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Microfest

Microfestivus 2013 Wrap Up

Whether you're a picky beer drinker or willing to try it all, the 16th annual Microfestivus definitely had you covered this year. Over 130 beers were available to try, from brewers all over the area.
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Salem Sox Insider: Clunker Car Giveaway; Salem Prevails 10-4

A crisp summer night set the stage for Friday nights game-two against the Winston-Salem Dash. The Red Sox turned it on late, heavily and suddenly to snatch the lead and the win away from the Dash; prevailing 10-4.
Baby essentials

Mommy Moments: Baby Essentials

Our editor Jessica won't be our magazine's newest parent for long - with another editor's baby on the way, she's provided some helpful gift ideas that all new parents will appreciate beyond the baby shower!
Blake Swihart

Insider Extra: #10 Blake Swihart

A New Mexico native and natural athlete – now a professional baseball player - Blake Swihart is a guy who brings a definite value to the baseball diamond that the Red Sox organization just couldn’t pass up on.
Sox

Salem Sox Insider: Sox Started Early and Got a Result!

A rare 11 a.m. start between the Salem Sox and Wilmington Blue Rocks developed into a pleasurable lunchtime outing for the 1,846 fans in attendance.
Wilmington

Salem Sox Insider: Sox Stall then Fall in Six Innings

A 49-minute “weather delay” plagued the Salem Red Sox Tuesday evening as they lost by a score of 3-0 in a short six-inning bout against Wilmington in game two of the series.
Ravioli

The Wannabe Chef: Those Ravioli Things

Ravioli is stuffed with a creamy ricotta, Parmesan, basil and chicken mixture. And the sauce is comprised of lemon zest and olive oil. Learn Jessica's recipe to wow your family!
Salem vs. Wilmington

Salem Sox Insider: Salem Steals Series Opener; 5-2.

Now 3-1 in the month of August, Salem is still well in post-season contingency as they continue to spar for the final remaining spot
Teriyaki Pork

The Lazy Baker: Slow Cooker Teriyaki Pork

I'm a huge fan of the crockpot - just toss in your ingredients and let it cook all day? What's not to like? I'm also a huge fan of any Asian-inspired meals, so I knew when I found this recipe for teriyaki pork, I was in business.
Microfestivus

Microfestivus: August 10 at Elmwood Park

Microfestivus – this year’s event is August 10 at Elmwood Park – is both a great event and serious proof that an appreciation for beer is not new to Roanoke; the 2013 festival is the 16th annual, and is expected to break previous attendance records.

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On the Rise

The renovations to create new living spaces continue unabated.

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