Step Brothers Jul 26, 2008
Theatrical Release Date: 07/25/2008. Rating: R for Adult Language, Adult Situations. (The Daily Reflector)
Vitro Reports Record Quarterly Sales; Up 14.5% in 2Q'08 Jul 25, 2008
OEM sales increased as a result of higher volumes derived from new platforms, including the Nissan Sentra platform which started on 3Q'07. AGR sales in the domestic market increased mainly as a result of an improved product mix coupled with higher volumes. (PR Newswire)
Which Cars Are Thieves' Favorites? Jul 13, 2008
Which Cars Are Stolen Most Often. - Automotive News Story - KPRC Houston. (Click2Houston, TX)
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Down the road, Kuhio Motors has sold out of its smallest models Hyundai Elantra and Nissan Sentra and is low on Hyundai Accents and Nissan Versas. But General Manager Michael Keppel isn t convinced that families with three or four kids can afford to downsize the vehicle that hauls everyone to school, soccer practice and the beach. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
For a fun compact, look beyond Civic & Corolla Jun 25, 2008
Top three trade-ins: Nissan Sentra, Honda Civic, Pontiac Sunfire. Buyers mostly fall into that trend-setting, coveted 16-34 demographic. (Globe and Mail)
At least $12K to repair Rose Jun 25, 2008
Wednesday, June 25, 2008. School officials are weighing the costs of replacing damaged windows at J.H. Rose while police continue their search for those who broke them during a vandalism spree last week. (The Daily Reflector)
Railroad bridge collapses into river in SE Iowa Jun 25, 2008
COLUMBUS JUNCTION, Iowa A railroad bridge collapsed into the flooded Iowa River, dropping a locomotive and its engineer into the water, the Louisa County sheriff's office said Wednesday. The engineer was taken to a hospital for treatment of unknown injuries, the office said. (The Daily Reflector)
City Championship Series begins tonight Jun 25, 2008
Wednesday, June 25, 2008. The best-of-three series will pit East Carolina Chrysler Dodge against Clark-Branch Realtors. (The Daily Reflector)
Davis defeats Taft in runoff Jun 25, 2008
Don Davis wins runoff. Don Davis wins runoff Taft won Pitt, but trailed in Wayne, Greene. (The Daily Reflector)
Calif. rescue crews search for adventure group Jun 25, 2008
rescue crews search for adventure group. rescue crews search for adventure group. (The Daily Reflector)
Restaurant news Jun 25, 2008
Second Street Caf; opens in Ayden. Second Street Caf; opens in Ayden. (The Daily Reflector)
Wachovia confirms Goldman hire Jun 24, 2008
CHARLOTTE, N.C. Wachovia officials confirmed that the bank has hired Wall Street giant Goldman Sachs Group. Wachovia spokeswoman Christy Phillips-Brown says the firm was hired to perform analytics on the Charlotte-based bank's loan portfolio to evaluate various alternatives. (The Daily Reflector)
Donation of 2 electric vehicles makes Smokies "greener" Jun 24, 2008
The National Park Service is using two new electric vehicles on the North Carolina side of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The donated vehicles can be used on public roads with posted speeds of 35 mph or less. (The Daily Reflector)
Slow turnout at start of NC primary runoffs Jun 24, 2008
Democrats choose challenger to Berry. RALEIGH, N.C. Six weeks after North Carolina voters turned out in record numbers, Tuesday's runoff primary may set a mark for the lowest turnout ever. (The Daily Reflector)
American Legion Jun 24, 2008
Baseball tournaments. POLICE/CRIME NEWS PODCAST. (The Daily Reflector)
Maine couple opens Shell gas museum Jun 23, 2008
OXFORD, Maine Maine's newest museum looks a lot like a gas station. Lamb's Antique Gas Station Museum, which opened to the public over the weekend, is dedicated to all things related to Shell gasoline. (The Daily Reflector)
Kids Summer Stock launches series of regional food drives at Sunday in the Park concert Jun 23, 2008
Kids Summer Stock launches series of regional food drives at Sunday in the Park concert. Kids Summer Stock launches series of regional food drives at Sunday in the Park concert. (The Daily Reflector)
Seals' island is dumping ground for marine debris Jun 23, 2008
By MARY PEMBERTON Associated Press Writer. ST. PAUL ISLAND, Alaska Huge, whiskered male fur seals called "beach masters" are back on St. Paul Island after swimming a gantlet of lost or discarded fishing gear floating in the Bering Sea. (The Daily Reflector)
Officials hoping for high turnout in second primary Jun 23, 2008
Monday, June 23, 2008. Local election officials are hoping interest in a state Senate race will bring voters to a second election primary being held Tuesday from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.. (The Daily Reflector)
City council set to discuss amending fiscal year budget Jun 23, 2008
Monday, June 23, 2008. The Greenville City Council on tonight will discuss amending its 2008-09 fiscal year budget before it goes in to effect. (The Daily Reflector)
'Drop Back In' center concept to be debated by school board Jun 23, 2008
Drop Back In' center concept to be debated by school board. Drop Back In' center concept to be debated by school board. (The Daily Reflector)
Practicing what they preach Jun 23, 2008
UHS employees work to set healthy example. UHS employees work to set healthy example. (The Daily Reflector)
Floodwaters ruin Iowa grocer's retirement plans Jun 20, 2008
By HENRY C. JACKSON Associated Press Writer. CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa The marquee out front says it all: "God Bless You Neighbors and Good Luck.". (The Daily Reflector)
Missing NC dog found 18 months later in Ohio Jun 12, 2008
MIDDLETOWN, Ohio A dog snatched nearly 18 months ago in North Carolina has turned up in Ohio, some 650 miles from her home. Chrissy, a mixed breed dog, was being held at a pet shelter until she can be returned to her owners. (The Daily Reflector)
Outer Banks officials support federal law on beach driving Jun 12, 2008
NAGS HEAD, N.C. Proposed legislation introduced in Congress to regulate beach driving on the Outer Banks would set aside a court settlement that now governs access along parts of the beach. The Virginian-Pilot of Norfolk, Va. (The Daily Reflector)
Oak Island saves some beachfront spaces for residents only Jun 12, 2008
OAK ISLAND, N.C. Oak Island has set aside some parking spaces near the beach for residents only, angering some visitors. The town recently implemented a trial period for the plan, under which 65 of the approximately 720 parking spaces along the beachfront are set aside for people with Oak Island parking decals. (The Daily Reflector)
The Incredible Hulk Jun 12, 2008
Theatrical Release Date: 06/13/2008. Rating: PG-13 for Adult Situations, Violence. (The Daily Reflector)
ORN police make identity theft arrests Jun 5, 2008
The arrests came after ORN Officer Daniel McGrew noticed the men in a 2000 Nissan Sentra in the Office Depot parking lot located on the Interstate 45 feeder road. They took off and stopped on I-45 Southbound at Woodlands Parkway, Walters said. (Woodlands Villager, TX)
Surge brigade to get new leader Jun 4, 2008
FORT BRAGG, N.C. The 82nd Airborne Division brigade that spearheaded the surge into Iraq is getting a new commander. Col. B. Don Farris will pass command to Col. Christopher Gibson during a ceremony Wednesday at Fort Bragg. (The Daily Reflector)
Wachovia's mistake spotlights Countrywide deal Jun 4, 2008
By IEVA M. AUGSTUMS AP Business Writer. CHARLOTTE, N.C. It's the most basic rule of investing: Buy low, sell high. (The Daily Reflector)
Durham hires new city manager from Pensacola, Fla. Jun 4, 2008
Durham hires new city manager from Pensacola, Fla. Durham hires new city manager from Pensacola, Fla. (The Daily Reflector)
More than 960 graduate from West Point May 31, 2008
WEST POINT, N.Y. More than 960 cadets are graduating at West Point and are expected to hear from Army Secretary Pete Geren during the ceremonies. Geren is the service's top civilian official and is expected to speak at ceremonies Saturday for the U.S. Military Academy Class of 2008. (The Daily Reflector)
Neurologist, choir explore music's healing power May 31, 2008
By KAREN MATTHEWS Associated Press Writer. NEW YORK Noted neurologist Oliver Sacks has found common ground with the pastor of Harlem's Abyssinian Baptist Church: Both men believe in the healing power of music. (The Daily Reflector)
Fla. wood carver enlivens town with quirky works May 31, 2008
wood carver enlivens town with quirky works. wood carver enlivens town with quirky works. (The Daily Reflector)
Caring for cars May 30, 2008
Quality Collision Repair expands in Greenville to meet demand. Quality Collision Repair expands in Greenville to meet demand. (The Daily Reflector)
Business beat May 30, 2008
New bank branch is hard to miss. New bank branch is hard to miss. (The Daily Reflector)
Squirrel causes power outage May 30, 2008
A squirrel in the works. A squirrel in the works. (The Daily Reflector)
Wake Forest joins schools dropping SAT requirement May 27, 2008
By NATASHA ROBINSON Associated Press Writer. RALEIGH, N.C. Wake Forest University will no longer require applicants to take the SAT and ACT exams, boosting a movement to lessen the importance of standardized tests in college admissions. (The Daily Reflector)
New York's Original Kazoo Co. stays true to name May 27, 2008
By CAROLYN THOMPSON Associated Press Writer. EDEN, N.Y. The name of the place says it all: The Original Kazoo Co. And, boy, do its owners mean original. (The Daily Reflector)
Greenville hires first liaison for community May 27, 2008
Tuesday, May 27, 2008. In an effort to strengthen its neighborhoods, the city of Greenville has hired Cori Hines to become its first neighborhood liaison and ombudsman. (The Daily Reflector)
State health plan grant focuses on fitness May 26, 2008
Monday, May 26, 2008. When it comes to long-term health care, preventative medicine doesn't come in a pill, said East Carolina University researcher Mike McCammon. (The Daily Reflector)
Trolling for trash May 26, 2008
Volunteers cope with rain to clean up Tar River. Volunteers cope with rain to clean up Tar River. (The Daily Reflector)
Energy fears looming, new survivalists prepare May 25, 2008
By SAMANTHA GROSS Associated Press Writer. BUSKIRK, N.Y. A few years ago, Kathleen Breault was just another suburban grandma, driving countless hours every week, stopping for lunch at McDonald's, buying clothes at the mall, watching TV in the evenings. (The Daily Reflector)
Conference shakeup May 25, 2008
Sunday, May 25, 2008. For some around Pitt County, high school realignment is a four-letter word. (The Daily Reflector)
Primary has record turnout May 25, 2008
Primary had record turnout. Primary had record turnout. (The Daily Reflector)
Map out a place to park May 25, 2008
By The Daily Reflector. Sunday, May 25, 2008. (The Daily Reflector)
DOT says both river bridges at Wilmington need repairs May 23, 2008
WILMINGTON, N.C. State officials say both bridges across the Cape Fear River at Wilmington will need repairs this summer, but they won't close lanes on the spans at the same time to help traffic flow. The Wilmington Star-News reported Friday that highway engineer Allen Pope said if lanes have to be closed on the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge, workers won't close lanes on the Isabel Holmes Memorial Bridge. (The Daily Reflector)
Two New Hampshire Edwards delegates back Obama May 23, 2008
By HOLLY RAMER Associated Press Writer. CONCORD, N.H. Two of John Edwards' New Hampshire delegates said Friday they will back Sen. (The Daily Reflector)
In remembrance May 23, 2008
POLICE/CRIME NEWS PODCAST. Our latest local news stories in downloadable audio, via Newsworthy Audio. (The Daily Reflector)
Indiana Jones May 23, 2008
Theatrical Release Date: 05/22/2008. Rating: PG-13 for Adult Situations, Mild Violence, Violence. (The Daily Reflector)
Alexander retaliates for blocking GOP appointments to TVA May 23, 2008
By ERIK SCHELZIG Associated Press Writer. WASHINGTON Tennessee Republican Sen. (The Daily Reflector)
Back to roots May 22, 2008
Hot dish: Finelli returns to roots with Fifth Street eatery. Hot dish: Finelli returns to roots with Fifth Street eatery. (The Daily Reflector)
ECU wins one before bowing out at Regional May 18, 2008
Sunday, May 18, 2008. The East Carolina softball team bowed out of the Baton Rouge Regional on Saturday, dropping a 9-1 decision to No. 9 national seed LSU Saturday evening inside Tiger Park. (The Daily Reflector)
Museum offers interactive exhibits on crime and punishment May 18, 2008
By NAFEESA SYEED Associated Press Writer. WASHINGTON Room by room, you search the house. (The Daily Reflector)
Fueling frustration May 18, 2008
As gas prices rise, drivers cut expenses. As gas prices rise, drivers cut expenses. (The Daily Reflector)
Cars damaged, items stolen in rash of vehicle break-ins May 16, 2008
At 6 a.m. a vehicle owner at a business located at 712 S. Kerr Blvd., reported that his 2005 Nissan Sentra had been broken into, but nothing had been taken. The car window and key port were broken, and the owner estimated the damage to be about 500. (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
Latest potent biofuel made from Sweet sorghum sap May 14, 2008
By BETSY BLANEY Associated Press Writer. LUBBOCK, Texas Sweet sorghum is grown in the U.S. for cooking and livestock feed. (The Daily Reflector)
Greenville hits another record for gas prices May 14, 2008
Wednesday, May 14, 2008. Another day, another record price for gas in Greenville. (The Daily Reflector)
Judge seeks input on school redistricting May 14, 2008
Judge asks for public's opinion on school redistricting. By The Daily Reflector. (The Daily Reflector)
10-year-old scholar takes Calif. college by storm May 14, 2008
10-year-old scholar takes Calif. 10-year-old scholar takes Calif. (The Daily Reflector)
Lovin' spoonful May 14, 2008
By Virginia Willis Cox News Service. Wednesday, May 14, 2008. (The Daily Reflector)
Henry County Court May 13, 2008
Henry County Deputy Kelan Wells testified that shortly before 4 a.m. May 8, he stopped a blue Nissan Sentra driven by Bodendorfer for speeding, and found she had a suspended license. Bodendorfer admitted to having a bag of cannabis in her purse. (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
Tulane 10-10, East Carolina 8-8 May 11, 2008
GREENVILLE, N.C. Drew Allian hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning that broke an 8-all tie and led Tulane to a 10-8 win over East Carolina in the second game of a doubleheader. Tulane's Nick Pepitone allowed three hits and one walk in just over three innings. (The Daily Reflector)
North Carolina 5, Virginia 2 May 11, 2008
Relief pitcher Rob Wooten struck out a career-high seven and allowed one hit in nearly five innings as North Carolina beat Virginia 5-2. North Carolina's starter Adam Warren struck out six and allowed one earned run on four hits and four walks. (The Daily Reflector)
Gunman Robs Man Parked At Mall May 9, 2008
The gunman got into a 1999 or newer brown four-door Nissan Sentra that was waiting nearby and fled. Police said there were three other people waiting in the car for the gunman. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)