March 27, 2012
Last night, members of the Blacksburg community marched to show solidarity for Trayvon Martin, who was killed by neighborhood watchman George Zimmerman last month.
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Steger poetry prize is largest in country
March 27, 2012
Despite being a computer science major, Derek Ong has always found himself more drawn toward the fine arts, specifically poetry.
Group projects yield less work
March 27, 2012
If you feel like that group project is making you think sluggishly, you just might be right.
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Blue bloods highlight Final Four teams
March 27, 2012
For the first time in years, the Final Four of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament consists entirely of perennial programs.
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March 27, 2012
For anyone who has been to Red Lobster, it’s common knowledge its Cheddar Bay Biscuits are a crowd-pleasing item. Suprisingly though, they are simple to make and don’t require a car ride to a restaurant or a large sum of money. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 2 cups Bisquick mix 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar 2/3 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1 teaspoon garlic salt Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Arrange large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. 2. Combine Bisquick, garlic powder and cheese in a medium to large bowl. Stir in milk until everything is combined. 3. Drop dough into lumps onto baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes. 4. While the dough is baking, melt the butter and stir in parsley and garlic salt. When the timer goes off, take out the biscuits and brush the butter mixture onto them. 5. Bake biscuits for an additional five minutes or until golden brown.
Drink of the Week: Tennessee Lemonade
March 27, 2012
Call it lemonade for adults. This rendition of the classic summer beverage maintains the drink’s distinguished taste while adding a strong, yet tolerable “kick” at the end. Try crafting this for your friends at your next party rather than sticking to the generic stuff.
Local Mediterranean cuisine prevails
March 27, 2012
Pita Vera, located at 235 N. Main St., offers a distinctly enjoyable Mediterranean dining experience. The menu is expansive yet inexpensive, providing a wide variety of options at a reasonable price.
Opinions »
March 27, 2012
In just three years, the Obama administration has issued 75 new major regulations affecting Americans, and with the economy still recovering, this is not what the American people want or need.