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Narron repeats as champion

By Andre Jones | February 1, 2017 11:32 am

Charles City eighth grader Delaney Narron pulls off a rare feat for county schools after repeating as the district's spelling bee Wednesday morning. Narron spelled "pearlescent" to earn a place in the regional competition.

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Participants in Charles City's spelling bee are (l to r) Delaney Narron (Grade 8), Sophia Hall (Grade 7), Shivawn Harris (Grade 4), Chae Jones (Grade 5), and Dana Robinson (Grade 6).

Participants in Charles City’s spelling bee are (l to r) Delaney Narron (Grade 8), Sophia Hall (Grade 7), Shivawn Harris (Grade 4), Chae Jones (Grade 5), and Dana Robinson (Grade 6).