Winesett—auto mechanics King in cosmetology trim Preparation for World of Work The world of work and preparation to enter it have come to the front at BHS. Each year has seen more students entering the ICT pro- gram and working part-time, more students taking vocational classes at Wytheville, and more students taking agriculture and home economics. The opportunities in these fields are practi- cally limitless. They offer on-the-job training and give students valuable work experience which can be used to acquire a better job after graduation. Elbert Shelton—auto mechanic s Drafting—Becky McPeak 38— Vocational Tommy Clark behind the counter at Dawn Newberry waited to fill order at Bobby King bagged groceries at Counts Drugs Steak House Mick-or-Mack CERAMICS. SEATED: Marsha Agee, Mrs. Jean Bradberry, Lola Blevins. STANDING: Charlotte Harris, Lynn Banes, Becky Lambert, Tammy Blevins, Donna Shelton, Connie Millirons ti f a Mrs. Betty Munsey discussed consumer products with Kitten Richardson, Cindy Wright, Lori Neel, Donna Lambert and Tania Burcham AGRICULTURE: Brian Mustard, Paula Mustard, Cecil Compton, Terry Umbarger, Mike Smelser, David Etter, Steve Cox, Delisa Miller Vocational—39 GEOMETRY. FRONT ROW: Linda Ellison, Tammy Cline, Joey Bane, Winifred Fogle- song, Mrs. Kay Mabe. BACK ROW: Steve Cox, Eddie Baxley, Melanie Cassell. Stages and Formulas Stages and formulas set the pace for stu- dents in dramatics, math, and science. Drama once again became a part of the curriculum. Students became involved in acting and gained valualbe experience in public speaking. They gained self-confidence and improved their oral grammar—a useful tool in the future for both college bound students and students seeking jobs. H,O, X=2+Y, E=MC’ , A=LXW were only a few of the formulas students had to know to make the goal of learning possible in mathematics and science. Progressing from simple formulas to complex ones and practic- ing with chemicals occupied much of a stu- dent’s class time. Whether college bound or just plain interest, students gained a working knowledge of the world in which they live. Paul Lucas dreamed through dramatics. PRE-ALGEBRA. FRONT ROW: Angie Thompson, Denise Umbarger, David Blankenship. BACK ROW: T. J. Roseberry, Roger Etter, Laura Cochran, Mr. Tommy Bird. 40—Math Drama 8TH GRADE SCIENCE. Melanie Morehead, Gary Mustard, Paula Austin, Becky Conley and Mrs. Debbie Anderson Jeff Kincaid, Johnny Umbarger OFFICE PRACTICE. Pam Melvin, Edwina Stowers, TYPING II: Donna Lambert, Glenda Conley, Melanie Cassell, Juanita Harris 1ST YEAR TYPING observed Mr. Mike Cash in a demonstration of an electronic typewriter. Steve Cox, Linda Ellison, Donna Dalton, Anita Stowers, Sue Smith, Mary Anne Cochran, Kaye Cox, Rita Lambert, Sandy Bane y = % — ACCOUNTING: Lora Groseclose and Kim Kidd GENERAL BUSINESS—FRONT ROW: Teresa Richardson, Debbie Warden. MIDDLE ROW: Becky Umbarger, Stina Roseberry, Delisa Miller, Tony Lambert. BACK ROW: Patty Smith, Lori Neal 42—Business English Language =a as baffling as Shorthand and MRS. JANET FAULKNER'S 8TH GRADE ENGLISH CLASS: FRONT ROW: Sammy Lambert. 2ND ROW: T. J. Roseberry, Asdfilkj! No, it’s not a new lan- Tina Putnam, Eddie Price. BACK ROW: Chris Tickle, Eric guage—it’s beginning typewriting. Taylor, Lynn Tate, Mike Shelton There were other strange characters seen in the business room as short- hand, and strange words seen in the student activity room which were called French. They not only looked strange, but sounded strange as stu- dents guided by Miss Diane Rowe spoke these “funny” words. Mrs. Jes- sie Kegley led business students through those awkward first steps of typing and shorthand. In rooms one and three Miss Mary Greever and Mrs. Janet Faulkner pushed for per- fection in writing and speaking the English language (some students thought this as baffling as shorthand and French). MISS DIANE ROWE’S FRENCH CLASS. FRONT ROW: Chuck Turner, Donna Dalton, Miss Diane Rowe. BACK ROW: Kaye Cox, Sue Smith, Mary Anne Cochran, Gretchen Carlson R ENGLISH. FRONT ROW: Terri Price, Clif Pauley, Mike Barker. BACK ROW: Rhonda Etter, Larry Newberry, Thomas Stowers, Bobby King, Richard Bartleson Flicks Enhanced Learning for Social Studies Flicks, t oday (and yesterday and tomorrow)! Motion pictures greatly enhanced the learning process of students in social studies. Pictures, text- books, and lectures from Mrs. Nancy Gamble, Mr. Richard Havens, and Mr. Fred Beamer took stu- dents through the good and bad of the political world, the cultural arts, and taught them how to cope in an ever-changing society. GEOGRAPHY — FRONT ROW: Sammy Lambert, Jeff Cox, Gene Lamert, Tim Davis, Rita Gusler, Angela Strock. MIDDLE ROW: Jeri Mustard, Sarah Gilliam, Roger Etter. BACK ROW: Stina Roseberry, Becky Hanshew, Ben Dillow, David Blankenship, Wendell Parker. aN Ie ® ; = Yeions gira fF i 2 2%) ‘ , , a ’ . 0 |Web oo SOCIOLOGY — FRONT: Lynn Banes, Clif Pauley, Sonja Asbury. BACK: Vickie Kincaid, Rita Wright, Melissa Havens, Nancy Strauss, Marsha Agee, Mark Woolwine, Lisa Sarver. “ A U.S. HISTORY: Winifred Foglesong, Lechia Hager, Kandy Kert, Bill Sharon Simmons, Tammy Cline, Rita Wright, Linda Ellison, Donna Tolbert. Shelton. 44—Social Studies Flourishing friendships often grow From microscopic seeds we sow; For love scattered along life’s way, The thoughtful things we do and say, Quite unobstrusively takes root And eventually bears fruit. When cultivated, friendship grows Until it blossoms like a rose; And soon the fragrance of its bloom Will fill two lives with its perfume. Our gardening is not in vain; For just as plants respond to rain, When love is sown in fertile ground, Flowering friendships soon abound. —Donita M. Dyer 4 HONOR BAR STUDENTS—Lonnie Thomas, Linda Atwell, FLAG GIRLS—Lisa Sarver and Rhonda Etter. Laura Gordon, Geneva Clark. ye iam Ue OT OFFICE WORKERS—Connie Millirons, Laura Gordon, Sharon Conley, DAR RECIPIENT AND DOUBLE BAR Terri Price, Lora Groseclose. STUDENT—Jdeff Cassell. THE SOCIETY OF DISTINGUISHED AMERICAN HIGH HONOR LE ITER STUDENTS—FRONT ROW: Melanie SCHOOL STUDENTS—FRONT ROW: Lonnie Thomas, Cassell, Riat Lambert, Linda Ellison, Sue Smith. BACK ROW: Becky Conley, Wendi Price, Geneva Clark. BACK ROW: Linda Mary Anne Cochran, Kaye Cox, Donna Dalton, Anita Stowers. Atwell, Jeff Cassell, Laura Gordon. 46—Honors Royalty And Elite Prevail Royalty can be anywhere. Anywhere, U.S.A. in this case happened to be Bland, Virginia. The Snow King and Queen of 1981 were the royalty. The Bland Chapter FBLA introduced the idea to students as a penny vote campaign. The couple who earned the most money was crowned King and Queen. Bobby Gordon and Patty Smith, of the SCA, were be- stowed this honor. Every school must have its elite. Bland’s select group consists of such persons as those in Daugh- ters of the American Revolution, The Society of Distinguished American High School Students, and honor students. The Society of Distinguished Stu- dents is the highest honor any upperclassman can receive. Also included in the group are office work- ers, and flag girls. Each and every student who re- ceived one of these honors for the school year 1981- 82 can consider themselves as part of the “elite.” 1981 Snow Queen and King Patty Smith and Bob Gordon The King and Queen admired their trophies while slow dancing. Students socialized as they danced. Snow King and Queen—47 Homecoming - Week of Celebrations Next to Christmas, Homecoming at BHS is the most ex- citing time of the year. Homecoming week ran January 25- 29; the 29th being the Big Day. Friday, January 29, the Bland Rockets met the Independence Blue Devils in a head to head clash. The Rockets, fired up after a whole week of celebra- tions, came out on top. The Devils were defeated 56-50. Immediately following the game, the 7Q D.J.’s moved into the gym to set up for the dance. Perhaps those most anxious for the dance to begin were the Homecoming Queen Candi- dates. But for one, the anxiety turned into ecstasy, Jo Neel was crowned Homecoming Queen 1982. Homecoming 1982 will long be remembered by most as a very beautiful, en- chanting evening. ‘ Weeks of practice paid off as the Varsity and JV cheer- Homecoming Queen 1982 — Jo Neel and escort David Bane leaders performed their Pom-Pon routine. HOMECOMING QUEEN CANDIDATES AND ESCORTS: Paula Austin, Mike Umbarger, Stina Roseberry, Barry Underwood, Sandy Bane, Jeff Cassell, Wanda Bevil, Mike Smelser, Gebie Clark, Jon Braithwaite, Nancy Strauss, Frankie Newberry, Jo Neel, David Bane, Kim Kidd, Todd Taylor, Mary Anne Cochran, Todd Hoge, Patty Smith, Dave Thomas, Ricky Pruit, Sherri Wimmer Couples took time to catch their breath as the mood of the music Everybody boogied down to the sounds of 7Q. became more subdued. 48—Homecoming A typical lunchtime scene. Stina Roseberry, Jimmy Blevins, Mrs. Newberry, Betty Tobbs, Marty McPeak, Joey Crockett, Michael Fanning, Kathy Kidd Delisa Miller, Marcie Asbury Candy sales have returned! Mrs. King’s third Sandy Mabe, HELP! Randy Strock, Mr. Cantrell, John Muncy in grade. Larry Newberry, Faculty-Student Basketball. Jo Neel, David Candids—49 Bane ag CHORUS. FRONT ROW—Marcie Asbury, Sharon Wright, Tammy Wolfe, Helen Hamblin, Becky Melvin, John Farlow, Barry Underwood, Sammy King. 2ND ROW—Lechia Hager, “Orange juice fresh from Flor- Teresa Morehead, Sylvia Ramsey, Angie Thompson, Cathy Morehead. BACK ROW—Betty ida.” Dramatics — Danny New- _ Tibbs, Sheila Wright, Annette King, Norma Harden, Rhonda Etter, Wanda Bevil, Joyce berry Harper, Laura Cochran. fig A y J 7 Ss Linda Ellison, MISS ECHO 1982; Terry Umbarger, escort. ‘A bit tipsy.” Dramatics — Paul Lucas Linda Ellison Crowned Miss Echo The crowning of Miss Echo is as much a tradition as frying chicken on Sundays. Each fall finds five girls from grades 8-12 vying for the coveted Miss Echo title. Hard work and getting there first with the most (yearbook sales) determines the win- ner. Amid suspense-filled moments and crossed fingers, Miss Echo 1982 was crowned on October 8 in the Bland gym. Linda Ellison was bestowed this honor for selling 124 annuals out of a total 425. Miss Echo and her court each received a charm engraved with their initials. Lively entertainment was provided by Dramatics, Band, Cho- rus, PE. classes, Larry Newberry nad Linda Atwell, Laura Cochran, and Tracy and Roberta Kegley. Mistresses of ceremo- ny were Edwina Stowers and Sheri Tolbert. Mistress of ceremony Sheri Tolbert 50—Miss Echo Wi EN '¢ ds be ty MISS ECHO COURT. SEATED—Linda Ellison, Terry Umbarger. STANDING—Lisa Smallwood, Todd Parker, Kim Kidd, Bob Gordon, Lucy Gray, Jeff Cassell, Sherri Wimmer, Joey Bane. DRAMATICS. Linda Atwell, Barry Underwood PE CLASSES. BOTTOM ROW—Teresa Richard- son, Patty Smith, Karen Asbury, Melanie More- head. 2ND ROW—Joanne Matz, Julie Clemons, Tina Fulford. 3RD ROW—Dreama Underwood, Becky Umbarger. TOP—Debbie Warden. The Kegley sisters in a routine to “Celebration” — Roberta and Tracy. Miss Echo—51 One Thing After Another One thing after another took place in the halls and surrounding grounds of Bland High School. From the first day the school doors opened these areas abounded with action. Each period in the day found stu- dents carrying oversize rocks, shov- els, and filling wheelbarrows with dirt. The reason? turning a muddy, slippery, sticky path into a stone and gravel walkway. Preparing bulletin boards, making and hanging posters that bopped one’s head while treading the hall mazes, shaking in your shoes during all those public appearances, the end- Cox, Donna Dalton, Rita Lambert, Mary Anne _ ics. Cochran 52—Candids less attempts to raise money, and tor- menting those poor souls known as “Faculty” kept students busy. Once in a great while (when they weren't in- volved in club activities or sports) they even found the time to study. Takin’ it easy in the shade. Sonja Asbury, Barbara Ramsey, Dawn Morehead, As usual, “Gruby” was sitting Tina Fulford, Joyce Alexander. down on the job. Bob Fulford, Joey Newberry, Mark King, Mr. Crab- tree, Thomas Dillow. Ve ; Se ur x The Wythe County Sheriff’s Dept. presented a program on drugs to the Science class hard at work. Delisa Miller, Todd Porter, Jim- elementary. my Mac Brown, Sarah Wynn, Lonnie Clemons. Before . . . The mud path was reconstructed by science classes. Candids—53 Suspended In Time All day preparations had been made for what would be the “most wonderful night” of the year. Young ladies en- dured the torture of the hairdresser and afterwards were afraid to move lest a curl should stray from its hiding. Five hours before “Prom” time the y nervously paced the floor making sure that beautiful new gown was a reality and not a dream. However, the ladies were not the only nervous ones. Young men sped along (with a prayer of “Lord, don't let me get a ticket today”) to pick up that tuxedo, and then homeward. With a jolting brake, he retreaded those five miles back to town. “Oh, horrors, I almost forgot the flowers.” The long awaited euphoria of romance, dancing, and dazzling lights at the 1981 Prom took place May 16 at the Wytheville Recreation Center. The theme “Suspended In Time” was supported by glimmering red columns and a shiny silver gazebo. A Wytheville night club, The Office, provided the disco sound for the evening. Larry Anderson, Perry Coe, and Dale Warden served as disc jockeys. King Mike Sarver and Queen Patty Hylton reigned over the 1981 Junior-Senior Prom. Paul Lucas and Cindy Wright were Calvin Davis, Kathy Havens, Norman Everyone awaited the crowning entranced by Prom magic. Dillow and Sheri Tolbert danced to of the king and queen. their heart’s content. Jo Neel and Lora Groseclose welcomed ev- Karen Hounshell and Sheri Tolbert presented John Muncy with a eryone to the gala festivities. senior gift. Darrell Tibbs sat contented at the table with Joy _ The crowd listened as senior prophecies were read. Tibbs and Lucy Gray. a Couples danced to the slow sound of midnight Prom goers participated in a line dance. romance. Prom—55 Nerves on edge, clammy hands, chattering teeth all made up the setting for the Miss Bland County Beauty Pageant held on April 3-4, 1981, in the Bland gym. The theme of the contest was “Beyond New Horizons.” A new feature of the pageant was the presentation of past Miss Bland County winners. Mrs. Marie Crocket, Miss Bland County 1934, of Kansas was the very first winner, but could not attend the pageant. The second Miss Bland County, Mrs. Ruth Thomas of Ceres, did attend and was recog- nized. Also featured were FFA members modeling clothes from the past. The judges’ final ballots showed Becky Bird as Little Miss Bland County 1981 and Junior Miss 1981 was Tammy Beavers. The second division of the 9-14 age groups, Senior Miss, was won by Stina Roseberry. Wendi Price won the coveted title of Miss Bland County 1981. Marvin Cantrell and Bill Crabtree served as Masters of Ceremony. Another dance and another queen — this time it was the May Dance and the queen was Roberta Young. The dance was held on May 2, 1981, at Bland High School, sponsored by the band and chorus. A R Productions presented a light show and disco boogie sounds for the evening. Mrs. Ruth Thomas, Miss Bland County 1935. and Miss Sherri Woody, Miss Bland County 1980, wait to crown the new queen. Ist runner-up, Dreama Underwood; Senior Miss Bland County 1981, Stina Roseberry; 2nd runner-up, Angie Thompson. Tonya Smith. 1st runner-up, Vickie Sarver; Ju- nior Miss Bland County 1981, Tammy Beavers; 2nd runner-up, Beyond New Horizons 2nd runner-up, Patty Hylton; Miss Bland County 1981, Wendi Price; Ist runner-up, Debbie Dillow. 1st runner-up, Angel Underwood; Lit- tle Miss Bland County 1981, Becky Bird; 2nd runner-up, Hope Pike. PL Me IL Dancing is for all ages. CANDIDATES AND ESCORTS. Tracey Walker, Kevin Cox, Gretchen Carl- son, Jimmy Barker, Teresa Morehead, Richard Starling, Mary Anne Coch- ee : ran, Paul Dillow, Roberta Young, Donald Pauley. 1981 MAY QUEEN Roberta Young escorted by Donald _Never failing energy. Kevin Cox, Debbie Dillow, Donald Pauley. Pauley. Lucy Muncy. Matching mood and beat. Kevin Cox, Tracey Walk er. Changing to a slow pace. Rules must be kept (NO Marq Newberry and Jeri SHOES)! Craig Gusler, Lin- Mustard. da Ellison. May Dance—57 Second Annual Citizenship Day The second annual Citizenship Day was held on May 2, 1981. Adults and children crowded around the block to see the parade, which con- sisted of floats, horses, marching units and the Bland County Band. The march- ing units included American Indians, children on bicycles, miniature major- ettes, old-time cars, and many other groups as everyone showed their willing- ness to participate. Following the parade, the Citizenship Day program was held on the court- house lawn. The chorus performed sev- eral selections followed by the guest speakers. After the events food was available on the Fair grounds. Father and Daughters of the 1900’s — Elmer Chewning, Pam Chewning and Heather Smith. e - Miss Bland County, Wendi Price, and her runners-up, Patty Mrs. Bird’s fourth grade represented a host of American Indi- Hylton and Debbie Dillow, adorned the FHA float. The Bland Twirlers, a mini-majorettes group, strutted their stuff. Cycling for Citizenship 58 Citizenship Parade = ao Legionnaires Charlie Muncy, Faye Lambert, and Davis Kirby led the parade, fol- | Senator Danny Bird spoke to the citizens of lowed by the Bland County Marching Band. Bland County. LEFT—Dignitaries William Snyder — WCC President, Dr. G. B. Kegley, and Dr. Carl Stark appraised the gathering of Bland County citizens. RIGHT—The old timers with shiny fenders and hoods came out of hibernation. LEFT—Traveling on the trail was William Wampler; riding shotgun was Bob Hyl- ton. RIGHT—Jeff Vineyard and Tracey Walker rode along in the parade. See’ ag Citizenship Parade—59 Swish, swish, tat-tat-tat-tat ... These and other sounds were heard in the gym on April 3, 1981. PE. students were in the throes of jumping rope, individually and collectively. Twenty-five cents sponsored a student to jump rope for one hour and the total proceeds of approximately $1,000 went to the heart fund. Each participant received a “Jump-a-thon” tee shirt while the school hall now sports an honorary heart fund plaque. Excitement, laughter, suspense, and tears came to the gymnasium on May 29, 1981. bs) Commencement speeches by the seniors and fy a underclass awards made up the day’s pro- Active (and inactive) jumpers on April 3 Jump-a-thon. gram. Competition was tough and only a se- lect few made the top honors. Squeals of delight and laughter were heard from elementary students May 15, 1981, when the Wythe County Sheriff's Department pre- sented a puppet show on the use of drugs. All by myself- Happy _ Triple jumping—Jane Banes looked on as Jeannie Mallory, Tammy Dave Thomas Gravley, and Regina Stansell prepared to clear the rope. « Sheila Wright, Tracey Walker and _ Darrell Tibbs went high over Tommy Clark gave a giant leap to Becky Lambert observed Connie an almost straight line. clear the line. Nelson as she jumped for the next turn of the rope. 60—Jump-a-thon f , iz ni Feces Brenda Phillips, Clinch Valley, bestowed the third place regional essayaward Mrs. Cheryl Umberger conferred a French award to to Linda Ellison. Lonnie Thomas. Gymnastics on the outside: Brenda Davis. Cindy Blevins, Billie French, Wayne Colley and Mrs. Sandra Mobe. « Elementary students were absorbed in Wythe County Sheriff's Department puppet show. Candids—61 ‘81 Seniors in song at graduation. Life’s Petals From Yesterday Once again Bland High School has lost some of its finest students. The Class of ’81 said their goodbyes on May 29, 1981, in the Bland gymnasium. Teresa Tolbert served the class as valedictorian. Dr. Maynard R. Joyce, school superintendent, was the guest speaker for the 1981 Graduation. Teresa Tolbert gave the valedic- Kim Townley received most valu- tory speech. able player plaque from Mr. Sam- my Hardy. Seniors get special attention for lunch. hare es to SCA member ; Becky Ms. Brenda Phillips presented Ist place honor certificates in Clinch fae rae e Sarver McPeak served Seniors. Valley district essay contest to Susan Kegley and 2nd place in twell. district and state to Phil Peery. 62—Graduation ’81 Out of friendship’s garden Came a single rose to me. One day when all was dark and gray And the sun I could not see. It brought a ray of sunlight In its little heart of gold And showed unspoken words of love As its petals did unfold. Ever-changing World For Seniors From the beginning of their school days, seniors found many ups and downs; They gained and lost teachers, classmates, and administrators and found pleasures and beauty in their ever-changing world. Memories of basketball victories and those nerve-charged almost- won games, of proms and homecoming dances, of special dates and times have all been tucked away to be recaptured at some distant time. Long to be remembered are those aching feet and sticky fingers acquired while selling food at the fair. Those long tiring hours paid off when they left Bland for four fun-filled days on the senior trip. The Seniors of 1982 have survived the joys and horrors of their high school years. Many will yearn for lost friendships and lost memories, but there is no need to cry. It is not the end ... it is only the beginning. Totally absorbed! Lucy Gray, Jo Neel, Mrs. Keg- ley, Karen Hounshell, Juanita Harris. “You’ve eaten all our profits!” Todd Hoge and Richard Bartleson. 3 ° q 7 yA % x ‘ ge “ye aS oA -_ =. 7 . a 2 Becky Conley makes wise use of spare minutes. OFFICERS AND SPONSORS: BOTTOM—Edwina Stowers, president; Laura Gordon, vice-president; Lora Groseclose, secretary; Karen Hounshell, treasurer; Mike Barker, reporter; Mrs. Janet Faulkner and Mr. Richard Ha- vens, sponsors. ms id Larry Newberry and his brother, | Mark Compton, Marq Newberry, Sheri Tolbert Cliff. Edwina Stowers, Mark King Deborah Renee Atwell “Debbie” Joseph Foster Bane “Joey” Jane Nevada Banes “Jane” Robert Darrell Banes “Darrell” Michael Thomas Barker “Mike” Richard Joseph Bartleson “Richard” Sheila Denise Carroll “Sheila” Jeffrey Dirk Cassell Dora Annette Catterton “Dora” Geneva Diane Clark “Gebie” Mark Dwayne Compton “Munchkin” Rebecca Yvonne Conley “Becky” Seniors—65 Sharon Allen Conley “Sharon” Joseph Mark Crockett “Joey” Anthony Paul Dillow “Paul” David Norman Dillow “Norman” Rhonda Gayle Etter “Rhonda” Robert Edward Fulford “Bobby” Laura Evelyn Gordon “Laura” Stella Lucille Gray “Lucy” Lora Machel Groseclose “Lora” Juanita Ann Boyd Harman “Juanita” James Henry Harper “Jimmy” Teresa Juanita Harris “Juanita” 66—Seniors Edward Todd Hoge “Todd” Karen Virginia Hounshell “Karen” Lisa Mechele King “Lisa” Mark Keith King “Snorky” Robert Carson King “Bobby” Rebecca Kay Lambert “Becky” Paul Allan Lucas “Paul” Pamela Kaye Melvin “Pam” Connie Marie Millirons “Connie” Carla Denise Morehead “Carla” Teresa Ann Morehead “Teresa” Kamela Jo Ann Neal “Jo” Seniors—67 Daniel Allen Newberry “Danny” Dawn Elizabeth Newberry “Dawn” Jeffrey Marquis Newberry Larry Crockett Newberry “Larry” Mark Young Newberry “Mark” Ward Clifton Pauley “Clif” ’ Terri Laine Price “Terri” Wendi Gail Price “Terri” Sylvia Lake Ramsey “Sylvia Johnathan Lester Sarver “Johnny” Tammy Diane Smelser “Tammy” Andreia Edwina Stowers “Edwina” Thomas Lynn Stowers “Thomas” Dave Allen Thomas “Dave” Sheri Ann Tolbert “Sheri” William Wallace Tolbert “Billy” Lewis Michael Umbarger “Mike” Rex Lee Winesett Christopher Wayne Wright “Chris” Eric Perry Wright “Eric” Troy Dwayne Wright “Troy” William Russell Wright “Rusty” Seniors—69 Junior Class Participated in Money-Making Activities Desperately in need of money for the prom, the Junior Class participated in many money-making activities through- out the year. Their first project was Ju- nior Junk, which is a conglamoration of baseball helmets, rubik’s cubes, key chains, necklaces, ’82, ’83 pins, and many other things. To further their goal, scented soap was also sold. The prom was not the only thing for which the Junior Class needed money. When they ordered class rings, the little understood theory of inflation really hit hard; however, a class ring is something to be cherished for the rest of one’s life, so most people bought them regardless of the cost. While the class of ’83 was not earning money, they could be found studying for their PSATand SAT'’s. In between study- ing and earning money, they found a lit- tle time to relax and have fun. OFFICERS AND SPONSORS: Bob Gordon, vice-president; Bryan Under- wood, reporter; Mrs. Jessie Kegley, sponsor; Todd Taylor, secretary-treasurer; Wanda Bevil, president; Mrs. Kay Mabe, sponsor. Linda Atwell Ricky Baker Charlie Bane Wanda Bevil Tommy Clark Glenda Conley James Farris Bob Gordon Joyce Harper C.W. Havens Melissa Havens Kim Kidd 70 — Juniors Tony Lambert Valerie Lambert Becky McPeak Connie Nelson Brian Pauley Harvey Pruett Wallace Rankin Lisa Sarver Donna Shelton Elbert Shelton Anna Tate Todd Taylor Lonnie Thomas Sandy Tolbert Debbie Umbarger Barry Underwood Bryan Underwood Tracey Walker Mark Woolwine Cindy Wright Rita Wright duniors—71 Sophomores On Right Track Moving up to the Varsity team, tur- key tickets, and learners’ permits are all a part of asophomore’s life. Led by Mrs. Deborah Anderson and Mr. Fred Beamer, the sophomores have constructed plans for their future years as Juniors and Seniors and proms and Senior trips. The 1982 Sophomores have led an exciting year. Many have joined new clubs where they have begun to take over important roles in the decision making. Sophomores seem to be on the right track for successful lives. , SPONSORS AND OFFICERS: Mr. Fred Beamer, sponsor; Rita Lambert, secretary- treasurer; Mary Anne Cochran, president; Mike Smelser, vice-president; Mrs. Deborah Anderson, sponsor. cea Marsha Agee Joyce Alexander Sonja Asbury Sandy Bane Lynn Banes Laymond Barger Eddie Baxley Tonnie Carver Andrea Cassell Melanie Cassell Melba Clemons Dee Clemons Tammy Cline Mary Cochran Cecil Compton Sherry Conley 72—Sophomores Kaye Cox Steve Cox Donna Dalton Thomas Dillow Eric Ellison Linda Ellison David Etter Geoff Fanning John Farlow Winifred Foglesong Tammy Gravely Sam Groseclose Lechia Hager Tracy Hylton Linda Ivey Kandy Kent Vickie Kincaid Donna Lambert Rita Lambert Melissa Lewis Kathy Melvin Dawn Morehead Cathy Morehead Brian Mustard Sophomores—73 Paula Mustard Tim Neal Gary Nelson Todd Parker Ricky Pruitt Sarah Pruitt Barbara Ramsey Sharon Simmons Mike Smelser Sue Smith Anita Stowers Donna Strock Renee Thompson Beth Tibbs Terry Umbarger Jeff Vinyard Bridget Wright Dwayne Wright Sheila Wright Working in the office at lunch time?! Anita Stowers, Sue Smith, Kaye Cox, Rita Lam- bert. A Step Up The Ladder For Freshman Just not being an eighth grader any- more was even a bigger step up the lad- der than becoming a high schooler. Ninth graders were all excited about fi- nally being a real part of student life. Freshman are special people ... they are right in between the big kids and the young kids. Excelling in several sports, new clubs, and lots of hard work took up much of ninth graders time. Delisa Miller, Dreama Cox, Mike Smelser Karen Asbury Jimmy Barker Arthur Bartleson Lola Blevins Tammy Blevins David Braithwaite Jimmy Mac Brown Tonya Burcham Gretchen Carlson Shawna Carr Tammy Carroll Julie Clemons OFFICERS AND SPONSORS: FRONT ROW—Gretchen Carlson, president; Lori Neel, vice-president; Shawna Carr, secretary; Becky Umbarger, treasurer. BACK ROW—Ms. Mary Greever, sponsor; Joanne Matz, reporter; Joey Newberry and Jimmy Barker, sergeants-at-arms; Mr. Tommy Bird, sponsor. 76—Freshmen Lonnie Clemons Matt Clemons Dreama Cox Greg Davis Ronnie Dillow Doug Farlow Ricky Faulkner Tina Fulford Regina Groseclose Helen Hamblin Norma Harden Matt Harman Charlotte Harris Marty Hutchins Jeff Kincaid Annette King Sammy King Jeannie Mallory Bobby Martin Joanne Matz Vanessa McKinney Marty McPeak Delisa Miller Lisa Morehead Packy Morehead Mitch Munsey Lori Neel Joey Newberry Marcie Newberry Mike Perkins Kitten Richardson Teresa Richardson Stina Roseberry Bruce Shelton Jeff Shelton Debbie Simmons Lisa Smallwood Patty Smith Regina Stansell Betty Tibbs Chuck Turner Richard Turner Becky Umbarger Susan Umbarger Dreama Underwood Lisa Waddle Debbie Warden Arnie Wimmer Artie Wolfe Tammy Wolfe Wesley Wright Becky Umbarger, Patty Smith, Joanne Matz, Delisa Miller, Lori Neel, Mitch Munsey, Lonnie Clemons, Sarah Wynn, Jimmy Mack Brown. Eighth Became Invo ved They always ran, never walked. Silence was a sin in their lives. To be afraid was an embarrassment. Their eyes were usually wide with wonder. Who were these creatures? What else, but eighth graders. Eighth graders were involved in sports, club activities, and chang- ing classes. The class of 1986 were on the road to success and were determined to get there. ‘ 3) Donna Alexander ; : is an | Marcie Asbury OFFICERS AND SPONSORS: FRONT ROW-—Sherri Wimmer, president; Paula Aus- tin, vice-president, Lynn Tate, secretary. 2ND ROW —Kenny Froy, reporter; Ryland Wade, treasurer. BACK ROW—Mr. Gary Collins and Mrs. Christine Bird, sponsors. Paula Austin Everett Baxley David Blankenship Kim Boardwine Karen Carlson Ronnie Clemons Laura Cochran Jeff Cox Norma Cox Glenn Davis Pam Davis Timmy Davis Butch DeWilde Barry Dillow Ben Dillow John Dillow 78—Eighth Grade Roger Etter Stephen Foglesong Kenny Froy Rita Gusler Sarah Gilliam Becky Hanshew Jimmy Harden James Helton Terry Hubble Tracy Kegley Billy King Gene Lambert Sammy Lambert Becky Melvin Teresa Miller Melanie Morehead Gary Mustard Jerri Mustard LeAnne Mustard Terry Mustard Billy Mutter Shaunn Neel Wendell Parker Brian Perkins Eighth Grade—79 Eddie Price Tina Putnam Billy Ramsey T. J. Roseberry Ervin Sparks Mike Shelton Angela Strock Lynn Tate Eric Taylor Angie Thompson Chris Tickle Lisa Tolbert Denise Umbarger Johnny Umbarger Ryland Wade Sherri Wimmer Tracy Wolfe Karen Wright Martin Wright Sharon Wright Robert Wynn It’s hard to understand why anyone would study during lunch! Mitch Munsey, Becky Melvin, Karen Carlson, Tracy Kegley. 80—Eighth Grade Final Elementary Year Seventh graders thought they were really special. They had made it to their final year of elementary school. They grew and learned to be responsible. They were allowed to attend ; school dances and pep rallies. They became OFFICERS: Mike Townley, treasurer; Lyle active in safety patrol. They enjoyed the year, Muncy, secretary; Eric Strock, vice-president; but they are now looking forward to high Tim Thompson, president. school. Thearasa Blank Phillip Bogle George Cann Kim Danner Amy Drummond Steve Fanning Lisa Gravley Tammy Haga Jody Helton Ricky Kent Denise King Mrs. Janet Scott BS-Radford U. Idette King Bobby Allen Lewis LaMoore Muncy Lyle Muncy Tammy Mustard Regina Parris Dawn Pruitt Ernie Shelton Eric Strock Timmy Thompson Hope Townley Mike Townley Todd Turner Elizabeth Umbarger Seventh—81 Sixth and sixth-seventh graders felt more adult than ever before. They changed classes and were permitted to work in groups. They gang songs, learned to square dance, participated in 4-H and band, and enjoyed the year. Richie Blank Angie Blevins Jamie Chewning Freda Davis Lisa Davis Onie Davis Bobby Hale Robert Hylton Samantha Hylton Rusty King Deana Lakey Mrs. Margie Powers BA-Marshall Terry Lang Cassie Lewis David Martin Lori Nelson Carla Pauley Andy Putnam Donna Richardson Carrie Shelton Leon Sink Jennifer Stafford Brian Townley Enjoying gymnastics in P. E. 82—Sixth Seventh Feeling Like Adults OFFICERS: Carla Pauley, president; Bobby Hale, vice-president; Samantha Hyl- ton, secretary, Donna Richardson, treasurer; Andy Putnam, reporter; Bob Hylton and Lori Nelson, sergeants-at-arms. Mark Vineyard Martin Vineyard Donna Warden Angela Atwell Brian Blevins Billy Burton Jennifer Cann Bradley Davis Wayne Davis Pamela Dillow Brad Dillow Dawn Dillow Jennifer Greever Mark Hamblin Richie Havens Michael Hounshell Roberta Kegley Ronnie King Shannon King Scott Lambert Mrs. Jackie Barlow BA — VPI Robert Lambert Cindy Lewis Jon Melvin Janet Millirons Sarah Newberry Gerhard Schoenthal Mark Shelton Todd Steffey Brian Townley Amanda Baxley Chip Bird! Jimmy Blevins Junior Blevins Tiffany Bowen Sonya Chewning Kevin Cox David Danner Santa Fe Davis Tammy Davis Randy Dillow Michael Fanning Cheryl Graham Charmin Gravley Nora Newberry BS — Radford U. Kathy Kidd a Heath Muncy Michael Nelson Patricia Nelson Shawn Nelson Aaron Newberry Kari Paciga Julie Pauley Lori Perkins Sammy Simmons Tonya Smith John Stafford Sarah Strock Tammy Swanson Robbie Waddle Ellis Wade Rusty Warden Scott Wellman Clara Winter 84—Fifth ° Fourth graders were very active this year. For the first time in their school lives they could join 4-H and be on the Honor Roll. Fifth graders felt very important. They could join band as well as the ac- tivities they enjoyed as fourth graders. dulie Baxley Kevin Blank Doug Boardwine Jason Cann Alan Cassell Chad Chandler Mrs. Louise Bird BS — Radford U. Ruthie Dunn Mary Ruth Echols Jimmy Graham Amy Haga Brian Hall Rachel Havens Dusty King Eugene King Donna Lambert Tonya Looney John Michael Mustard April Newberry Allan Newberry Wendi Pettrey Tresila Sink Chad Thompson Randy Townley Samantha Waddle Becky Winesett Rusty Bird Mark Blevins Bobby Boardwine Robby Brown Tina Brown David Chandler Pam Chewning Randy Clemons Lillie Bea Davis Chris Dillow Eric Faulkner Rita Hamblin Amanda Harden Tina Johnston Clinton Kegley Alison King Mrs. Sue King B.S. — Radford David King Teresa Lester Miracle Mitchem Travis Munsey Marshall Schoenthal Mechelle Shelor Sheri Shewey John Simmons Jennifer Simms Shane Smelser Heather Smith Patrick Smith Sammy Steffey Patricia Stowers David Strock Crystal Tibbs Brian Toler Angel Underwood Kathy Wynn Atwell, Donna Wiley, Angela Stowers, Jeana Dalton, Cheryl Hall, Hope Pike, Ginger Dillow, Sarah Thompson, Heather Burton. Confidence in Doing The third graders were completely comfortable in the school environment. They worked hard and learned many things. They learned the days of the week, the months, and how to divide. The second graders started to school with confidence this year. Being used to the school routine, they were sure they would have no problems. The year was reserved for learning, growing, and having fun. They learned cursive writing, be- gan multiplication tables, and read stories. They had good times playing games with classmates who became good friends. Shannon Atwell Becky Bird Kevin Bowles Heather Burton Angela Dalton Jeana Dalton Robert Davis Mrs. Becky Scott B.A. — King College M.S. — Radford Ginger Dillow Michael Dillow Jimmy Duncan Kandi Farley Tanya Ferguson Cheryl Hall Jason Hall Tina Hounshell Rusty Meadows Heather Olinger Hope Pike Joe Putman Angela Monika Stowers Julie Strock Sarah Thompson Sarah Umbarger Holly Warden Donna Wiley Michelle Wright Elizabeth Bell Christopher Bowles Kenneth Bowles Sheree Burton Michael Cochran Patricia Corder Emory Davis Rachel Davis Sammy Dent James Dunn Arthur Ellison Michael Ellison Jeremiah Gibson Mary Margaret Gibson Stephanie Goins Mrs. June Miller B.A. — King College Tracy Hall Pamela Harden Rebecca Mallory Bradley Martin Chad Morehead Matthew Newberry Leila Paciga Kevin Pauley Bridgette Penley Nathan Romano Robert Sexton Travis Simmons Jimmy Sparks Jason Stafford Stacy Tibbs Crystal Thompson Marcia Travis Christina Wel lman Douglas Wiley School Now “Old-hat.” Going to school is now “old hat” to a First-grader. He has learned to count, write, read, add and subtract, and also learned some things about his environ- ment and his body. Along with learning were the fun times of playing with class- mates, using his creativity, and sharing parties at most holidays. The life of a Kindergartener may seem simple to all except a Kindergar- tener. He had to rise early, leave his fa- vorite TV programs behind, board a bus with a lot of “big” people, and learn to count and write. These made growth in each child and helped him on the road to independency. Tonya Talbert Melanie Thompson Stacy Yates Detria Agee Beth Bridges Eric Brooks Robert Davis Brian Dent Donnie Dillow Kristina Dillow Mrs. Katherine Reynolds (B.S. — Radford University) Brook Dillow Tawny Dillow Aaron Faulkner Stacey Kidd Crystal King Kevin King Jennie Lambert Angel Mitchem Sandra Nelson Stuart Newberry Misty Pauley Molly Richardson Christina Schepers Amie Simmons Fun Promoted Learning Skills Cynthia Blevins Wayne Colley Mr. Hampton Atkinson Roscoe Davis Teddy Davis Kevin Dent Tony Dent Billie French Jeff Gwyn Leroy Hamblin Emmett Kelly Mrs. Sandra Mabe Michael Paul McPeak David Mutter Patty Mutter Henry Nash Regina Ramsey Sean Thornsberry Judy Umbarger As a special treat for completed work Mrs, Mabe’s group watched Sesame Street at the end of the day. Learning to use the balance beam and other gymnastics made learning and coordina- tion a fun time. Being a part of a small group made interaction and individual help a reality. Mr. Atkinson’s group also enjoyed gymnastics and other learning games. Throughout the year they viewed several movies which taught a lesson while being entertained. I’m very glad our lives have touched If just this little while; I’m thankful for each word of love, Each warm and friendly smile. You brought such gladness to my heart, The sunshine to my day; And just because we two have met, I’ve known a brighter way. I’m glad our lives have touched, That we have come to meet. I’m glad for every dream we shared, The bitter and the sweet. And years cannot erase the joy, The gladnesses sublime; Dear friend, please know within my heart I’m glad your life touched mine. — Garnett Ann Schultz Mr. Atkinson giving individual help to Judy Umbarger. Mark Woolwine and Mr. Beamer pause dur- ing class for a mug shot. Administration—91 Faculty Found Time To Teach Mr. Roger Thompson, Principal; B.S.-V.P.1., M.S.-Radford U. Mr. Richard Havens, Assistant Prin- cipal; Social Studies; Business; Se- nior Class Sponsor; B.S.-Bluefield State College. Mrs. Debbie Anderson, Science; As- sistant Sophomore Class Sponsor; Science Club Sponsor; B.A.-V.P.I. Mrs. Carolyn Bane, ICT; VICA Spon- sor; B.S. M.S.-Radford U. Mr. Fred Beamer, Social Studies; B.S. M.S.-V.P.. Mrs. Christine Bird, Dramatics; Art; English; Home Economics; B.S.- Radford U. Mr. Tommy Bird, Mathematics; Coach-Boy’s Tennis; B.S.-Radford U. Mr. Marvin Cantrell, Physical Educa- tion; Coach-Boy’s and Girl’s Bas- ketball; Girl’s Volleyball; B.S.-Ap- palachian State U. Mr. William Crabtree, Agriculture; General Mechanics; FFA Sponsor; B.S. M.S.-V.P.I. Mr. Gary Collins, Physical Educa- tion; Science; Assistant Coach- Boy’s and Girl’s Basketball; B.A.- Emory Henry. Mrs. Janet Faulkner, English; Beta Sponsor; Newspaper Sponsor; As- sistant Senior Class Sponsor; B.S. M.S.-Radford U. Dr. David Foltz, Behavior Consul- tant; B.A.-Roanoke College, M.A.- Kean College, N.J., Ph.D.-South- ern Illinois U. 92—High School Faculty Feeding hungry minds and finding aids to boost those not so hungry kept faculty busy. Among the tasks of filling out reports, attending meet- ings, sponsoring clubs and classes, trying to find new ways to earn mon- ey, taking your life in your hands to separate fighting duos, grading pa- pers and making lesson plans, faculty members actually found some time to teach. In between jobs, they could oc- casionally be found resting in the | lounge while consuming snacks and Wayne Davis throws shot put as Mr. Marvin Mr. Bill Crabtree “stands at at- cokes. Cantrell scores the throw. tention” while observing field day activities. Mrs. Nancy Gamble, Guidance Coun- selor; B.S. M.S.-Radford U. Mrs. Karen Green, Band and Chorus; B.S.-Radford U. Miss Mary Greever, English; SCA Sponsor; Assistant Freshman Sponsor; A.B.-Lenoir Rhyne. Mrs. Jessie Kegley, Business; Assis- tant Junior Class Sponsor; FBLA Sponsor; Newspaper Sponsor; B.S.-East Tennessee U. Mrs. Kay Mabe, Mathematics; Junior Class Sponsor; B.S.-Radford U. Mrs. Betty Munsey, Home Econom- ics; FHA Sponsor; B.S. M.S.- VPI. Mrs. Elizabeth Newberry, Librarian; Accounting; Yearbook Advisor; Library Club Sponsor; B.S. M.S.- Radford U. Ms. Diane Rowe, English; French; B.A.-Emory Henry. Mr. Dan Viars, Special Education; Coach-JV Boy’s and Girl’s Basket- ball; Coach-Girl’s Tennis; B.S.- Radford U. High School Faculty—93 To Be Or Not To Be To be or not to be was the question for Title I Reading in 1981-82. By re-routing Mrs. Rae Honaker, an aide we kept the program and aided Resource LD children needing remedial reading. MR; BS-Bluefield Aides do much more than grade pa- State College. pers. Their assistance to teachers and Mrs. Diane Phipps, students is invaluable. Probably the Title I Reading; greatest contribution has been in help- BS-Radford U., ing students to “catch up.” MA-Ball State U. Mrs. Violet Bird, First and Fourth Grade Aide Mrs. Helen Blankenship, Special Education Aide and Transporta- tion person. Mrs. Joyce Cassell, Third and Fifth Grade Aide. Mrs. Oma Farmer, Title I Reading Aide. Mrs. Mary Lee Tickle, Title I Reading Aide. Mrs. Ruth Wimmer, Kindergarten Aide. ; Mrs. Helen Blankenship as- Mrs. Rae Honaker checks work as Scott Lambert Dent's reading progress. sists Sean Thornsberry as and Wayne Davis wait for approval. Michael McPeak does art work. 94—Personnel Q rs ] Y _— } — ' LS amr Mr. Charlie Muncy, Head Custodian . hes r as _ . t _ ee pt. aaa po ac LUNCHROOM WORKERS: Doris Tibbs, Hazel Elli- BUS DRIVERS: Margaret Miller, Brenda Pike, Sarver, son and Mary Melvin Becky Harris, Eugene Mustard, Frankie Warden, Mark Harris, David Bane. Personnel—95 Active Faculty Anyone more active than BHS faculty had to be the students. Laying aside busy schedules of teaching, paper grad- ing, counseling, testing, coaching, and sponsoring, faculty found time to play volleyball and basketball against those a formidable foes “the students.” Mrs. Nancy Gamble assem- Mr. Gary Collins surprised by the camera was bled materials. flanked by Tina Fulford, Missy Lewis, and Ronnie Clemons. wo , d : 0 — Mr. Marvin Cantrell observed Mr. Rich- Faculty cheerleaders — Mrs. Margie Powers, Mrs. Ruth Havens, ard Havens battling at the net with Joey and Miss Libby Smith Bane and Mark Newberry. Comparing notes during faculty meeting were Mrs. Kay Mabe did Lunch break for Mrs. Jes- 96—Faculty Mrs. Chris Bird and Mrs. Carolyn Bane. her thing at the volley- sie Kegley ball net FIRST VIRGINIA BANK BLAND COUNTY First Virginia Bank of Bland County proudly continues to support the youth of our community: the quality of our future depends on them. We congratulate you as you graduate and go on to young adulthood. 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Fulton St Se ; Wytheville, Va. 24382 (703) 228-2777 Congretulations 5 Class of bey : 1982 REED CREEK MILLING Box 326 Wytheville, Virginia 24382 Compliments of SERVICE GAS CO., INC. Burner Service Heating Oils 228-5569 228-5568 Wytheville, Virginia GENE’S TV SHOP Sylvania Color TV 245 E. Spring Street Wytheville, VA 24382 SMITH’S LEE HI AUTO PARTS 24 Hour Service Phone 228-3931 228-3912 W. Lee Highway — Wytheville, VA New Used Auto Parts — Wrecker Service J. Frank Smith Owner COLLEEN’S COIFFURE 136 Tazewell St. Wytheville. VA 228-4882 Open Tues. thru Sat. By appointment Men Women French Braiding Available EARNEST INSURANCE AGENCY All Lines of Insurance Daniel P. Earnest, Jr. Zareda S. Earnest Phone: 688 3795 Bastian, VA 24314 JOHN’S BEAUTY SHOP Complete Hair Care Phone: 688-4232 Bastian, Virginia 290 W. Madison UNION LUI TEXTRON, CAMCAR TOOL Camcar Division of Textron, Inc. Wytheville, Virginia 703-228-3156 HEATH OIL SERVICE Wytheville, VA “Union 76 Distributor” WYTHE LUMBER COMPANY, INC. Lumber — Building Material Manufacturers of Wood Products Phone: 228-2401 Wytheville, Virginia RED WING MODERN SHOE STORE 279 West Main Wytheville, VA SPECIALIZING IN YARNS AND NEEDLECRAFT PHONE 1-703-228-4561 Be Olde Shetland Shoppe 465 WEST MAIN STREET WYTHEVILLE. VIRGINIA 24382 CARROLL'S GROCERY General Merchandise Groceries and Frozen Foods Phone: 928-1313 Rocky Gap, VA MOTEL 228-4812 JOHNSON’S P.C. Miller Owner W. Lee Highway Ads—103 Financial Plans Service Corp. LEON LOUTHEN Insurance Analysis Financial Estate Analysis Business Planning Retirement Fringe Benefit Plans Grubb Building 213 W. Main Street Wytheville, VA 24382 Bus. 703 228-3991 Res.703 228-2097 HOBERT N. GRUBB INC. Plumbing and Heating Mill Supplies Phone: 228-3191 Wytheville, Virginia (703) 228-5361 a Charlie’s Radiator Pipe Shop PIPES MADE INSTALLED COMPLETE RADIATOR WORK CHARLIE SMITH US 11 WEST Owner WYTHEVILLE, VA 24382 TUCKER PONTIAC: ‘BUICK, INC. ie ) Auctions ane W. Jeff Burton ae il Auctioneer Lic. Bonded in Va. W. Va. WYTHE FUEL SERVICE, INC. Railroad Ave. Wytheville, VA 24382 Fuel Oil — Kerosene Phone: 228-4512 Your Dependable Heating Oil Distributor CLAY FORD TRACTOR SALES INC. Tractors Wytheville, VA 24382 Equipment 228-3178 Christiansburg, VA 24073 382-2996 (703) 228-2791 (703) 228-5404 TWO-WAY RADIO, INC. COMMUNICATION SERVICE FRED W. COX P.O. Box 334 President Wytheville, VA 24382 East Lee Hwy. P.O. Box 60 Wytheville, VA 24382 Phone (703) 228-2111 BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS 703-928-1413 Bland, VA of ’82 Full Line of Mine Industrial Supplies Serving the Heartlands of Coal Country SERVICE ERWIN SUPPLY CO. 304 592-1000 Shinnston, W. Va. 703 928-1511 Rocky Gap, Va. Ads—105 VIRGINIA PARTS OF WYTHEVILLE FIRST FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION OF ROANOKE Wytheville Branch 350 E. Main Street Wytheville, Virginia 24382 FOWLKES MACHINE CO., INC. Authorized SPERRY NEW HOLLAND KUBOTA Farm Equipment Cassel Road — 228-2513 case Wytheville, Va. 24382 BLAND SUPPLY COMPANY Electric — Plumbing — Heating Supplies Bland, VA Phone: 688-3349 Dillon’s IGA GR Foodliners And Foodette Foodliner Located on Calhoun St. HOWARD JOHNSON’S RESTAURANT DAILY SPECIALS MW WM PEN 24 HOURS A Day HOWARD | Banquet Facilities Jounsons$ Exit — I-77 Wytheville, VA 24382 I-81 228-2425 BSHER INANCE E Cn INC. 865 E. Main St. Wytheville, Virginia 228-5454 ECONO-TRAVEL MOTOR HOTELS 1190 E. Main Street Phone: Wytheville, VA 24382 (703) 228-5517 Camcan Supporter of ICT Program CONGRATULATIONS 1982 Graduates of Bland High School From the Employees of AMERICAN SCREW COMPANY . Camcar Division of Textron, Inc. ie” AMERICAN Wytheville, Virginia =) G tN Fast Since 1838 reatest Name in Fasteners Since “An Equal Opportunity Employer M F” Thanks Bland For Your Support Aubrey L. Whitlow Kathy Davidson AUBREY’S HAIR PLACE 310 S. 4th Street Wytheville, VA 24382 Patty Hylton 228-4214 Ads—107 = eroguip ROANOKE FASHIONS AEROQUIP CORPORATION WYTHEVILLE PLANT Roanoke Fashions, Inc. ENGINEERED RUBBER PRODUCTS P.O. Box 213, Route 1 Wytheville, Virginia 24381 Bastian, VA. 24312 Phone BEST WISHES (703) 688-3335 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M F H BLAND COUNTY MEDICAL CLINIC Route 1, Bastian, Virginia NEWBERRY FUNERAL HOME K Robert G. Newberry Barry L. Newberry Business Hours: Phone: 688-3314 Mon., Wed., Fri.; 8:30 AM-5:00 PM Tues.: 12:00 PM-8:30 PM Bland, VA 24315 Thurs.: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM Medical Services: 688-4331 or 688-4251 Pharmacy 688-4204 108—Ads DUNN’S RESTAURANT CLINE’S BODY SHOP Bland, Virginia Route 4, Box 205-C Specializing in Good, Down-Home Body and Fender Repair Country Cooking at Very PPG Glass Reasonable Prices Phone: 228-3881 688-3851 Wytheville, Virginia CROWEGY REALTY SMITH OIL COMPANY y CORPORATION REALTOR® Gasoline — Fuel — Oil Robert G. Crowegy, Jr., Realtor Chapman Road at Interstate Exit 23 Bland, Virginia P.O. Box 107 Wytheville, VA 24382 Phone: 688-3698 BOGLE TIRE AND AUTO SERVICE gS SOUTHERN STATES WYTHEVILLE COOP, INC. PENDLETON CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION GRADING SINCE 1910 Consider a Career in Construction READY-MIX CONCRETE P.O. Box 549 Wytheville, Virginia 24382 CRUSHED STONE PAVING Area Code 703 Telephone 228-3051 BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION BURLINGTON INDUSTRIES KLOPMAN DIVISION NEWBERN PLANT JAMES INSURANCE AGENCY All Kinds of Insurance . P.O. Box 440 Aree Mountain. Security Savings Loan Bldg: Wytheville, Virginia 24382 Telephone: (703) 228-5535 THE BLAND MESSENGER ONLY NEWS AND ADVERTISING MEDIUM SERVING BLAND COUNTY Published By Southwest Virginia Enterprise BUSINESS OFFICE: Wytheville, Va. NEWS OFFICE: Bland, Va. 110—Ads COMMUNITY HEALTH CARE SUPPLIES HOMECARE Rental Sales 365 WEST RIDGE ROAD WYTHEVILLE, VA. 24382 VOUR.ONE SOURCE Phone (703) 228-3081 BEDS SAFETY SIDE RAILS foal fi Manual Full Electric Trapeze Bars Mattresses Restraints FOR BEDS ALL AMBULATORY AIDS COMMODES Bathtub Benches Seats Elevated Toilet Seats AMBULATORY Mattresses Covers Traction Equipment Overbed Tables AIDS BATHROOM WHEELCHAIRS SAFETY bf alkers Crutches Toilet Safety Rails Frames Canes Oxygen Equipment OXYGEN THERAPY EQUIPMENT Concentrators Suction Equipment BOOSTERS Dr. C. O. Finne, M.D. dames J. McConnell, M.D. Dr. J. R. Willis Rider’s Grocery Dr. D. R. Throckmorton, D.D.S. Ruth’s Beauty Salon Dorothy Wright Wythe Surgical Associates Radiology Consultants Dr. David T. Wilson, D.D.S. Dr. O. J. Campbell, D.D.S. Dr. S. M. Polakoff Dr. John P. Baumgardner Dr. C. E. Stark, M.D. enco AMUSEMENT CO., INC. Phone (703) 688-3346 P.O. Box 237 Bland, Va. 24315 STATE FARM INSURANCE ® For Insurance Call JACK KING, Agent Main St. — P.O. Box 26 Bland, Virginia 24315 Office 688-4501 Res. 688-4475 STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois 112—Ads “gy (omorrows a become a todays... and future expectations become realities—graduation, a_ job, college, a home—you assume new re- sponsibilities. Just as we do. Because when customers need electric service, we are obligated to provide it. And we always knew that you and your classmates might one day be our customers. That's why we started planning for today ten years ago, so that we could provide electricity for the life- style you choose. We hope we can supply elec- tricity for all your tomorrows, too. APPALACHIAN POWER HOME OWNED OPERATED QUALITY SELECTIONS COMPLETE HOME FURNISHING NATIONAL ADVERTISED BRANDS FREE DECORATING SERVICE are BILL KING'S WAYSIDE, INC. ONE MILE WEST W. LEE HWY. WYTHEVILLE, VA. Phone: 703-228-5591 Tennplor Spinning Mitts, Vireinia, ine. fo? 9 ITT A CD4CALC:td of Serve Pi etned 1150 SOUTH THIRD STREET WYTHEVILLE, VIRGINIA 24382 FARMER’S MILLING AND SUPPLY Calhoun Street Wytheville, Virginia 228-2971 Feed — Fertilizer — Seed Bulk Fertilizer Blending Liquid Nitrogen Spreading WYTHEVILLE CLEANERS Coin Laundry Rent Steamex Rug Cleaners 545 E. Main Street Wytheville, Virginia 9:30-5:30 Mon.-Sat. 9:30-8:00 Friday Phone 228-8611 Wytheville, Va. Ads—113 DUNN MOTORS, INC. Granada—Ford— Thunderbird Mustang— Escort FORD SALES SERVICE Phone: 688-3316 Nights: 688-3317 BLAND, VIRGINIA MELVIN ENTERPRISES State Registered Contractor BUILDER, RESIDENTIAL COMMERC IAL REMODELING SEPTIC TANKS, HAULING LOADER BACKHOE John Melvin—668-4508 Bland, Virginia WYTHEVILLE MOTOR SUPPLY, INC. 345 East Main Street Wytheville, VA 24382 228-3135 “Everything Automotive” CONGRATULATIONS TO THE GRADUATING CLASS OF ’81 BLAND SPORTSWEAR Bland, Virginia Phone: 688-3224 BUILDER’S SUPERMARKET OF WYTHEVILLE, INC. Complete Line of Building Supplies Oak Flooring—Hardware— Roofing Paints—Sash and Doors Electrical— Plumbing Phone: 228-2121 Exit 21, I-81, Rt. 21 North Wytheville, Virginia KIDD CHEVROLET, INC. Bland, Virginia Phone: 688-3311 CARS ARE LIKE EGGS They are cheaper in the country. SCOTT’S IGA Bland County’s Only Full Service Supermarket Be An Independent Shopper Shop IGA Open 7 Days A Week Bland, VA Phone: 688-4461 KAWASAKI HONDA SUZUKI MARK IV Wytheville, VA 24382 (703) 228-3118 Mon.—Sat. 8:30-5:30 LOG CABIN RESTAURANT For Banquets, Meetings and Catering U.S. 21, 52, 42, I-77 Bland, VA Phone (703) 688-3511 STYLES SMILES BEAUTY SALON Libby Faulkner — Owner Bland, VA 668-4481 Compliments of Dr. B.B. Jesse, III VETERINARIAN =—“ BLUEFIELD,W.VA BAILEY BLUEFIELD, vA GILBERT, W. VA COVINGTON, VA MULLENS, W. VA. GRUNDY, VA MATOAKA, W. VA PEARISBURG, VA NORTHFORK, W. VA. RICHLANDS, VA OAK HILL, W. VA. WYTHEVILLE, VA. PRINCETON, W. VA MARION, VA WAR, W. VA. TAZEWELL, VA WELCH. W. VA GALAX. VA LUMBER COMPANY MAIN OFFICE — BLUEFIELD, WEST VIRGINIA “Buy Better Bargains — Buy Bailey” MODERN FARM EQUIPMENT, INC. Lawn Garden Farmall International Tractors Farm Tractors Equipment Sales— Parts—Service Wytheville, VA Phone 228-2641 1035 W. Main St. INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER DIXIE COCA COLA BOTTLING COMPANY, INC. Bristol, Virginia BERNARD’S GROCERY Grocery, Hardware, and Gas Rt. 2 Bland, VA 24315 Phone (703) 688-3758 ® THE FLAT TOP NATIONAL BANK OF BLUEFIELD Member F.D.I.C. Federal at Raleigh Street Bluefield, West Virginia 24701 “An Equal Opportunity Employer” Septic Systems ¢ Pond Digging ¢ Silage Pits ¢ Water Lines ¢ Basements ¢ Gravel Star Rt. “It's Cheaper Our Way” DAVIS EXCAVATING Residential Commercial Grading Backhoe Work ¢ Grade Work ¢ Land Cleared ¢ Driveways ¢ Dynamite Work eFill Dirt Box 75 Dublin, VA Phone (703) 228-4640 Ads—117 Special Congratulations to the Class of ’82 Authorized Dealer WHITE’S Auto Stores “The Home of Greater Values” WHITE’S AUTO STORE Automotive, Hardware, Bland, VA 24315 Toys Phone: 688-3321 PULASKI WATCH REPAIR AND STAR BARBER SHOP Samuel Corder Jewelry Watch Repairman Barber Stylist Fayette and Daniel Corder 123 West Main Street Pulaski, Virginia Phone 980-3722 BLUEFIELD BUSINESS MACHINES CO. Authorized Sales Service For Remington Office Machines Harry M. Cash 327 North Street Bluefield, WV 24701 Phone 304-327-6818 WYTHE COUNTY ANIMAL CLINIC Drs. L.T. S.L. Taylor DY tS +14 Rt. 4 Box 208 Wytheville, Virginia 24382 Phone 228-2322 BLAND MINI MART Owners BETTY and JERRY EATON RANDY NEWBERRY Bland, Virginia 24315 688-4711 QUMRY COS= yp Radio Shack S 132 WEST MAIN STREET 100 W. Main Street WYTHEVILLE, VIRGINIA 24382 Downtown Wytheville, VA Ss 8-83 4 (703) 228-8301 se 228-4231 MONTGOMERY WARD Compliments of Wytheville, VA Pl Call 228-5454 pty thee BLAND MOBIL Let us order for you! MUSTARD’S STORE THE TOWN ’N TWEED SHOP Groceries — Feed 1609 Bland St., P.O. Box 1377 Mechanicsburg Bluefield, W. VA.24701 688-4301 Rt. 2, Bland VA GORDON’S STORE Smith's : Cg = Jewelers Silversmiths oute 2, Bland, Wytheville, Va. 24382 : Retail Jewelers Since 1920 688-3801 James G. Smith Area 703-228-3814 WOODLAND bh KINCER MILLER SALES SERVIC HARDWARE COMPANY Box 1 Routes 100 460 Spee elf ae Ph. 921-1531 Pearisburg, VA 24134 ythevile, Virginia Karen Dillow Compliments of Bland, VA 688-4575 RC COLA Tupperware Manager DEBBIE RENE ATWELL—Mr. and Mrs. John S. Atwell; VICA President 81-82; Library Club 78-81; FBLA 79-81; VICA 81-82; Pep Club 80-81; Snowqueen candidate 81-82 (VICA) JOSEPH FOSTER BANE—Sadie M. Bane; FFA Vice- President 81-82; FFA 78-82; FBLA 81-82; JV Basketball 79-80; Varisty Basketball 80-82; Tennis 80-81 NAVADA JANE BANES—Mr. and Mrs. William D. Banes; FHA 77-81 ROBERT DARRELL BANES—Mr. and Mrs. William D. Banes; FFA 76-78 MICHAEL THOMAS BARKER—Mr. and Mrs. William H. Barker; Who’s Who 81-82; Reporter Senior Class 81- 82; Beta Club 80-82; FFA 80-81; VICA 81-82; Varsity Soccer 79-80 RICHARD JOSEPH BARTLESON, JR.—Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Bartleson, Sr.; FFA 77-81; French Club 80-81; Science Club 81-82; Field Day participant 80-81 SHEILA DENISE CARROLL—Mr. and Mrs. Lewis L. Carroll; FHA pin 78-79; Newspaper Staff 81-82; Library Club 80-81; FHA 78-80; Chorus 78-79; 4-H 79-81 JEFFREY DIRK CASSELL—Mr. and Mrs. Otho Cas- sell; Who’s Who 80-82; The Society of Distinguished American High School Students 80-82; Geography Award; Algebra I and II Award; Science Award; Geome- try Award; Business Math Award; History Award; DAR Recipient 81-82; Junior Vice-President 80-81; Beta Presi- dent 81-82; French Club 78-80; Beta Club 80-82; 8th Grade Basketball; Varsity Basketball 78-79 and 81-82; Advertising Editor THE ECHO 81-82 DORIE ANNETTE CATTERTON—Eula M. Catterton; FHA 76-79; VICA 80-82 GENEVA DIANE CLARK—Mrs. Julia Hays and Mr. Donald Clark; Who’s Who 81-82; The Society of Distin- guished American High School Students 81-82; Typing I award; Business Math award; English 9 award; General Business award; Geography award; History award; Ju- nior Secretary 80-81; FBLA Secretary 80-81; French Club 80-81; Pep Club ’81; FBLA 80-81; Science Club 81- 82; Beta Club 80-82; Band 77-78; Volleyball 80-81; Tennis 78-82; JV Cheerleader; Co-captain 78-79; Captain 79-80; Varsity Cheerleader 80-81; Captain 81-82; Newspaper Staff 78-79; Feature Editor 81-82; Business Manager THE ECHO 80-81; Co-editor THE ECHO 81-82; Harvest Festival Queen 78-79; FBLA Radford Region Historian 80-81; Sweetheart Queen candidate 80-81; National Mer- it Science Award 81-82 MARK DWAINE COMPTON—Randy Compton; Per- fect Attendance 80-81; 4-H’er of the month 77-78; VICA 81-81; Who’s Who 81-82; JV Basketball 77-78; Varsity Basketball 78-81; Tennis 78-80; Chorus 79-80 REBECCA YVONNE CONLEY—Dewey and Landon Conley; Eighth Grade Vice-President 77-78; FHA Histo- rian 81-82; VICA Vice-President 80-81; FHA 80-82; VICA 80-81; Science Club 81-82; Tumbling Team (Colum- bia, S.C.) 77-78 SHARON ALLEN CONLEY—Mr. and Mrs. Henry A. Conley; Chorus Award (Honor Choir) 78-79; Citizenship Award; Chorus Librarian 78-79; Library Club President 80-81; Library Club Vice President 81-82; VICA Vice President 81-82; FBLA Historian 80-81; FBLA 79-81; VICA 81-82; Library Club 78-82; SCA 79-80; Newspaper Staff 80-81; 4-H 78-82; Chorus 78-79; Flag Girl 80-81; JV Cheerleader 78-79 JOSEPH MARK CROCKETT—Mr. and Mrs. Albert C. Brookman; 4-H Sergeant-at-arms 77-80; State 4-H Con- gress 76-81; National 4-H Congress 80-81; Electric Con- gress 79-80; Resource Development Conference,p 80-81; FFA 76-82; Poultry Production 79; Judging Team 79-81; State Convention Delegate 79-80 ANTHONY PAUL DILLOW—Mr. and Mrs. Woodrow Dillow; FFA 77-81; VICA 81-82; Chorus 78-79; 4-H 77- 78; Eighth Grade Basketball 77-78; JV 78-79; Varsity 79- 82; Co-captain Varsity 80-81 DAVID NORMAN DILLOW—Mr. and Mrs. David E. Dillow; Who’s Who 81-82; Dramatics Reporter 81-82; Beta Club 81-82; Drama Club 81-82; Science Club 81-82; Sports Staff THE ECHO 81-82; Eighth Grade Basketball 77-78; JV 78-80; Varisty 80-82; Tennis 79-80; Baseball 81-82 RHONDA GAYLE ETTER—Mr. and Mrs. Sam S. Etter; Math II Award; Shorthand Certificate; Radford Regional Competition Shorthand I Third Place Certificate (FBLA); FBLA Treasurer 80-81; Reporter 81-82; Pep Club Treasur- er 80-82; Library Club President 81-82; Grade Editor THE HILLTOP NEWS 81-82; FBLA 79-82; Pep Club 80- 82; Library Club 77-82; Chorus 78-82; SCA 81-82; Beta Club 81-82; Newspaper Staff 80-82; THE ECHO Staff; Honor Choir 78-79; JV Cheerleader 78-79; Jr. Miss Bland County 78; Sweetheart Candidate 80-81; Flag Girl 81-82 ROBERT EDWARD FULFORD—Louise Fulford; FFA 78-82; JV Basketball 79-80; Varisty 80-82; Baseball 81- 82 LAURA EVELYN GORDON—Mr. and Mrs. Donald F. Gordon; Who’s Who 80-82; The Society of Distinguished American High School Students 80-82; Who’s Who Among American High School Athletes 81-82; Mountain Empire All-District Team 81-82; Geography award; Sci- ence award; English 9 award; Biology award; History; French I award; Freshman President 78-79; Sophomore President 79-80; Senior Vice President 81-82; SCA Re- presentative 77-78; SCA Treasurer 78-79; SCA Secretary 79-80; SCA President 81-82; French Club Vice President 79-80; 4-H Vice President 77-78; French Club 79-81; 4-H 77-78; Beta Club 80-82; Science Club 81-82; FBLA 81-82; Pep Club 81-82; JV Basketball 77-79; Varsity 79-82; Co- captain 81-82; Volleyball 79-81; Field Day participant 79- 80; THE HILLTOP NEWS Staff 79-80; THE ECHOL Sports Staff 81-82; Boys JV and Varsity Scorekeeper 79- 82; Homecoming Queen Candidate 79-80; Snow Queen Candidate 81-82; Bluefield Daily Telegraph All-Area Team 81-82; National Merit Science Award 81-82 Senior Statistics—121 STELLA LUCILLE GRAY—Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Cregger; Typing I award; Shorthand I award; Office Prac- tice award; Business Math award; Perfect attendance 78- 79; Library Club Treasurer 79-81; Vice President 81-82; FBLA Treasurer 81-82; Library Club 79-82; SCA 80-81; FBLA 79-82; Beta Club 80-82; THE ECHO Staff; Miss Echo Candidate 80-81 LORA MACHEL GROSECLOSE—Mr. and Mrs. Jerry W. Groseclose; Who’s Who 81-82; Office Practice Award 80-81; FBLA Spelling Certificate; FBLA President 81-82; Senior Secretary 81-82; SCA Vice President 80-81; FBLA 80-82; SCA 80-81; Beta Club 80-82; THE ECHO Business Manager 81-82; Homecoming Queen Candidate 78-79; Sweetheart Queen 2nd Runner-up 80-81; Miss Echo Can- didate 79-80; Prom Committee 80-81; Perfect Attendance 77-79 JUANITA ANN BOYD HARMAN—Mr. and Mrs. John Boyd; Timothy Harman; Transfer from Floyd County High School; FHA 77-78; Ban 77-81 JAMES HENRY HARPER—Mr. and Mrs. Ralph L. Han- cock; Business Math award; Perfect Attendance 77-82; Freshman Sergeant-at-arms 78-79; Junior Reporter 80- 81; Editorial Editor THE HILLTOP NEWS 80-81; Editor- in-Chief THE HILLTOP NEWS 81-82; FBLA Parliamen- tarian 81-82; THE HILLTOP NEWS Staff 79-82; French Club 78-81; FBLA 80-82; Beta Club 80-82; Science Club 81-82; Young Republicans 81-82; Who’s Who 80-82; Pep Club 81-82; THE ECHO Sports Staff 81-82; Baseball 81- 82 TERESA JUANITA HARRIS—Mr. and Mrs. Roy Har- ris; FHA Pin 77-78; Perfect Attendance Award 79-81; Lab Assistant Award 80-81; FHA 77-78; FBLA 80-82; Beta Club 80-82; THE HILLTOP NEWS Staff 81-82; Field Day Participant 79-81 EDWARD TODD HOGE—Eddie Hoge and Nancy K. Hoge; SCA Sergeant-at-arms 78-79; Eighth Grade Bas- ketball 77-78; Varsity 78-82; Co-captain 80-82; Tennis 78- 80 KAREN VIRGINIA HOUNSHELL—Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Hounshell; Who’s Who 80-82; Band Award 78-79; Solo Ensemble Band Festival Grade 1 80-81; National Merit Science award 81-82; Eighth Grade, Freshman, Sopho- more, Junior, Senior Treasurer 77-82; 4-H Treasurer 79- 80; Band President 78-80; SCA Chaplain 79-80; SCA Treasurer 80-81; French Club Secretary-Treasurer 79-81; THE ECHO Business Staff Manager; Science Club Presi- dent 81-82; FBLA Secretary 81-82; Beta Secretary 81-82; Band 77-80; French Club 79-81; Beta Club 80-82; FBLA 80-82; Science Club 81-82; THE ECHO Staff; Pep Club 81-82; SCA 79-82; 4-H 79-81; JV Basketball 77-80; Varsi- ty 80-82; Homecoming Candidate 78-79 and 80-81; Vol- leyball Scorekeeper 79-80; Co-captain Varsity Basketball 81-82; Field Day 79-80 LISA MICHELE KING—Mr. and Mrs. Robert King; VICA President 81-82; VICA 79-82; Library 79-80; FHA 79-82; Chorus 78-79; Volleyball 79-80; Snow Queen Can- didate 81-82 122—Senior Statistics MARK KEITH KING—Mr. and Mrs. Karl King; FFA 75- 82; JV Basketball 79-80; Perfect Attendance 77-80 ROBERT CARSON KING—Mr. and Mrs. Danny C, King; VICA 81-82; Art Club 81-82; FFA 77-82 REBECCA KAY LAMBERT—Mr. and Mrs. Luke Lam- bert; State of Virginia Merit Award 81; FHA 78-82; FFA 81-82; SCA 81-82 PAUL ALAN LUCAS—Mr. and Mrs. James E. Lucas; French Club 78-79; FBLA 80-81; Pep Club 80-81; Art Club 81-82; Drama Club 81-82; FFA 77-78; Science Club 81-82; Tennis 80-81 SYLVIA LAKE RAMSEY MABRY —Mr. and Mrs. Owen H. Ramsey; Mr. Michael L. Mabry; First Vice President FHA 81-82; Second Vice President FHA 79-80; FHA 79- 82; VICA 80-81; Chorus 81-82; 4-H 77-78 and 80-81 PAMELA KAYE MELVIN—Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Melvin; Who's Who 81-82; Typing I award; 4-H President 81-82; FBLA Historian 81-82; French 78-81; Library Club 79-82; FBLA 80-82; Pep Club 80-82; 4-H 77-82; Beta Club 80-82; THE HILLTOP NEWS Staff 81-82; THE ECHO Copy Staff 81-82; Chorus 78-79 CONNIE MARIE MILLIRONS—Mr. and Mrs. Mason Vance Millirons; FHA Degree Pin 79-80; Library Certifi- cate 79-80; FHA Reporter 81-82; Library Club 78-82; FHA 78-82 CARLA DENISE MOREHEAD—Mr. and Mrs. Alton P. Morehead, Jr.; FHA Secretary 79-80; FHA Vice Presi- dent 80-81; FHA President 81-82; 4-H President 81-82; VICA 80-81; Senior 4-H 77-82; FHA 78-82 TERESA ANN MOREHEAD—Mr. and Mrs. Alton P. Morehead, Jr.; FHA Treasurer 79-80; FHA Recreation Leader 78-79; FHA 77-82; VICA 80-81; 4-H 77-81; Cho- rus 81-82 KAMALA JO ANN NEEL—Mrs. Marie Neel; Who's Who 81-82; Local Quill and Scroll Award 78-79; THE HILLTOP NEWS Editorial Editor 79-80 and 81-82; Ju- nior President 80-81; Art Club President 81-82; Drama Vice President 81-82; Pep Club Vice President 81-82; Beta 80-82; Drama Club 81-82; French 79-81; 4-H 77-79; Library Club 77-78; Pep Club 81-82; JV Cheerleader 78- 79; Co-captain 79-80; Varsity 81-82; Homecoming Queen 1982; Miss Echo Candidate 78-79; May Queen Candidate 79-80; Prom Committee Chairperson 80-81; Snow Queen Candidate 81-82; United States National Speech and Drama Award 81-82 DANIEL ALLAN NEWBERRY—dJohn Price Newberry, Sr.; Drama Club President 81-82; FFA 79-82; Drama Club 81-82; Science Club 81-82 DAWN ELIZABETH NEWBERRY—Mr. and Mrs. Wil- liam P. Newberry; VICA Parliamentarian 81-82; Chorus Secretary-Treasurer 79-80; Band Secretary-Treasurer 79- 80; THE ECHO Staff (Photographer); Pep Club 80-82; VICA 81-82; 4-H 78-80; Library Club 78-82; FBLA 79-81; Band 77-80; Chorus 78-81; JV Basketball 79-80; Varsity 81-82; Tennis 80-82; Volleyball 79-82 JEFFREY MARQUIS NEWBERRY—Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Newberry; Who’s Who 81-82; VICA Parlia- mentarian 80-81; Beta 80-82; VICA 80-82; FFA 78-80; Pep Club 80-81; Eighth Grade Basketball 77-78; JV 79-80 LARRY CROCKETT NEWBERRY—Mr. and Mrs. May- nard A. Newberry; Who’s Who 81-82; FFA Public Speak- ing Award 80-81; United States National Speech and Drama Award 81-82; Harvest Festival King 78; Sopho- more Vice President 79-80; Pep Club President 80-82; Drama Club Sergeant-at-arms 81-82; FFA Treasurer 81- 82; FFA Federation Sentinel 81-82; Band 77-80; FFA 80- 82; French Club 78-79; 4-H 77-82; Pep Club 80-82; Drama Club 81-82; SCA 81-82; THE ECHO STAFF; Tennis 78- 79; JV Basketball 79-80; Solo Ensemble 79-80; State 4-H Congress 80-81; State FFA Delegate 81; District Foren- sics Competition 81-82; District One Act Play Festival 81-82; FFA Federation Public Speaking Contest 81-82 MARK YOUNG NEWBERRY—Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Newberry; Mountain Empire All-District Team 80-81; Horse Proficiency award 79-80; FFA Sentinel 79-80; Treasurer 80-81; President 81-82; Drama Club Treasurer 81-82; Beta Club 80-82; Pep Club 80-82; SCA; Drama Club 81-82; FFA 77-82; 4-H 77-82; United States Nation- al Speech and Drama Award 81-82; Eighth Grade Bas- ketball 77-78; JV 78-79; Varsity 79-82; Co-captain 80-82; Baseball 81-82; Field Day Participant 80-81 WARD CLIFTON PAULE Y—Mr. and Mrs. Ward G. Pau- ley; FFA 78-82; Drama Club 81-82; Chorus 79-81 TERRI LAINE PRICE—Mr. and Mrs. Randall Price, Jr.; Chorus award (pianist); Citizenship award; FBLA Report- er 80-81; Library Club Secretary 80-81; VICA Secretary 81-82; Chorus Vice President 80-81; THE HILLTOP NEWS Staff 80-81; FBLA 79-81; Library Club 79-82; VICA 81-82; SCA 81-82; 4-H 78-81; JV Cheerleader 79- 80; Tennis 79-80; Flag Girl 79-81; Homecoming Queen Candidate 79-80; Miss Echo Candidate 78-79; Office Worker 80-82 WENDI GAIL PRICE—Mr. and Mrs. Randall Price, Jr.; The Society of Distinguished American High School Stu- dents 81-82; English 8 award; General Business award; Typing I award; Science award; United States National Speech and Drama Award 81-82; Library Club Vice President 80-81; French Club Reporter 80-81; 4-H Song Leader 79-81; Recreation Leader 78-79; FBLA Vice Presi- dent 80-81; Radford Regional Historian 80-81; Parlia- mentary Law Team 80-81; Library Club Vice President 80-81; French Club Reporter 80-81; FBLA Vice President 80-81; Radford Region Historian 80-81; 4-H Song Leader 79-81; Recreation Leader 78-79; Beta Club 81-82; Jr. Beta Club 80-81; French Club 78-81; Library Club 78-81; FBLA 79-81; Drama Club 81-82; Pep Club 81-82; THE HILLTOP NEWS Staff 80-82; Science Club 81-82; 4-H Club 78-81; JV Cheerleader 79-80; Varsity Cheerleader 81-82; Tennis 79-82; Manager 78-79; Basketball manager 80-81; Sweet- heart candidate 81; Miss Bland County 1981; Homecom- ing Candidate 80-81 JONATHAN LESTER SARVER—Mr. and Mrs. Emory E. Sarver; Biology; French I and II awards; Who’s Who 81-82; Pep Club Secretary 81-82; Library Club 77-78; Beta Club 80-82; Pep Club 81-82; Drama Club 81-82; Science Club 81-82; THE ECHO Staff Photographer 81- 82; District Forensics 81-82 TAMMY DIANE SMELSER—Mr. and Mrs. Floyd W. Smelser; Who’s Who 81-82; 4-H Secretary 77-78; Report- er 81-82; VICA Secretary 78-79; Chorus Vice President 78-79; 4-H 77-82; SCA 77-78; Library Club 78-79; Beta Club 80-82; Pep Club 80-81; Chorus 79-80; Band 78-79; VICA 79-82; Volleyball 78-82 ANDREIA EDWINA STOWERS—Mr. and Mrs. Nor- man P. Stowers; Biology; Band 78-80; THE ECHO Co- editor 81-82; Who’s Who 80-82; Senior President 81-82; Beta Vice President 81-82; SCA Secretary 81-82; Band Librarian 79-80; French Club 79-80; FBLA 81-82; Beta Club 80-82; Pep Club 81-82; 4-H 81-82; Band 78-80; JV Basketball 79-80; Varsity 81-82; Volleyball 79-82; Miss Echo Candidate 81; May Queen Candidate 79 THOMAS LYNN STOWERS—Mr. and Mrs. Minor Stowers; FFA 77-82 DAVE ALLEN THOMAS—Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Thomas; Business Math Award; Civics award; Perfect Attendance 77-81; Drama Club Secretary 81-82; Beta Club 80-82; Drama Club 81-82; Eighth Grade Basketball 77-78; Varsity Basketball 80-82; Tennis 80-82 SHERI ANN TOLBERT—Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Lambert and Mr. Wayne H. (John D.) Tolbert; Typing I; Journalism award; 4-H Veterinary Science award, Who’s Who 80-82; United States National Speech and Drama Award 81-82; Perfect Attendance award 79 -81; French III award; Beta Club Treasurer 81-82; Freshman Vice President 78-79; FBLA Vice President 81-82; SCA Sophomore and Junior Representative 79-81; THE HILLTOP NEWS News Edi- tor 81-82; THE ECHO Copy Editor; Beta Club 80-82; FBLA 80-82; Pep Club 80-82; Drama Club 81-82; Science Club 81-82; French Club 78-81; SCA 79-81; JV Cheer- leader 79-80; Varisty 80-82; Captain 81-82; Prom Com- mittee 80-81; Homecoming Candidate 77-78; Snow Queen Candidate 81-82; Sweetheart Candidate 81-82: District Forensics 81-82; District One Act Play Festival 81-82 WILLIAM WALLACE TALBERT—Mr. and Mrs. Paris Talbert, Jr.; FFA 77-82; JV Basketball 78-80; Eighth Grade 77-78; Varsity 80-82; Field Day Participant 79-81 LEWIS MICHAEL UMBARGER—Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Marshall Umbarger; FFA Second Vice President 80-81; SCA 79-82; FFA 77-82; Who’s Who 81-82 REX LEE WINESETT—Mr. and Mrs. Ira R. Winesett; FFA 77-82 CHRISTOPHER WAYNE WRIGHT—Mr. and Mrs. Tony R. Wright; Art Club 81-82; Library Club 80-82; FFA; 4-H 77-82 ERIC PERRY WRIGHT—Mr. and Mrs. Ted Wright Wright TROY DWAYNE WRIGHT—Mr. and Mrs. Homer Wright WILLIAM RUSSELL WRIGHT—Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Wright; President Freshman Class 78-79; Sophomore Vice President 80-81; FFA 78-81; JV Basketball 79-80 Senior Statistics—123 Academics — 38-44 Ads — 97 Age e, Detria — 89 Agee, Marsha — 39, 44, 72 Alexander, Donna — 78 Alexander, Joyce — 5, 6, 10, 11, 53, 72 Anderson, Debbie — 20, 41, 72, 92 Art Club — 20 Asbury, Karen — 5, 20, 51, 75 Asbury, Marcie — 16, 49, 50, 78 Asbury, Sonja — 5, 6, 11, 44, 53, 72 Atwell, Angela — 15, 83 Atwell, Debbie — 14, 65 Atwell, Linda — 4, 9, 10, 13, 18, 19, 20, 30, 46, 51, 70 Atwell, Shannon — 87 Atkinson, Hampton — 90, 91 Austin, Paula — 12, 41, 78 Baker, Ricky — 49, 70 Band — 15, 17 Bane, Carolyn — 92, 96 Bane, Charles — 14, 70 Bane, David — 95 Bane, Joey — 7, 12, 24, 34, 35, 40, 51, 65, 96 Bane, Sandra — 7, 12, 13, 19, 26, 29, 42, 72 Banes, Darrell — 65 Banes, Jane — 60, 65 Banes, Lynn — 39, 44, 72 Barger, Laymond — 12, 72 Barker, James — 57, 75 Barker, Mike — 4, 14, 19, 43, 64, 65 Barlow, Jackie — 83 Bartleson, Arthur — 7, 12, 75 ° Bartleson, Richard — 20, 23, 43, 64, 65 Basketball — 28, 29, 32-35 Baxley, Amanda — 84 Baxley, Eddie — 12, 33, 40, 72 Baxley, Everett — 20, 78 Baxley, Julie — 85 Beamer, Fred — 72, 91, 92 Bell, Elizabeth — 88 Bevil, Wanda — 13, 16, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 50, 70 Beta — 4,5 Bird, Becky — 56, 87 Bird, Chip — 49, 84 Bird, Christine — 18, 20, 78, 92, 96 Bird, Louise — 8, 85 Bird, Rusty — 86 Bird, Tommy — 19, 32, 40, 75, 92 Bird, Violet — 94 Blank, Kevin — 85 Blank, Richard — 82 Blank, Therasa — 15, 81 Blankenship, David — 12, 20, 32, 40, 44, 78 Blankenship, Helen — 94 Blevins, Angela — 82 Blevins, Brian — 83 Blevins, Cindy — 61, 90 124—Index Blevins, Jimmy — 49, 84 Blevins, Junior — 84 Blevins, Lola — 39, 75 Blevins, Mark — 85 Blevins, Tammy — 39, 75 Boardwine, Bobby — 86 Boardwine, Doug — 85 Boardwine, Kim — 11, 78 Bogle, Phillip — 15, 81 Bowen, Tiffany — 84 Bowles, Chris — 88 Bowles, Kenneth — 88 Bowles, Kevin — 87 Braithwaite, David — 5, 17, 20, 75 Bridges, Beth — 89 Brooks, Eric — 89 Brown, Jimmy — 53, 75, 77 Brown, Robbie — 86 Brown, Tina — 86 Burhcam, Tania — 11, 18, 39, 75 Burge, Paul — 95 Burton, Billy — 15, 83 Burton, Heather — 87 Burton, Sherre — 88 Bus Driver — 95 Candids — 52, 53, 96 Cann, George — 15, 81 Cann, Jason — 85 Cann, Jennifer — 15, 83 Cantrell, Marvin — 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 34, 35, 49, 92, 93, 96 Carlson, Gretchen — 5, 10, 17, 19, 43, 57, 75 Carlson, Karin — 17, 20, 78, 80 Carr, Shawna — 5, 10, 17, 19, 75 Carroll, Sheila — 6, 65 Carroll, Tammy — 5, 6, 20, 75 Carver, Tonnie — 12, 72 Cassell, Alan — 85 Cassell, Andrea — 11, 72 Cassell, Jeff — 4, 9, 34, 35, 41, 46, 51, 65 Cassell, Joyce — 94 Cassell, Melanie — 5, 10, 11, 40, 42, 46, 72 Catterton, Dora — 38, 65 Chandler, Chad — 85 Chandler, David — 86 Cheerleaders — 30 Chewning, Jamie — 82 Chewning, Pam — 58, 86 Chewning, Sonya — 84 Chorus — 15 Citizenship Day Parade — 59 Clark, Geneva — 4, 6, 9, 20, 25, 30, 41, 46, 65 Clark, Tommy — 13, 14, 24, 39, 60, 70 Clemons, Dee — 72 Clemons, Julie — 11, 51, 75 Clemons, Lonnie — 12, 53, 76, 77 Clemons, Matt — 76 Clemons, Melba — 10, 72 Clemons, Randy — 86 Clemons, Ronnie — 12, 78-96 Cline, Tammy — 5, 7, 8, 13, 19, 30, 40, 42, 44, 72 Cochran, Laura — 16, 19, 20, 40, 50, 78 Cochran, Mary Anne — 5, 7, 10, 11, 13, 26, 27, 29, 30, 42, 43, 46, 52, 57, 72 Cochran, Michael — 88 Colley, Wayne — 61, 90 Collins, Gary — 26, 28, 34, 92, 96 Compton, Cecil — 12, 24, 33, 72 Compton, Mark — 14, 64, 65 Conley, Glenda — 4, 8, 11, 19, 20, 42, 70 Conley, Rebecca — 4, 11, 20, 41, 46, 64, 65 Conley, Sharon — 14, 46, 66 Conley, Sherry — 11, 20, 72 Corder, Patricia — 88 Cox, Dreama — 12, 19, 75, 76 Cox, Jeff — 12, 32, 44, 78 Cox, Kaye — 5, 7, 10, 12, 13, 26, 27, 28, 30, 42, 43, 46, 52, 73, 74 Cox, Kevin — 84 Cox, Norman — 12, 78 Cox, Steve — 5, 12, 40, 42, 73 Crabtree, Bill — 12, 22, 53, 92, 93 Creggar, Junior — 95 Crockett, Joey — 12, 49, 66 Dalton, Angels — 87 Dalton, Donna — 5, 7, 10, 11, 30, 42, 43, 46, 52, 73 Dalton, Jeana — 87 Danner, David Ray — 84 Danner, Kim — 15, 81 DAR — 46 Davis, Bradley — 15, 83 Davis, Brent — 61 Davis, Emory — 88 Davis, Freda — 15, 82 Davis, Glenn — 18, 20, 78 Davis, Greg — 12, 76 Davis, Lillie Bea — 86 Davis, Lisa — 15, 82 Davis, Onie — 82 Davis, Pam — 17, 78 Davis, Rachel — 88 Davis, Robert — 89 Davis, Robert Allen — 87 Davis, Rosco — 90 Davis, Santa Fe — 84 Davis, Tammy — 84 Davis, Teddy — 90 Davis, Timmy — 12, 44, 78 Davis, Wayne — 93, 94 Dent, Brian — 89 Dent, Kevin — 90, 94 Dent, Tony — 90 DeWilde, Joe — 12, 17, 78 Dillow, Barry — 19, 32, 78 Dillow, Ben — 12, 19, 32, 44, 78 Dillow, Brad — 83 Dillow, Brook — 89 Dillow, Chris — 86 Dillow, Dawn — 15, 83 Dillow, Donnie — 89 Dillow, Ginger — 87 Dillow, John — 12, 17, 19, 78 Dillow, Kristina — 89 Dillow, Pam — 83 Dillow, Paul — 14, 34, 35, 54, 57, 66 Dillow, Michael — 87 Dillow, Norman — 4, 9, 18, 20, 34, 54, 66 Dillow, Randy — 84 Dillow, Ronnie — 19, 33, 76 Dillow, Tawny — 89 Dillow, Thomas — 14, 53, 73 Dramatics — 18 Drummond, Amy — 15, 81 Duncan, Jimmy — 87 Dunn, Jamie — 88 Dunn, Ruth — 85 ECHO Staff — 9 Echols, Mary — 85 Eighth Grade — 78 Ellison, Arthur — 88 Ellison, Eric — 5, 12, 73 Ellison, Hazel — 95 Ellison, Linda — 5, 7, 8, 13, 19, 40, 42, 44, 46, 51, 57, 61, 73 Ellison, Michael — 88 Etter, David — 19, 73 Etter, Rhonda — 6, 7, 9, 13, 16, 19, 43, 46, 50, 66 Etter, Roger — 12, 32, 40, 44, 79 Faculty, 92, 93 Fanning, Geoffrey — 12, 34, 73 Fanning, Mike — 49, 84 Fanning, Steve — 15, 81 Farley, Kandi — 87 Farlow, Douglas — 12, 76 Farlow, John — 12, 16, 34, 50, 73 Farmer, Oma — 94 Farris, James — 70 Faulkner, Aaron — 89 Faulkner, Eric — 86 Faulkner, Janet — 4, 6, 64, 92 Faulkner, Ricky — 76 FBLA — 7 Ferguson, Tanya — 87 FFA — 12 FHA — 11 Field Day — 22 Fifth Grade — 84 First Grade — 88 Flag Girls — 46 Foglesong, Steven — 12, 79 Foglesong, Winifred — 5, 10, 11, 40, 44, 73 Foltz, David — 92 Fourth Grade — 85 French, Billie — 61, 90 French Club — 10 Freshmen — 75 Froy, Kenny — 19, 32, 79 Fulford, Bobby — 12, 34, 51, 53, 66 Fulford, Tina — 53, 76, 96 Gamble, Nancy — 5, 93, 96 Gibson, Jeremiah — 88 Gibson, Mary — 88 Gilliam, Sarah — 44, 79 Goins, Stephanie — 88 Gordon, Bob — 4, 6, 8, 9, 13, 47, 51, 70 Gordon, Laura — 3, 4, 7, 9, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 34, 36, 46, 64, 66 Graduation “81” — 62 Graham, Cheryl — 84 Graham, Jimmy — 85 Gravley, Charmin — 84 Gravley, Lisa — 15, 81 Gravley, Tammy — 60, 73 Gray, Lucy — 4, 7, 9, 13, 51, 55, 64, 66 Green, Karen — 15, 93 Greever, Jennifer — 15, 83 Greever, Mary — 8, 75, 93 Groseclose, Lora — 4, 7, 9, 42, 46, 55, 64, 66 Groseclose, Regina — 5, 6, 7, 19, 76 Groseclose, Sam — 12, 73 Gusler, Rita — 44, 79 Gwynn, Jeff — 90 Haga, Amy — 85 Haga, Tammy — 15, 81 Hager, Lechia — 11, 16, 44, 50, 73 Hale, Bobby — 82 Hall, Brian — 85 Hall, Cheryl — 87 Hall, Jason — 87 Hall, Tracy — 88 Hamblin, Helen — 5, 11, 16, 19, 50, 76 Hamblin, Leroy — 22, 90 Hamblin, Mark — 83 Hamblin, Rita — 86 Hanshew, Becky — 11, 44, 79 Harden, Amanda — 86 Harden, Norma — 16, 50, 76 Harden, Pamela — 88 Harden, Jimmy — 12, 79 Harman, Juanita — 66 Harman, Matt — 12, 19, 33, 76 Harper, James — 4, 6, 7, 9, 19, 20, 36, 41, 66 Harper, Joyce — 13, 16, 18, 19, 20, 50, 70 Harris, Becky — 95 Harris, Charlotte — 11, 39, 76 Harris, Juanita — 4, 6, 7, 23, 42, 44, 64, 66 Harris, Mark — 95 Havens, C. W. — 12, 70 Havens, Melissa — 44, 70 Havens, Rachel — 85 Havens, Richard — 64, 92, 96 Havens, Ritchie — 15, 83 Helton, James — 79 Helton, Jody — 81 Hilltop News Staff — 6 Hoge, Todd — 14, 34, 35, 64, 67 Homecoming — 48 Honaker, Rae — 94 Honors — 46 Hounshell, Karen — 4, 7, 8, 9, 19, 20, 26, 28, 36, 55, 64, 67 Hounshell, Mike — 15, 83 Hounshell, Tina — 87 Hubble, Terry — 79 Hutchins, Marty — 76 Hylton, Bob — 15, 82 Hylton, Samantha — 15, 82 Hylton, Tracy — 12, 34, 73 Ivey, Linda — 73 Johnston, Tina — 86 Juniors — 71 dunior-Senior Prom — 54, 55 Kegley, Clinton — 86 Kegley, Jessie — 6, 64, 70, 93, 96 Kegley, Roberta — 15, 51, 83 Kegley, Tracy — 13, 19, 20, 29, 51, 79, 80 Kelley, Emmett — 90 Kent, Kandy — 44, 73 Kent, Ricky — 81 Kidd, Kathy — 49, 84 Kidd, Kim — 4, 6, 7, 11, 13, 19, 25, 30, 42, 51, 70 Kidd, Stacey — 89 Kincaid, Jeff — 41 Kincaid, Vickie — 6, 7, 11, 19, 44, 73, 76 Kindergarten — 89 King, Allison — 86 King, Annette — 11, 16, 18, 50, 76 King, Billy — 79 King, Crystal — 89 King, David — 86 King, Denise — 15, 81 King, Dusty — 85 King, Eugene — 85 King, Idette — 15, 81 King, Kevin — 89 King, Lisa — 11, 38, 67 King, Mark — 12, 43, 64, 67 King, Robert — 14, 39, 43, 67 King, Ronnie — 15, 83 King, Rusty — 82 King, Sammy — 12, 16, 20, 32, 50, 76 King, Shannon — 15, 83 King, Sue — 49, 86 Lakey, Deanna — 82 Lambert, Becky — 8, 11, 12, 39, 60, 67 Lambert, Donna — 85 Index—125 Lambert, Donna Ann — 5, 7, 11, 19, 39, 42, 73 Lambert, Gene — 12, 32, 44, 79 Lambert, Jennie — 89 Lambert, Marie — 95 Lambert, Rita — 5, 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 19, 25, 27, 28, 42, 46, 52, 72, 73, 74 Lambert, Robert — 15, 83 Lambert, Sammy — 43, 44, 79 Lambert, Scott — 83, 94 Lambert, Tony — 4, 12, 42, 71 Lambert, Valerie — 4, 11, 28, 71 Lang, Terry — 82 Lester, Teresa — 86 Lewis, Bobby Allen — 81 Lewis, Cassie — 82 Lewis, Cindy — 83 Lewis, Missy — 38, 73, 96 Library Club — 13 Looney, Tonya — 85 Lucas, Paul — 18, 20, 30, 40, 54, 67 Lunchroom Workers — 95 Mabe, Kay — 23, 34, 40, 70, 93, 96 Mabe, Sandy — 49, 61, 90 Mallory, Jeanetta — 60, 76 Mallory, Rebecca — 88 Martin, Bob — 12, 76 Martin, Bradley — 88 Martin, David — 82 Matz, Joanne — 5, 6, 10, 13, 20, 22, 51, 75, 76, 77 May Dance — 57 McKinney, Vannessa — 76 McPeak, Marty — 12, 49, 76 McPeak, Michael — 90, 94 McPeak, Rebecca — 20, 38, 62, 71 Meadows, Rusty — 87 Melvin, Becky — 16, 29, 40, 79, 80 Melvin, Jon — 83 Melvin, Kathy — 11, 73 Melvin, Mary — 95 Melvin, Pam — 4, 6, 7, 9, 13, 19, 42, 67 Miller, Delisa — 5, 8, 12, 19, 26, 29, 30, 42, 49, 53, 75, 76 Miller, June — 88 Miller, Margaret — 95 Miller, Teresa — 11, 79 Millirons, Connie — 11, 13, 39, 46, 67 Millirons, Janet — 15, 83 Miss Bland County — 56 Miss Echo — 50 Mitchem, Angel — 89 Mitchem, Miracle — 86 Morehead, Carla — 11, 67 Morehead, Cathy — 12, 16, 50, 73 Morehead, Chad — 88 Morehead, Dawn — 11, 53, 73 Morehead, Lisa — 76 Morehead, Melanie — 11, 41, 51, 79 Morehead, Packy — 12, 76 126—Index Morehead, Teresa — 11, 16, 50, 57, 67 Muncy, Charlie — 95 Muncy, Heath — 84 Muncy, Lamoore — 15, 81 Muncy, Lyle — 15, 81 Munsey, Betty — 11, 93 Munsey, Mitch — 5, 12, 19, 76, 77, 80 Munsey, Travis — 86 Mustard, Brian — 12, 73 Mustard, Eugene — 95 Mustard, Gary — 41, 79 Mustard, Jeri Lynn — 13, 18, 19, 20, 44, 57, 79 Mustard, John — 85 Mustard, Leanna — 17, 79 Mustard, Paula — 12, 74 Mustard, Tammy — 15, 81 Mustard, Terry — 79 Mutter, Billy — 79 Mutter, David — 90 Mutter, Patty — 90 Nash, Henry — 90 Neal, Tim — 6, 7, 12, 33, 74 Neel, Jo — 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 18, 19, 20, 30, 36, 41, 49, 55, 64, 67 Neel, Lori — 5, 11, 19, 39, 42, 75, 76, 77 Neel, Shauun — 12, 19, 32, 79 Nelson, Connie — 19, 60, 71 Nelson, Gary — 12, 19, 20, 24, 32, 74 Nelson, Patricia — 84 Nelson, Lori — 15, 82 Nelson, Mike — 84 Nelson, Sandra — 89 Nelson. Shawn — 84 Newberry, Aaron — 84 Newberry, Allan — 85 Newberry, April — 85 Newberry, Danny — 12, 18, 20, 41, 50, 68 Newberry, Dawn — 9, 13, 14, 19, 26, 27, 28, 39, 68 Newberry, Elizabeth — 9, 93 Newberry, Joey — 12, 32, 42, 75, 76 Newberry, Larry — 8, 9, 12, 18, 19, 36, 43, 49, 64, 68 Newberry, Marcy — 5, 11, 12, 77 Newberry, Mark — 4, 12, 18, 20, 34, 35, 36, 49, 68, 96 Newberry, Marquis — 14, 57, 64, 68 Newberry, Matthew — 88 Newberry, Norma — 84 Newberry, Sarah — 83 Newberry, Stuart — 89 Newspaper Staff — 6 Office Workers — 46 Olinger, Heather — 87 Paciga, Kari — 84 Paciga, Leila — 88 Parker, Todd — 12, 51, 53, 74 Parker, Wendell — 12, 44, 79 Parris, Regina — 15, 81 Pauley, Brian — 19, 71 Pauley, Carla — 15, 82 Pauley, Cliff — 12, 18, 43, 44, 64, 68 Pauley, Julie — 84 Pauley, Kevin — 88 Pauley, Misty — 89 Penley, Bridgette — 88 Pep Club — 19 Perkins, Brian — 17, 79 Perkins, Lori — 84 Perkins, Michael — 12, 77 Pettrey, Wendi — 85 Phipps, Diane — 94 Pike, Brenda — 95 Pike, Hope — 56, 87 Powers, Margie, 82, 96 Price, Eddie — 43, 80 Price, Terri — 8, 14, 43, 44, 46, 68 Price, Wendi — 4, 6, 10, 18, 20, 25, 30, 46, 56, 58, 68 Pruett, Harvey — 12, 71 Pruitt, Dawn — 15, 81 Puritt, Ricky — 12, 19, 33, 74 Pruitt, Sarah — 74 Putnam, Andy — 82 Putnam, Joe — 87 Putnam, Tina — 43, 80 Ramsey, Barbara — 11, 53, 74 Ramsey, Billy — 12, 80 Ramsey, Regina — 90 Ramsey, Sylvia — 11, 16, 50, 68 Rankin, Wally — 71 Reynolds, Katherine — 89 Richardson, Donna — 15, 82 Richardson, Kitten — 5, 11, 19, 39, 7a Richardson, Molly — 89 Richardson, Teresa — 5, 6, 7, 11, 13, 19, 20, 29, 41, 42, 77 Romano, Nathan — 88 Roseberry, Stina — 11, 19, 30, 42, 44, 49, 56, 77 Roseberry, T.J. — 12, 40, 43, 80 Rowe, Diane — 10, 43, 93 Safety, Patrol — 15 Sarver, Carmella — 95 Sarver, Johnny — 4, 9, 10, 13, 18, 19, 36, 41, 68 Sarver, Lisa — 13, 17, 18, 19, 44, 46, 71 Sarver, Vickie — 56 SCA Council — 8 Schepers, Christina — 89 Schoenthal, Gerhard — 15, 83, 86 Schoenthal, Marshall — 86 Science Club — 20 Scott, Becky — 87 Scott, Jan — 15, 81 Second Grade — 87 Seniors — 64-69 Senior Directory — 121 Seventh Grade — 81, 82 Sexton, Robert — 88 Shelor, Mechelle — 86 Shelton, Bruce — 5, 6, 20, 77 Shelton, Carrie — 15, 82 Shelton, Donna — 4, 11, 19, 20, 39, 44, 71 Shelton, Elbert — 12, 38, 71 Shelton, Ernie — 15, 81 Shelton, Jeff — 12, 77 Shelton, Mark — 83 Shelton, Michael — 12, 43, 80 Shewey, Sheri — 86 Shewey, Amie — 89 Simmons, Debbie — 11, 76, 77 Simmons, John — 86 Simmons, Sammy — 84 Simmons, Sharon — 11, 20, 44, 74 Simmons, Travis — 88 Simms, Amie — 89 Simms, Jennifer — 86 Sink, Leon — 82 Sink, Tresila — 85 Sixth Grade — 82 Smallwood, Lisa — 10, 51, 76, 77 Smelser, Mike — 12, 33, 72, 74, 75 Smelser, Shane — 86 Smelser, Tammy — 36, 38, 68 Smith, Heather — 58, 86 Smith, Patrick — 86 Smith, Patty — 5, 8, 11, 19, 22, 26, 28, 42, 47, 51, 76, 77 Smith, Sue — 5, 7, 10, 25, 27, 28, 34, 42, 43, 74 Smith, Tonya — 56, 84 Snow Queen and King — 47 Society of Distinguished High School Students — 46 Sophomores — 73 Sparks, Ervin — 23, 80 Sparks, Jimmy — 88 Special Education — 90 Stafford, Jason — 88 Stafford, Jennifer — 15, 82 Stafford, John — 84 Stansel, Regina — 60, 76, 77 Steffey, Sammy — 86 Steffey, Todd — 15, 83 Stockner, Nancy — 95 Stowers, Angela — 87 Stowers, Anita — 5, 7, 10, 13, 19, 27, 28, 42, 46, 52, 74 Stowers, Edwina — 4, 7, 8, 9, 19, 27, 28, 42, 64, 68 Stowers, Patricia — 86 Stowers, Thomas — 12, 43, 69 Strauss, Nancy — 44 Strock, Angela — 11, 19, 44, 80 Strock, David — 86 Strock, Donna — 6, 7, 10, 11, 19, 74 Strock, Eric — 15, 81 Strock, Julie — 87 Strock, Sarah — 84 Swanson, Tammy — 84 Talbert, Billy — 12, 23, 34, 44, 69 Talbert, Lisa — 80 Talbert, Tonya — 89 Tate, Anna — 12, 71 Tate, Lynn — 13, 18, 19, 20, 43, 78, 80 Taylor, Eric — 18, 19, 32, 43, 80 Taylor, Todd — 4, 6, 10, 13, 14, 24, 70, 71 Tennis — 24, 25 Third Grade — 86 Thomas, Dave — 4, 7, 18, 24, 34, 60, 69 Thomas, Lonnie — 4, 10, 34, 46, 61, 71 Thompson, Angela — 16, 17, 19, 40, 50, 56, 80 Thompson, Chad — 85 Thompson, Crystal — 88 Thompson, Melanie — 89 Thompson, Renee — 11, 74 Thompson, Roger — 4, 49, 92 Thompson, Sarah — 87 Thompson, Timmy — 15, 81 Thornsberry, Sean — 90, 94 Tibbs, Beth — 74 Tibbs, Betty — 16, 49, 50, 76, 77 Tibbs, Crystal — 86 Tibbs, Doris — 95 Tibbs, Stacey — 88 Tickle, Chris — 12, 20, 43, 80 Tickle, Mary Lee — 94 Tolbert, Sandy — 71 Tolbert, Sheri — 4, 6, 7, 9, 18, 19, 20, 30, 50, 54, 55, 64, 69 Toler, Brian — 86 Townley, Brian — 15, 82 Townley, Bryan — 83 Townley, Hope — 15, 81 Townley, Mike — 15, 81 Townley, Randy — 85 Travis, Marsha — 88 Turner, Chuck — 10, 17, 20, 43, 76, 77 Turner, Richard — 12, 19, 33, 77 Turner, Todd — 15, 81 Umbarger, Debbie — 11, 71 Umbarger, Denise — 7, 12, 40, 80 Umbarger, Elizabeth — 15, 81 Umbarger, Johnny — 12, 41, 80 Umbarger, Judy — 90, 91 Umbarger, Michael — 4, 8, 9, 12, 69 Umbarger, Becky — 5, 7, 19, 20, 29, 42, 51, 75, 76, 77 Umbarger, Sarah — 87 Umbarger, Susan — 76, 77 Umbarger, Terry — 5, 12, 33, 51, 74 Underwood, Angel — 56, 86 Underwood, Barry — 10, 13, 16, 18, 19, 20, 24, 34, 41, 50, 51, 71 Underwood, Bryan — 6, 10, 13, 16, 18, 19, 70, 71 Underwood, Dreama — 6, 7, 19, 20, 51, 56, 76 Viars, Dan — 29, 33, 52, 93 VICA — 14 Vineyard, Jeff — 12, 20, 59, 74 Vineyard, Mark — 83 Vineyard, Martin — 83 Vocational — 38, 39 Volleyball — 27 Waddle, Lida — 5, 19, 20, 77 Waddle, Robbie — 84 Waddle, Samantha — 85 Wade, Ellis — 84 Wade, Ryland — 17, 32, 78, 80 Walker, Tracey — 57, 59, 60, 71 Warden, Debbie — 5, 6, 7, 13, 19, 20, 42, 51, 76, 77 Warden, Donna — 15, 83 Warden, Frankie — 95 Warden, Holly — 87 Warden, Rusty — 84 Wellman, Christina — 88 Wellman, Scott — 84 Wiley, Douglas — 88 Wimmer, Arnie — 8, 12, 33, 76, 77 Wimmer, Ruth — 94 Wimmer, Sheri — 8, 13, 19, 20, 29, 51, 78, 80 Winesett, Becky — 85 Winesett, Rex — 12, 38, 69 Winters, Clara — 84 Woolwine, Mark — 4, 18, 19, 34, 44, 71, 91 Wolfe, Arty — 12, 33, 76, 77 Wolfe, Tammy — 11, 16, 18, 50, 76, 77 Wolfe, Tracy — 11, 80 Wright, Bridget — 6, 11, 20, 74 Wright, Chris — 14, 69 Wright, Cynthia — 7, 11, 16, 54, 71, 39 Wright, Dwayne — 74 Wright, Eric — 14, 69 Wright, Karen — 11, 80 Wright, Martin — 12, 17, 19, 20, 32, 80 Wright, Michelle — 87 Wright, Rita — 44, 71 Wright, Rusty — 20, 69 Wright, Sharon — 16, 50, 80 Wright, Sheila — 16, 50, 60, 74 Wright, Troy — 14, 69 Wright, Wesley — 12, 19, 77 Wynn, Kathy — 86 Wynn, Robert — 12, 80 Yates, Stacy — 59 Yearbook Staff — 9 Index—127 SEED OF FRIENDSHIP To cultivate a friendship Is a very special art, That starts with an upturning In a corner of the heart. The tiny seed of living Must be deeply planted there, And nutured with the sunshine Of warm and tender care. Add a touch of humor Just to help the plant along, Lightly water it with teardrops To make it grow more strong. Soon the buds will start appearing On each tiny stem and vine And shall bloom into a friendship Of two hearts that interwine. This flower we have portrayed through the pages ot this book, is a symbol to show how much a spe- cial friend and teacher can mean to each of us. As years go by and memories linger on, Bland High School will be a “Rose” to us all. Each page of this book is a rose of time, with friendship of students and teachers. May each one of you that follow behold and nurture these memories we leave behind. 128—Closing = = vs Nf