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Gobble cakes bakery opens today

August 30, 2012

Gobble Cakes will open it's doors for the first time today.

Therapy dogs at Newman library

August 30, 2012

Dogs aren't normally allowed in the library. But on the last Thursday of every month, Newman Library makes an exception.

Sports »

Running back corps fights to see time

August 30, 2012

After showcasing his talent throughout spring and fall practices, redshirt freshman running back Michael Holmes secured his spot as David Wilson’s heir apparent.

Defense eyes No. 1 ranking

August 30, 2012

Whenever fall rolls around, lofty expectations are the norm for Bud Foster’s defense — they just aren’t always quite this high.

In-state recruiting battle still favors Hokies

August 30, 2012

The dominance of in-state recruiting isn’t over yet, at least not if Shane Beamer has anything to do with it.

Hokies in the Pros

August 30, 2012

A look at some of the most distinguished Hokies playing in the NFL

Extra Point: Football Preview

August 30, 2012

Fresh faces in Blacksburg: New Hokies aim to make an impact

August 30, 2012

Every year when football season ends, Hokies fans must say goodbye to some of their favorite players as they move on to graduation and sometimes even the NFL Draft.

Depth in secondary remains major concern

August 30, 2012

The preseason storm of questions and comments concerning Virginia Tech football is swirling around the offense this year, which returns only three starters. Rewind to last year and the script was flipped when the defense took the brunt of the preseason flack for returning only four starters.

Offensive line aims for respect

August 30, 2012

Frank Beamer has been known for his defensive and special teams prowess longer than many current Virginia Tech students have been alive.

Defensive line remains strength of Hokies team

August 30, 2012

When talking about football, one of the most used phrases is that games “are won and lost in the trenches.” If that’s really the case, then the Virginia Tech Hokies should be in for quite the season

Logan Thomas leads the way

August 30, 2012

A year ago, fans had a faint idea of what Logan Thomas could potentially do.

Features »

Arrests linked to season opener

August 30, 2012

Police gear up for season opener, preparing for spike in arrests for alcohol-related violations

He said, she said: advice to freshmen

August 30, 2012

Mission Empower

August 30, 2012

Student leads organization on mission to promote gender equality

Opinions »

Letter to editor: Police put a brake on bicycles

August 30, 2012

As a UK major city resident for most of my life I am amazed at the liberal approach to cycling I have witnessed here in Blacksburg.

Republicans miss the mark, need to focus on unity

August 30, 2012

When the dust settled, Republicans missed their mark; the conservative rock stars ended up being nothing more than broken records.

Polar Politics: Republican National Convention achieves its goals

August 30, 2012

With the entire media world focused on the the GOP, it was able to put forth a message people can identify with.