Press Conference: Frank Beamer

Chris Graham

Virginia Tech football coach Frank Beamer talks with the news media on Tuesday. Virginia Tech (6-2, 4-0 ACC) hosts Georgia Tech (5-3, 3-2 ACC) on Thursday night. Opening Statement The thing with Georgia Tech, of course, is trying to get ready for a different offense in a short period of time, against a quarterback that’s…

Children’s Choir releases new CD

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The Shenandoah Valley Children’s Choir, in its 19th year, has released its 14th compact disc, “Songs from the Heart,” a general collection of recordings from the last two choir years. Released Oct. 15, the newest recording includes favorites such as “Jubilate Deo” with the Washington Symphonic Brass and John Fast, organist, and “The Garden Song”…

UVa.-Miami game on ESPN

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The Atlantic Coast Conference announced today that Virginia’s home football game versus Miami on Saturday will be televised by ESPN. The kickoff had already been announced as a noon start. The following information is confirmed regarding ACC Football games to be played on Oct. 28 or Oct. 30 (All times Eastern):   Thursday, Oct. 28…

UVa.-Miami game on ESPN

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The Atlantic Coast Conference announced today that Virginia’s home football game versus Miami on Saturday will be televised by ESPN. The kickoff had already been announced as a noon start. The following information is confirmed regarding ACC Football games to be played on Oct. 28 or Oct. 30 (All times Eastern):   Thursday, Oct. 28…

Sanford D. Horn: Juan gone From NPR

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The vigorous and immediate support of former NPR commentator Juan Williams, in the wake of his unceremonious dismissal via cell phone, from both sides of the aisle both politically and in the media speaks volumes – especially when Williams has been silenced, albeit only by NPR. For a simple expression of his true feelings, that…

Food Co-op closes deals on loan, building contractor

Chris Graham

The Friendly City Food Co-op announced today both the closing of a new $50,000 loan from the Staunton Creative Community Fund and the selection of its building contractor, Harman Construction Co. “We couldn’t be more excited,” said Ben Sandel, president of the Friendly City Food Cooperative. “Launching the Friendly City Food Co-op has truly been…

Press Conference: Frank Beamer

Chris Graham

Virginia Tech football coach Frank Beamer talks with the news media on Monday. Virginia Tech (5-2, 3-0 ACC) takes on Duke (1-5, 0-3 ACC) on Saturday. Opening Statement “You look at this Duke team, they average about 400 yards per game, about 278 throwing, 122 running and completed 57 percent of their passes. The quarterback…

JMU picked fourth in preseason CAA hoops voting

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With the return of seven key players and a talented group of newcomers ready to contribute immediately, James Madison was picked to finish fourth in the 12-team Colonial Athletic Association in a vote of coaches, sports information directors, and media representatives as announced at the league’s annual media day on Tuesday at Champps Restaurant. JMU’s…