Scripps National Spelling Bee marks the competition's centennial, and contestants from across the United States are vying for the champion title. Two attending wordsmiths hail from San Angelo and Abilene — here's who they are.

The Scripps National Spelling Bee is gearing up, with 243 competitors and four days of intense competition. And for one newcomer from Frederick County, spelling is a little like his favorite subject.

Focus on the words given instead of the pressure of being in the spotlight. That’s the advice Visharad Sathish got from older brother Sahasrad as a strategy for being a contestant on the biggest