Hoping Magic strikes twice

Henrico’s Bennie Smith likes his chances at Saturday’s Magic: the Gathering tournament. He won it all in 1998 and thinks this could be the year he hoists his second state championship trophy. But he’ll have to outsmart — or outluck — the 150 to 200 other Magic enthusiasts at the Richmond Convention Center during 12…

DINING REVIEW: Dolce Vita

Dolce Vita Rating: ? Where: 2401 Colony Crossing Place, Midlothian Phone: Phone: (804) 639-7411   Smoking: Non-smoking inside; smoking allowed on outdoor patio Hours: Hours: 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sunday Entr?e prices: $5.95-$15.25 Check for two: $62 (including shared appetizer, two entrees, shared dessert, alcohol, tax and gratuity) “Dolce vita” technically means…

Timberline

Timberline Resort already claims the longest trail in the Southeast — the 2-mile-long beginner-level Salamander Trail. The White Lightning Trail for advanced skiers doesn’t take as long because it’s closer to being straight down the mountain. This year it’s also wider. “We almost doubled the width of it,” said general manager Tom Blanzy. “It’ll probably…

VIDEO GAMES: New

“Reservoir Dogs” is a bloody action-adventure based on Quentin Tarantino’s film. It retails for $30 for Xbox and PS 2. It’s rated M for blood, gore, intense violence and strong language. “Cars” is already available for other platforms, and now takes its film-based, action-adventure, driving fun to the Xbox 360. It retails for $50. It’s…