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Zian Wins Lubbock Spelling Bee, Heads to National Bee

Author: The Daily News Now! March 7, 2026 Duration: 1:13

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Seventh grader Zian Doctolero from Frenship ISD emerges victorious at the Lubbock Regional Spelling Bee, securing a spot in the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. The event, hosted by Double T 97.3 and FOX 34, was supported by local businesses and drew spellers from across the South Plains area.

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