SKYLINE

• Seeing Red Velvet

  There’s something mysterious about red velvet cake. Is this deep-blushing Southern belle a down-home comfort like grandma used to make, or a sensual indulgence for sacred occasions?

• Daughter Stands In For Mom While Kids Are Home On Break

  I hope all you readers are doing great. This is Susan, Lovina’s second oldest daughter, and I am 16 years old. Last week, I decided that I wanted to write the column since my brothers and sisters will be home on Friday and Monday for their mid-winter break.

• Behold The Power Of Soup

  It’s been a mild winter and the end is in sight. Still, there are weeks and months of chilly rains, wind, frost and mud to get through before the weather breaks for good.

• Nashville’s ‘Breath Of Soul’ Joins JMU Groups For Feb. 25 Concert

  The Arts Council of the Valley is bringing “A la A Cappella” back to Harrisonburg with its second annual performance. Breath of Soul, along with James Madison University groups the BluesTones and Low Key, will perform on Feb. 25 at 7:30 pm.