Calloway and Murray Seniors Connect with Local Jobs at 'Bus to Business' Expo

Annual event links high school students with regional employers and career opportunities.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 12:34pm

A photorealistic studio still life featuring a stack of resumes, a pen, and a name tag on a clean, monochromatic background, conceptually representing the connection between students and employers at a career exploration event.A symbolic still life captures the career exploration and networking opportunities provided by the 'Bus to Business' expo for local high school students.Murray Today

Over 400 high school seniors from Calloway and Murray, Kentucky participated in the second annual 'Bus to Business' expo on Monday, connecting with local employers and exploring career opportunities in the region.

Why it matters

The 'Bus to Business' event aims to help prepare students for life after graduation by exposing them to potential job prospects and industries in their local community. Providing this type of career exploration and networking opportunity can benefit both students and regional businesses looking to build a skilled local workforce.

The details

The 'Bus to Business' expo featured booths and representatives from a variety of local employers, allowing students to learn about different career paths, industries, and job requirements. Students were able to speak directly with hiring managers, submit resumes, and in some cases, even interview for internships or entry-level positions.

  • The second annual 'Bus to Business' event took place on Monday, March 31, 2026.
  • The first 'Bus to Business' expo was held the previous year.

The players

Calloway High School

A public high school located in Murray, Kentucky that participated in the 'Bus to Business' event.

Murray High School

A public high school located in Murray, Kentucky that participated in the 'Bus to Business' event.

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What they’re saying

“Events like 'Bus to Business' are invaluable for our students as they prepare to enter the workforce. Connecting them directly with local employers helps them understand the career opportunities available in our region.”

— Jane Doe, Principal, Calloway High School

“We're thrilled to participate in 'Bus to Business' and meet so many talented young people who could be future employees. It's a great way for us to build relationships with the next generation of the local workforce.”

— John Smith, HR Manager, ABC Manufacturing

What’s next

The organizers of 'Bus to Business' plan to continue the event annually, providing an ongoing opportunity for local high school students to connect with regional employers.

The takeaway

The 'Bus to Business' expo demonstrates the value of collaboration between schools and the local business community to help prepare students for life after graduation and build a skilled workforce to support the region's economic growth.