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Old middle school property to be rezoned for mixed use

April 18, 2011

A master plan to create a mixed-use property on the site of the old Blacksburg Middle School has been launched by Montgomery County and Blacksburg.

Tech introduces meteorology degree

April 18, 2011

A new meteorology degree program, the first in Virginia, is forecasted to expand the relationship between Virginia Tech and Blacksburg’s National Weather Service office.

Parking garage to hold solar panels

April 18, 2011

The recently opened parking garage on Perry Street will soon be home to a major solar panel addition.

Two Blacksburg men charged with vandalism

April 18, 2011

Two men were arrested early Friday morning and charged with spray painting the building of a downtown Blacksburg business.

Sports »

Bullpen collapses as Hokies drop series against Seminoles

April 18, 2011

For coach Pete Hughes and the Virginia Tech baseball team, this weekend represented the highs and lows of Atlantic Coast Conference baseball.

Offense explodes in scrimmage

April 18, 2011

New starting quarterback Logan Thomas posted an impressive stat line in the Hokies’ final open scrimmage before Saturday’s spring game.

Features »

‘Scream 4’ lacks creative edge of its predecessors

April 18, 2011

In 1996, a revolutionary horror movie made its way out of director Wes Craven and writer Kevin Williamson’s imaginations and into theaters, scaring and cleverly amusing horror fans.

Panda Bear’s latest album evokes emotion

April 18, 2011

It’s been almost three years since Noah “Panda Bear” Lennox released his last solo album, the highly acclaimed "Person Pitch."

Opinions »

Environmental debate needs holistic thinkers

April 18, 2011

The foundation of our quality of life is directly tied to our environment.

Focus on studies without losing sense of purpose

April 18, 2011

It’s nearing the end of the school year and graduation looms, a time when indifference and stress come hand-in-hand.

Judge new ideas with open minds

April 18, 2011

n a pre-health organization I am involved with on campus, we have guest speakers come each week.