Taking a study break to pack, sixth-grader Joseph Moran smiles Friday afternoon as he prepares to head to Washington, D.C. for the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Joseph, who is competing for his second consecutive year, said he is feeling much more prepared and confident than last time. The competition rounds begin today with finals on Thursday. (Courtesy photo)
May 29, 2018
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Stellar speller returns to Scripps
By DEVIN WEEKS