Wednesday, April 23, 2014
LOS ANGELES — A 9-month-old boxer pup named Duncan barreled down a beach in Oregon, running full tilt on soft sand into YouTube history and showing more than 4 million viewers that he can revel in a good romp despite lacking back legs.
- Book offers healthful tips for travelers
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Maybe you are planning your summer vacation.Or perhaps your daily life always has you on the go.
- Abby: Man's indifference appalls parents
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Dear Abby: My 23-year-old son, “Wayne,” who is single, has a 3-year-old son.
- Dr. K: Relieving panic attacks
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Q I think I might be having panic attacks, but I’m not sure. What does a panic attack feel like?
- Helping your pet prepare for a new baby
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Congratulations! A new baby is joining your family in no time at all.
- Hot Dish: Justine's Cafe in Ayden
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Justine’s Cafe has opened at 495 Second St. in Ayden. 
The homey cafe serves a variety of soups, salads and sandwiches, with a dinner special nightly.
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Junior college transfer Ian Townsend got his first taste of the East Carolina-North Carolina baseball rivalry on Tuesday, and he said he enjoyed multiple aspects of it — especially coming out on the winning side.
- Wrigley Field turns 100
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
CHICAGO — There was a giant replica cake right next to the Ernie Banks statue, and an old-time band played as fans made their way through the main entrance.
- Emmert pushes governance system
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
INDIANAPOLIS — Mark Emmert wants the NCAA to fast-track upgrades for college athletes — regardless of whether a player union is pushing for them.
- Panthers release schedule
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
CHARLOTTE — The defending NFC South champion Carolina Panthers will play three nationally-televised games and face six playoff teams from last season, the NFL announced Wednesday.
- Bobcats fall into 0-2 hole
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
MIAMI — LeBron James scored 32 points and added eight assists, Chris Bosh scored 20 points and the Miami Heat held on to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 101-97 on Wednesday night to take a 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round series.
- Pirates hold off Tar Heels
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
For the second time this month, East Carolina beat an Atlantic Coast Conference team in baseball and set a new season high for fans at Clark-LeClair Stadium.
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
The Daily Reflector will feature political cartoons from in-house artist Dave Irwin on each Sunday's editorial page.
- Endorsement: Brown for District 9
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
On May. 6, Pitt County voters will cast ballots in this year’s Democratic and Republican primaries.
- Letter: Tax numbers don’t lie
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Well, it’s tax month once again. Many of us who have worked long and hard find this to be a stressful and difficult time.
- Letter: Name connector project for Jenkins
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Growing up in Greenville, we were fortunate to watch East Carolina College grow into a full-fledged university through the leadership of Dr. Leo W. Jenkins. We knew Dr.
- Dionne: Individual prosperity requires thoughtful public action
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
The Democrats’ biggest strategic challenge in maintaining control of the U.S. Senate involves motivating the party’s base while simultaneously attracting swing and even Republican voters in contests in conservative states.
- Williams: Confront issue of age discrimination
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
“President Obama Vows Zero Tolerance on Gender Wage Gap,” read one headline.
Monday, April 21, 2014
Several candidates in the May 6 primary election have created programs on the local public access television channel.
- Storm: Rethink that tweet
Saturday, April 19, 2014
When it came to dealing with irritating people, author Will Cuppy had a fail-proof system.
- Hudson: Give Peeps a chance
Saturday, April 19, 2014
I’m a Peeps lover. There, I said it.I just can’t resist those cute, sugar-coated marshmallow chicks that hatch on store shelves every Easter season.
- Rutledge: Value of a dime
Friday, April 18, 2014
For about a year in the mid-1960s, my father decided that my older sister and I should learn something about the value of money.
- Burns: Hey Reinaldo! It's a scam
Monday, April 14, 2014
My last column focused on some recent adventures in car shopping.
In case you missed it, my daughter and I are looking for a quality vehicle for less than $5,000.
- Clark: To cover or not to cover
Saturday, April 12, 2014
Most every year after Dec. 7, I receive a phone call or an email complaining about a lack of coverage of the anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Two Pitt County art teachers spent much of their spring break emblazoning beloved superheroes on the wall of a local business, marking a spot they hope will inspire their students to read and learn.
- District 9 candidates differ on education
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Education policy always has a prominent position in political races, especially this year following changes mandated by the Republican-led General Assembly that ended teacher tenure and created a voucher program for low-income families.
- Early voting begins
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Early voting begins today, and Pitt County has seven sites for residents to cast ballots.
- City addresses campaign signs
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Campaign signs once again are crowding the sides of streets in Greenville, and the city is sending a warning about improper placement.
- City secures funds for GTAC project
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
In what will be a nearly $8 million project, Greenville now will only be responsible for about 10 percent of the cost for construction of the Greenville Transportation Activity Center.
- Three vie for district judge seat
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
A district court judge seated in September by gubernatorial appointment will defend his place on the bench in the May 6 primary as two attorneys vie for the job.
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Greenville Fire-Rescue officials said a trailer on fire Wednesday afternoon on Eastbend Drive was vacant, and no injuries were reported.
- Man hurt after driver runs stop sign
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
A man suffered serious injuries on April 15 after a driver ran a stop sign on U.S. 264 Alternate south of Farmville and hit his truck, according to the State Highway Patrol.
- Crime: Cigarettes stolen in break-in
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Officials are investigating a break-in at a local convenience store on Wednesday morning, according to Greenville Police Department reports.
- Domestic incident leads to fire
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Police are investigating an early-morning fire set on the porch of a Greenville residence as a domestic-related incident.The blaze began at 2:56 a.m.
- Pills collected at take back event
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Law enforcement agencies will collect unwanted prescription pills Saturday at a Greenville CVS pharmacy to help decrease abuse of the substances.
- Domestic incident sparks fire
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Police are investigating an early-morning fire set on the porch of a Greenville residence as a domestic-related incident.
The blaze began about 2:56 a.m.
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