Tech student strikes it big with self-made iPhone app
November 18, 2009
Apple's iPhone has made the phrase "yeah, I've got an app for that" commonplace among students and adults alike.
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Tech's latest play puts new twist on Shakespeare's 'Othello'
November 11, 2009
Following the grand opening of the new building on College Avenue, the Theater Department at Virginia Tech continues on a path of progression with an upcoming modern adaptation of "Othello."
Blacksburg showcases its artistic palette with Art Tour 10
November 4, 2009
"Buy local. Be local. Eat local." Blacksburg's local initiative has found its way onto bumper stickers, storefront windows and advertisements.
Roanoke fashion show struts, chic, stylish apparel
October 27, 2009
It's difficult to imagine high fashion being part of the southwest Virginia scene, but on Monday night the Peacock Hallway at the Hotel Roanoke was transformed into a runway.
Shop promises 'Best Wishes' for all occasions
October 18, 2009
Walking into Best Wishes Flowers & Gifts, immediately it seems that this is much more than just a flower shop. The store not only offers a huge selection of custom-made floral arrangements, but also a unique variety of gifts ranging from
Smoking roommates is a 'burning' issue
October 18, 2009
Ken Belcher, Virginia Tech's associate director for occupancy management for student housing, is in charge of finding housing for over 9,100 students who live in the residence halls each year.
Still the reigning King of Blues
October 5, 2009
B.B. King played for over two hours Sunday night to a nearly sold-out crowd in Burruss Hall. The show, sponsored by Virginia Tech Union, was half authentic blues music and half storytelling. It seemed fittingly appropriate for the 84-year-old musician who
Follow the grapevine through Blacksburg's wine scene
September 28, 2009
Don't get me wrong; I'm a big fan of slap-the-bag, but there's a time and a place for it. For me, what comes to mind is freshman year, Slusher Wing 211 - both my place of residence and my choice locale for inebriation. For those who wish to graduate from