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The latest headlines for Greenville, North Carolina from Reflector

Bicyclist struck by tractor-trailer

Aug 6, 2008 4:00 am

A bicyclist was run over by a loaded semi-truck while trying to cross the intersection of 10th Street and Greenville Boulevard in heavy traffic shortly before 5 p.m. Tuesday.

Finding the right fit, price, store

Jul 30, 2008 4:00 am

School's still about three weeks away, but with tax-free weekend approaching, area parents are gearing up for back-to-school shopping. That means uniform shopping.

Finding the right fit, price, store

Jul 30, 2008 4:00 am

School's still about three weeks away, but with tax-free weekend approaching, area parents are gearing up for back-to-school shopping. That means uniform shopping.

Bobby Burns: See rainbows out your window, but track the storms online

Jul 28, 2008 4:00 am

The thunderstorm rolled in not long after we returned about noon on Wednesday from shopping at Ben Franklin and the big Kmart.

Drop-out reduction program may still have shot

Jul 20, 2008 4:00 am

There may still be hope for a program intended to reduce the drop out rate in Pitt County.

Trucker hurt after train hits cab

Jul 9, 2008 4:00 am

A truck driver was listed in critical condition today after his cab was hit by a train near Dickinson Avenue shortly after 3:30 p.m.

Lifestyle Information from Asheville and Western North Carolina

Home & Garden Calendar

Nov 7, 2009 4:15 am

Send items for the home and garden calendar to Polly McDaniel at pmcdaniel@CITIZEN-TIMES.com two weeks before the event. Or mail to McDaniel, Asheville Citizen-Times, P.O. Box 2090, Asheville, NC 2880...

Frame of reference: Preservationists push to keep original windows

Nov 7, 2009 4:15 am

After visiting family in Indianapolis, Michael Lakin decided to purchase a home near his brother in historic Irvington, Ind. He jumped at the opportunity to buy a rundown 1900s home for $40,000.

Fireplaces evolve with modern makeover

Nov 7, 2009 4:15 am

Fireplaces are going from sooty to sleek.

Lo mein: a healthy makeover to a takeout staple

Nov 7, 2009 4:15 am

Chinese takeout is always a treat, but it can be hard to sort out whether it's a healthy one.

Refresh gardens in crisp, fall weather

Nov 7, 2009 4:15 am

Fall has settled in. And for many people, that means it's time to dress up their outdoors in the season's glorious colors before winter's snow sets in.

Some tailgate markets remain open in WNC

Nov 7, 2009 4:15 am

"People think the market closes in October, but it doesn't," says Julie Mansfield of the North Asheville Tailgate Market.

Seasonal bounty spices up fall decor

Nov 7, 2009 4:15 am

To get the full benefit of fall's gorgeous color palate and cozy sensibilities, bring the outdoors in with simple decor changes and bold accessories in the colors and shapes of the season.

Start now if you want better soil for garden

Nov 7, 2009 4:15 am

Ask any longtime gardener the secret to a great garden, and he will probably start talking about soil. Healthy soil grows healthy plants.

Arden home brings the outdoors inside

Nov 7, 2009 4:15 am

For most, having a home is a way of keeping the elements out, but for John and Debbie Prelaz, their home is designed to welcome the outdoors in.

A 'well-dressed home' complements the closet

Nov 7, 2009 4:15 am

NEW YORK -- Are you a T-shirt-and-jeans person with a chintz living room, or someone who loves the structure of a suit but wakes up in a shabby chic bedroom?