Bang for the Buck: What Should You Drive? Jun 26, 2008
com's list of the 10 most economic vehicles to own includes the Hyundai Accent, Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris, Honda Civic, Nissan Versa, Mazda MAZDA3, Kia Rio, Scion xB and Toyota Corolla. A non-car option is the Vespa scooter at 72 miles per gallon, sales are up 105 percent over last year. (ABC News)
NC report says diabetes epidemic shows no signs of slowing May 22, 2008
RALEIGH, N.C. A new state report says diabetes is an epidemic that shows no sign of slowing down in North Carolina. The News & Observer reported Thursday that the state Division of Public Health said the number of people with diabetes had risen from 4. (The Daily Reflector)
Liquor missing when stolen trailer is found in south Florida May 22, 2008
CLAYTON, N.C. Police say a trailer loaded with liquor that was stolen in North Carolina earlier this month has been found in Florida, but the booze is missing. Capt. Jon Gerrell of the Clayton Police Department said Thursday the trailer was located Tuesday near the Everglades by the Miami-Dade County Police Department. (The Daily Reflector)
Emily, Jacob again top list of most popular baby names May 11, 2008
WASHINGTON Emily again topped the list of most popular baby girl names last year, registering as No. 1 for the 12th straight time. Jacob led among names for boys for the ninth year in a row. (The Daily Reflector)
Al Clark: Readers giving us a hard time - it's part of the fun, right? May 11, 2008
Al Clark: Readers giving us a hard time - it's part of the fun, right. Al Clark: Readers giving us a hard time - it's part of the fun, right. (The Daily Reflector)
Edwards praises Obama, but doesn't endorse May 9, 2008
NEW YORK Former presidential candidate John Edwards still hasn't made a Democratic presidential endorsement. But the former North Carolina senator seemed to stop just short of it Friday. (The Daily Reflector)
After intimate meeting, pope turns to global audience Apr 18, 2008
By ERIC GORSKI AP Religion Writer. WASHINGTON After a dramatic three days in which he put America's clergy sexual abuse scandal front and center, Pope Benedict XVI turned his attention Friday to the original purpose of his first U.S. visit as leader of the Roman Catholic Church. (The Daily Reflector)
Report: NYC Freedom Tower plans found in trash Apr 18, 2008
NEW YORK A homeless man has come forward with two sets of confidential ground zero blueprints that he says were dumped in a Lower Manhattan trash can. The man brought the Freedom Tower plans to the New York Post, which says the 150-page schematic is marked: "Secure Document Confidential.". (The Daily Reflector)
Yale: Student's artwork purporting to show abortion a hoax Apr 18, 2008
By PAT EATON-ROBB Associated Press Writer. A Yale University art student's claim that she induced repeated abortions on herself and used the blood for her senior project is false, school officials said after her account was published in the student newspaper. (The Daily Reflector)
Position filled Apr 18, 2008
Ayden chamber gets new director. Ayden chamber gets new director. (The Daily Reflector)
Community news Apr 18, 2008
Friday, April 18, 2008. Shuck and pluck event set. (The Daily Reflector)
Kansas dominates North Carolina 84-66 to advance to title game Apr 6, 2008
By EDDIE PELLS AP National Writer. SAN ANTONIO What Roy Williams needed was a comeback for the ages. (The Daily Reflector)
Teague leads Wake Forest to upset of No. 2 Duke Feb 18, 2008
By JOEDY McCREARY AP Sports Writer. WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. Jeff Teague and Ishmael Smith don't have to envy Chris Paul any longer. (The Daily Reflector)
Obama sneaks down to North Carolina for meeting with former rival Feb 18, 2008
2006 Mazda MAZDA3, RED, Miles: 41,301, Price. 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER, Automatic, 4. (The Daily Reflector)
Cold night for ECU Feb 17, 2008
Sunday, February 17, 2008. When Taylor Gagnon was told how many field goals East Carolina made in the second half of Saturday night's game against Southern Miss, the senior forward was shocked. (The Daily Reflector)
Pirates look to eliminate big plays Sep 12, 2007
2007 Mazda MAZDA3, , Miles: 2,835, Price. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix, WHITE, Miles: 40,734, Price. (The Daily Reflector)
Men want hot women, study confirms Sep 11, 2007
2007 Mazda Mazda3 s Touring 6. 1 out of 10 Recent Product Reviews. (Yahoo News -- FYI)
Source: Bobcats come to terms with Carroll Jul 4, 2007
By MIKE CRANSTON AP Sports Writer. CHARLOTTE, N.C. Guard Matt Carroll and the Charlotte Bobcats have come to terms on a six-year contract, a person close to the negotiations said Wednesday. (The Daily Reflector)
Hot dish: University Chophouse set to open Jul 4, 2007
" Lunch hours are 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays; dinner is served from 5-10 p.m. Mondays-Wednesdays and from 5-11 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays. Appetizers and lighter fare will be available until 11 p.m. Mondays-Wednesdays and until midnight Thursdays-Saturdays. The bar will remain open until midnight Mondays-Wednesdays and until 1 a.m. Thursdays-Saturdays. Reservations for the dining rooms are accepted by calling 439-CHOP (2467). Spots on the patio will be available on a first-come,... (The Daily Reflector)
Nation to Celebrate the 4th With Caution Jul 4, 2007
By DEEPTI HAJELA Associated Press Writer. NEW YORK The Fourth of July fireworks display billed as the nation's biggest is trying to up this year's oohs and aahs with a pyrotechnic novelty: exploding shells aimed at the water, not the sky. (The Daily Reflector)
Police show off recruiting video made by high school students Jul 4, 2007
RALEIGH, N.C. It's a recruiting video created by high school students to attract their peers, a full-tilt string of brash video clips to show off the local police department. The 30-second video spot features a pounding electric guitar spliced over footage of officers in SWAT gear, a revving police chase and lots of guns. (The Daily Reflector)
License to Wed Jul 4, 2007
Welcome to Reflector. Theatrical Release Date: 07/03/2007. (The Daily Reflector)
Woman reports attack Jul 4, 2007
Wednesday, July 04, 2007. A 23-year-old woman reported Monday her boyfriend punched, kicked, choked and threw objects at her while they were at a house in the 3000 block of Adams Boulevard, according to a Greenville Police Department report. (The Daily Reflector)
Man arrested in Target incident Jul 4, 2007
Police: Suspect arrested in Target shooting incident. Police: Suspect arrested in Target shooting incident Vehicle found in Nash County. (The Daily Reflector)
Charlotte-area homeowners sue Beazer Homes for fraudulent tactics Jul 4, 2007
CHARLOTTE, N.C. Fraudulent tactics were so pervasive in a Beazer Homes housing development in Charlotte that corporate management must have participated or condoned the approach, according to a lawsuit filed against the Atlanta-based company. The lawsuit, filed Tuesday in Mecklenburg County Superior Court by 10 homebuyers, also names as defendants a Beazer sales agent, Roderick D. Williams, and Beazer Mortgage, which arranged five of the loans. (The Daily Reflector)
Kan. Shoppers Step Over Stabbing Victim Jul 4, 2007
Shoppers Step Over Stabbing Victim. Shoppers Step Over Stabbing Victim. (The Daily Reflector)
National Anthem a Daily Ritual at Diner Jul 4, 2007
Customers at the Liberty Street Diner don't sing for their supper. They sing for their country. (The Daily Reflector)
Scores search in Granville County for missing child Jul 1, 2007
" More than 200 volunteers and police officers searched Friday night and Saturday for the boy in woods that were thick with briars and vegetation. The Civil Air Patrol launched aircraft to search from above and one pilot spotted the dog and alerted searchers on the ground. The boy and his golden Labrador retriever, Sandy, spent the night outside in mild temperatures, but there were drenching thunderstorms. Authorities said the boy had gone outside with his mother to feed the family dogs when he... (The Daily Reflector)
2 American soldiers charged with premeditated murder of 3 Iraqis Jul 1, 2007
2005 Mazda MAZDA3, CHAMPAGNE, Miles: 53,963, Price. DODGE DAKOTA SLT 2006. (The Daily Reflector)