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Awesome, I was afraid this series would go the way of the dodo. Thank you for the wonderful insight into colonization...
Interesting ideas. Just a few notes, though, to spur discussion.
1. Blacksburg will never allow a big-box store. The plan for a Wal-Mart down past South Main Kroger get huge pushback and was never approved. To put one right in the heart of downtown is going to be a non-starter, economic benefits aside.
2. There is already a hotel on Main Street: http://www.hotelblacksburg.com/ I don't know if there is much reason to put another one just up the road. Most hotels in the area, as I understand, get most of their revenue during football season and things quiet down significantly the other 8 months of the year. More space for visitors is always good, but will it be profitable?
3. There is already a recently developed Farmer's Market area between Roanoke and Washington Streets. It was a recent development just before I left Blacksburg, but it turned out rather nicely. Probably no need to put in another one just up the road.
But Blacksburg definitely needs to be open to some revitalization efforts, otherwise downtown is going to continue to sink.
When's that other school going to join the party? Y'know the one I mean...UofRichmond!
This would give Virginia three I-A teams, along with the Hokies and ODU.
Hilarious!
Just don't make conversation with the nice policemen in the parking lot after you've finished.
As a Lynchburg native I can appreciate the Texas Inn reference....the chili really is good though. Lynchburg also gave us Cornell Brown and Andre Kendrick among other Hokies, so there's that to be thankful for too.
The season is nigh. THE SEASON IS NIGH!
Fernley, this plan resembles a lot of what I see in downtown state college, and it apparently works wonders for the businesses downtown.
I've long called state college 'Blacksburg in 30 years' because of the similarities between the two towns, but the one thing that Blacksburg totally lacks is any infrastructure development on downtown Main st. I always figured it was a matter of time before it happened, but if you're saying that Blacksburg isn't trying to build something like this then maybe State College is Blacksburg in 50 years.
I'm excited about Mook. Kid has a great head on his shoulders, seems humble, and isn't afraid to knock some heads.
Houston vs Oklahoma -10.5
North Carolina
Alabama
Klemptsen
Notre Dame
Florida State
Liberty has many players, including a pair of brothers, Josh and Nick Newman, from Manhattan, NY, a rather uncommon source of football talent, especially considering their parentage
Seems as if the brothers are more destined to provide unparalleled mail service, but unfortunately they will be making no deliveries to the endzone on Saturday, since there will be no receiver present for signature.
I think it's time for you to make your architectural footprint on VT/Blacksburg!
one question though.....you fit the bar in right????
Anyone want to quit life, move to Blacksburg, and open up a bar in Mike's Grill's spot?— THE KEY PLAY (@thekeyplay) August 30, 2016
Ah, Beth. The Helen of her time. She was known for her beauty while Henry was loathed for his more beastly colonial qualities. Some even said Beth was magical.
NICE! Finally our only Fuller remaining has returned with his awesome weekly analysis.
Mike's was the place my Dad and I went to the first time he visited me in undergrad. Going to miss that place.
Why doesn't Texas float off into the Gulf?
BECAUSE OKLAHOMA SUCKS!!
Houston
UNC
Bammers
Klimpsun
Texas
FSU
What an article. Yes, you need to go the Texas Inn for a Cheesy Western and a Bowl. It will cure what ails ya.
Thrilled the Six Pick is back!
Houston
GA
AL
Clemson
ND
FSU
Agh. Just when I think the week is going by fast,it's only Wednesday.
Me on TKP.....
Probably Diet Coke.
Cougs
Dawgs
Roll tide
Klempson
Irish
Criminoles
4 star busts get a lot more attention because more was expected of them. There are way more 2 and 3 star busts than 4 star busts but they go unnoticed for the most part because people may not have gotten as excited or expected as much of them.
I'm a millennial. The only thing that ticks me off more than being lumped into the stereotype is when I have the stereotype resoundingly verified by many of my peers.
I always thought this was funny and sadly accurate, but that's just, like, my opinion, man
what do you think coaches do and hell even players themselves?
As I recall, Dooley was a plan c recruit. Had good size/athleticism, but I think only played a couple years of high school ball.
He could yet become a real contributor, but injuries so far have hampered his progression. Would love to see him reach his potential, but will also be very happy if we never see those kind of recruiting woes again.