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Lemon Mustard Chicken

The Wannabe Chef: Lemon Mustard Chicken

My apologies for what seems to be a constant theme for me lately: lemon. But as I hold on to the last bit of summer, it’s a flavor I continue to crave.
Salem Red Sox vs. Myrtle Beach Pelicans

Salem Sox Insider: Extras, Extras Read All About It; Sox Prevail

On Wednesday night Salem Red Sox fans got to witness their first playoff game since 2009. With home field advantage and a healthy amount of momentum overflowing from the regular season, the Sox were able to nip the wings of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans.
Peanut butter pretzel bites

The Wannabe Chef: Road Trip Snack

A take on the chocolate-covered peanut butter balls typically made during the holidays, this recipe I found on Pinterest also incorporates a salty bite in the form of pretzels.
A batter in a red and white uniform swings a wooden bat at a baseball game.

Salem Sox Insider: Star Wars Night; Salem Wins Again!

After getting romped on by Salem last night (Thursday) 10-1, the Red Sox picked right back up where they left off on Friday evening with superb batting and impeccable defense.
A pitcher in a red and white uniform winds up to throw a baseball from the mound.

Salem Sox Insider: Sox Split Twinbill; Now Just 1-Game Away

Bringing it all back home to Salem on Wednesday evening for a double-header, Salem had the opportunity to give the hometown fans something to enjoy in their last regular-season home stand of the 2013 campaign.
Three cut sandwich pieces on a white plate, held with wooden picks, showing white sauce, tomato, red pepper and green pesto.

Blue Ridge Catering at Norah’s Cafe in Taubman Museum of Art

A visit to the Taubman Museum of Art should now always include lunch. Norah's Cafe, the beautiful spot hidden away inside the museum, is now serving up creations by Blue Ridge Catering.
Spinach artichoke tarts

The Wannabe Chef: Pantry Clean-Up

After making ravioli caprese with wonton wrappers, the Wannabe Chef came up with 2 more great recipes to use up the rest of her materials.
A baseball player in a red jersey, white pants and navy cap throws a ball while holding a dark glove on the infield dirt.

Salem Sox Insider: Early Rally Stuns Carolina; Sox win 10-9

Generating yet another early rally proved to be the key to beating Carolina again Tuesday in game four; winning the series three games to one.
A white baseball base sits on the brown infield dirt beside a white chalk foul line, with green grass on both sides.

Salem Sox Insider: A Pivotal Pounding; Salem Wins 9-2

After splitting the double-header, a game apiece, on a dreary Sunday, Salem came into Monday under “must-win” circumstances, like most of August, with only fourteen days left in the Carolina League season.
Geek Mob 2013

Things in Roanoke that Don’t Suck Presents: GEEK MOB 2013

On August 17, 2013, Roanoke Doesn’t Suck (aka “Things In Roanoke That Don’t Suck” on Facebook) will be hosting the 3rd Annual Geek Mob!: International Read Comics in Public Day.

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Brushed-steel faucet and gray tile backsplash in a renovation; banner reads "The Roanoker presents Ask the Experts.
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Ask the Experts: Homes

Local homes experts answer all your questions about decor, maintenance, real estate and more.

Recreating a Dreamy Blue Kitchen
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Recreating a Dreamy Blue Kitchen

Inspired by a beloved former home, this Old Southwest renovation layers sky-blue cabinetry, warm metallic accents, and tailored updates into

Four-panel collage of downtown apartment interiors: unfinished room, empty living room, bathroom, and white kitchen.
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On the Rise

The renovations to create new living spaces continue unabated.