RIDGEWAY, VIRGINIA — The Town of Ridgeway is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 William Crosby Hairston Award for Excellence in Education, recognizing three exceptional educators whose dedication, professionalism, and commitment to student success have made a lasting impact on the Ridgeway District community.

This Year’s Recipients Are:

• Teacher, Drewry Mason Elementary School
• Melissa Bowers, Teacher, Laurel Park Middle School
• Crystal Lane, Teacher, Magna Vista High School

For additional information, please contact:
Office of the Mayor
Town of Ridgeway
P.O. Box 520
Ridgeway, VA 24148
Phone: (276) 956-2328
Email: ridgewaytown@comcast.net