Nataleigh Blackman, 14, of Boothbay will be heading back to Tennessee in March to compete in a singing competition. Her grandfather, Garry Blackman Sr., of Boothbay, will also be competing at the North American Country Music Association International competition in Pidgeon Forge, Tennessee, March 11-18.

Nataleigh won female vocalist, female entertainer for the state of Maine in December for her age group. She also won the duet competition with her grandfather. Garry won instrumentalist for the state of Maine.

Those who would like to make a donation to help with Nataleigh's expenses, checks can be sent to: Nataleigh Blackman, P.O. Box 482, Boothbay, ME 04537.