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.

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

A single-family residence located at 2027 9th Street in Peru changed ownership on Feb. 6.

A 1,200-square-foot single-family residence, built in 1928, has changed hands.

207 participants from local junior high and high schools, the IVCC student body and members of the IVCC community created 78 cars that were judged and raced in the gymnasium at the main Oglesby campus.

The Mendota and Fieldcrest boys basketball teams won in regional play, plus more in Wednesday's NewsTribune roundup.