The Knights of Columbus Council 6165 Spelling Bee takes place 10 a.m. this Saturday, Jan. 19, in the Immaculate Conception School cafeteria on Main Street in Columbia.

The Spelling Bee is open to all Columbia school kids in grades 3-8. First, second, and third place winners will go on to compete in the regional competition, date and location still to be determined, with the opportunity to advance to the state competition.