Keepsake edition
In keeping with tradition for Southern Columbia Area School District's appearances in the state football championship game, The News-Item presents this keepsake edition. The "jacket" - Pages 1, 2, 11 and 12 - around today's front section is devoted to Southern's bid for a record seventh state title on Friday. We encourage local fans to pull out the "Go Tigers" poster on Page 11 and display it prominently to help cheer on the local team.
Game coverage
- The News-Item will post game updates and the final score Friday at our main and sports Facebook pages, at newsitem.com and, for NewsFlash subscribers, through text messages and e-mails (it's a free service; sign up at newsitem.com/signup).
- TV: Live at 1 p.m. PCN. Encore 4 p.m.
- Internet: blackdiamondsports.net
Inside today
- Head coaches offer their take on their opponents.
- Saturday's AA title game will feature local officiating crew.