GEOGRAPHY BEE AT JACKSON

The National Geographic Society is holding its 10th annual National Geography Bee for students in the fourth through eighth grades. Sponsorship is being provided by Sylvan Learning Centers.

First-round regional competition will be held at 8:30 a.m. today at the Jackson Middle School band room. The winner of the Jackson Middle School bee will advance to the next level of competition, a written examination.

All school winners are eligible to win the national championship at competition May 19 and 20 in Washington. First prize for the national winner is a $25,000 college scholarship.