Jonathan Van Hook News Today

The Blair Oaks Falcons only get two non-conference football games each season, so they want to make them count. Maryville, a program that has appeared in five state championship games since 2012, was the season opener for the Falcons. When Blair Oaks had an opening for its Week 2 opponent, it sought to fill it with another powerhouse program. The Lutheran North Crusaders fit that bill.

Outside of the weather conditions, it was another good day for area athletes Saturday in Day 2 of the Class 2 track and field state championships at Adkins Stadium as five athletes received all-state honors by reaching the podium in their respective events.