40% probability of understanding Predicting precipitation is as much an exercise in numbers as it is meteorology. Storm chasers log, with photos: On the last day in the Plains, Dave Carroll and his storm chasers from Pulaski and Blacksburg got up close and personal with a tornado during Saturday's outbreak in Nebraska. Perhaps a little too close. -Kevin Myatt's Weather Journal
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Preston Bryant revels in a AAA rating; Barnie Day raves over hit author's local mischief. -politics@roanoke.com Ed Lynch, professor, rips Gov. Warner for educational bigotry.
More opinion Brian Gottstein says there's got to be a better way to protect the falsely accused. David Fuller reveals how no planning is required with Christianity. Carol Hart talks to one man who knows the cost of trash and treasure. Reginald Shareef shows up finger pointing and the gas 'crisis'. Lana Whited notes difference between big-town and small-town journalism.
And that's the way it is
Dumb: Putting Walter Cronkite on MTV. Dumber: Apathetic twenty-somethings who don't vote in elections, yet complain about the job market. -Annie Thompson's Something for 20somethings
Still using their noodles It's no wonder that Sake House, one of the first Japanese restaurants in the area, remains one of the best. -Larry Bly's restaurant reviews Find Entertainment listings: Movies, Food & dining, Music, Theater
Outdoors you go Bill Cochran reports how gas prices put the pinch on outdoorsmen. Harry Slone: Little natives strike in Ramseys Draft. Jenny Kincaid runs down the rules of the road: whether it's the same shorts, a lucky charm or certain eating routine, runners make for a superstitious group. Gobbler Gallery 2004: Your turkey kill and the stories of how you bagged them. Dan Casey's bike rides; best hikes in the Blue Ridge; Jenny Kincaid’s valley runs. John Arbogast has fresh answers to your gardening questions every Thursday.
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Martinsville, VA--Oktobest 2004 will be held on October 2nd in Uptown Martinsville from 10:00-5:00 p.m. sponsored by Because We Care and the Martinsville Henry County Parade Association.
This year there will be arts, crafts, food, games, kiddie rides and live music on two stages.
For more information or for booth registration call (276)638-4594 or e-mail bwcinmartinsville@yahoo.com
9th Annual Commonwealth Games Captain's Choice Golf Tournament
10/01/2004 -- 10/04/2004
"To Support Virginia's Amateur Athletes"
Virginia Amateurs Sports will hold their Annual Golf Tournament on October 8th at Hanging Rock Golf Club.
Shot Gun Start: 1:00PM Lunch 12:00 Noon
For more information - www.commonwealthgames.org
Western Square Dance Lessons
10/01/2004 -- 10/07/2004
Make plans now to learn how to Western Square Dance with Instructor Paul Booze. Hosted by the Star City Promenaders Square Dance Club. Two free Introductory Nights: September 23, 2004 and September 30, 2004,time 6:30-7:30 pm. Classes start October 7, 2004, time 6:30-7:30 PM. Cost $2.50 per lesson, payable monthly. Location: WOW Building, 2306 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke. Contact: Paul & Cathy Booze 992-3958.
National D-Day Memorial Click here to hear the June 06, 2001, dedication speeches, and for photos and stories about the Bedford site honoring those who served and sacrificed in the World War II invasion. Bob Slaughter speaks of fellow soldiers' gallantry on a video tour of the memorial.
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Blue water Ready for a break? Consider Aruba. Or plan a day trip closer to home
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