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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

As fall fades into winter, perk up your indoors with flowers

Nov 21, 2009 4:15 am

Although I do love autumn, and the Thanksgiving look the countryside is taking on, I have to admit that I miss the flowers in the yard. So it's time to try to get some blooms in the house.

Where to turn when your holiday meal turns bad

Nov 21, 2009 4:15 am

When your holiday dinner looks more disaster than decadent, finding expert help is just a call or click away.

Trains in gardens a particular hit at holiday time

Nov 21, 2009 4:15 am

At holiday time, trains whiz through Richard Kloewer's yard, past the lighted evergreen trees, dolls, teddy bears, even a miniature Harley Davidson display.

A light, fruity pie perfect for Thanksgiving

Nov 21, 2009 4:15 am

This beautiful pie gets a red hue from the cranberry sauce folded into the almond paste filling. Almond paste, which is distinct from marzipan, can be found in the grocer's baking aisle.

Roasted garlic, fresh sage add depth to potatoes

Nov 21, 2009 4:15 am

Take your mashed potatoes to another level with garlic roasted in simmering oil and fried fresh sage. A potato ricer or food mill produces especially smooth potatoes, but if you don't have those, you ...

Seasoning rubs an easy way to flavor a turkey

Nov 21, 2009 4:15 am

The easiest way to add tons of flavor to your Thanksgiving turkey is to get under its skin. Literally. Rubbing a blend of herbs and spices both over and under the skin of the bird just before roasting...

Home of the week: A place where nature thrives

Nov 21, 2009 4:15 am

They came to Arden looking for legendary mountain beauty. What Tom Weaver and Kathy O'Donnell found was a preservationist's paradise, a place where the deer come right up to you morning and night.

Your guide to WNC holiday events, entertainment

Nov 21, 2009 4:15 am

Following is a list of holiday events and entertainment happening in Asheville and Western North Carolina.

Home & Garden Calendar

Nov 21, 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...

Fireplaces evolve with modern makeover

Nov 21, 2009 4:15 am

Fireplaces are going from sooty to sleek.