The musical revolves around a school spelling championship and the eclectic group of six tween competitors who spell their way through each round hoping to survive, while candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their lives.

Starved Rock State Park announced Thursday free events to be offered in March.

A single-family house located at 2012 South Euclid Avenue in Princeton has a new owner since Feb. 11.

Registration encouraged for all events. To register for any of these events, call 815-538-5142.

The victim in a fatal Tuesday crash near Ottawa has been identified as Adam C. Salazar, 37, of Ottawa.

The $5,000 award will support the implementation and expansion of CASE 4 Learning (Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education) programming at the school.

The Streator Public Library recently announced its upcoming events and programs for the second week in March.

The La Salle County Home and Community Education Association will offer a $500 scholarship to provide students with financial assistance.

Performances will be on Friday, March 27, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 29, at 2 p.m. All tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door.