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How Obama, Romney see the issue of student debt

November 5, 2012

The most important information for students about each candidate’s proposals regarding student loans, student debt, and reforming the higher-education system.

Blacksburg sees effects of now-Tropical Storm Sandy

October 29, 2012

Hurricane Sandy made landfall last night, lashing the Northeast with rain and heavy winds before being downgraded to a tropical storm.

Color Me Rad Rocks Blacksburg

October 29, 2012

A cloud of pink, green, blue, and yellow cornstarch covered the Lane Stadium parking lot on Sunday morning, as more than 5,000 people ran in the first ever Color Me Rad 5k to take place in Blacksburg.

Native@VT holds Harvest Festival

October 29, 2012

The festival included educational sessions of how Native Americans lived, traded and cooked. There were also vendors selling artwork and jewelry made by the local tribes.

7: 45 p.m. UPDATE: Power outages affect Blacksburg

October 29, 2012

Pole fire leads to power loss in Terrace View and the Villiage

Sports »

Football notebook: Hokies hope road struggles end in Miami

October 29, 2012

With the shortened game week, the Hokies held their weekly interviews on Saturday and Sunday.

Features »

Cloud Atlas fails to deliver on lofty expectations

October 29, 2012

With scattered and confusing plot line, the much-hyped movie doesn't live up to novel's name

Chivalry: Medieval Warfare varies on combat reality and gameplay

October 29, 2012

The genre of medieval warfare has seen a recent revival with the “Mount & Blade” series and the new release of “War of the Roses.” Torn Banner Studios joins the fray with their first title: “Chivalry: Medieval Warfare.”

Andrew Bird continues banner year with new album

October 29, 2012

Starlite drive-in theater offers special Halloween showings

October 29, 2012

Opinions »

Governor Bob McDonnell's policies benefit Blacksburg economy

October 29, 2012

The McDonnell administration has been very good to Virginia, with the economy being much stronger than other parts of the country.

Students should examine election issues, avoid sensational topics

October 29, 2012

What do bayonets, binders and American flag lapel pins have in common? They were some of the many sensational topics to dominate this year’s presidential debates.

Virginia Tech should buy spirit wear from fair-labor businesses

October 29, 2012

As students campaign to support fair labor practices, they must realize the road will be long and may come to a dead end.