Alva Review-Courier -

The Burlington School Spelling Bee was on Jan. 18. Students in grades first through eighth competed. Kiley Feely recited words to the students from a pre-selected list. Students were asked to repeat the word and spell it in front of a panel of judges, and an audience of students and parents. Some students appeared to be a bit nervous but others were excited about the competition.

There were eight students, two from each division, who were able to spell their way to victory. The first- and second-grade champion was Cash Dotson, and in second place was Harlee Taylor. The third- and fourth-grade...