Record #:

1161

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

A lingering controversy involves the Chapel Hill Town Council, the Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA), and concerned Chapel Hill residents, who are demanding that their malfunctioning septic tanks be replaced with reasonable sewer service.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 28, July 1993, p10-11, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Orange Water and Sewer Authority; Sewage disposal--Costs--Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill--Public works

Record #:

27510

Author(s):

Fulton, Katherine; Burtman, Bob; Ruley, Melinda; Yeoman, Barry; Seessel, Adam

Abstract:

Some of the Triangle’s biggest issues from the past year are slowly being resolved. Updates to the major news stories since they were first printed are covered. These include the zoning issues in Orange County, traffic congestion in the Triangle, public transportation in the Triangle, downtown development in Raleigh, the merging of Durham’s schools, and the survival of the ArtsCenter in Carrboro.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 8 Issue 50, December 12-18 1990, p10-11 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Research Triangle Metropolitan Area; Orange County--Politics and government; Transportation--Planning; Traffic congestion; Carrboro, Non-profit organizations; Development--Raleigh

Record #:

28375

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

Residents in Orange County are struggling with growth. The planned University Station development project is being opposed by many citizens for its lack of rural character, how it may affect the environment, its burden on local schools, and the costs which the county may have to cover to make the development a reality. The timeline and plans for the development are also detailed.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 10 Issue 47, November 1992, p9 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Orange County--Economic conditions; Development--North Carolina

Record #:

1309

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

North Carolina is following other states in offering big incentives to lure private industries, which will provide more jobs and a greater tax base.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 50, Dec 1993, p11-14, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Industry and state

Record #:

1886

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

Burtman reviews Louis Farrakhan's speech at North Carolina Central University on Friday, August 26.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 12 Issue 35, Aug 1994, p11, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina Central University; Farrakhan, Louis Muhammad, Sr. (Louis Eugene Wolcott). 1933-

Record #:

28310

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

Governor Mike Easley and the state legislature recently agreed to an incentive plan to keep Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in North Carolina and keep its Fayetteville plant open. Previous incentive plans were designed to lure companies to North Carolina or help existing companies expand rather than move elsewhere. This new precedent may have the state paying companies to stay based on a mere threat of leaving. This will likely lead to more companies to ask for the Goodyear treatment and the whole situation is likely to get out of hand.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 24 Issue 37, September 2007, p14 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--Economic policies

Record #:

1777

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

In 1990 John Kasarda proposed his original vision for the Global TransPark, to be located in Kinston, to then-Governor Martin, who embraced the idea and began efforts to finance it. Now, however, many obstacles impede the realization of Kasarda's vision

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 12 Issue 31, Aug 1994, p10-13, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Global TransPark (Kinston)

Record #:

2127

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

Regional airports have been built in such areas as Siler City and Person and Franklin Counties with the intention of attracting industry. In some areas, however, the returns have yet to justify the outlays and the additional maintenance funds.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 13 Issue 3, Jan 1995, p12-15 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Airports

Record #:

28320

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

The Triangle area is in the middle of a drought and many individuals and local officials are ignoring the problem. Many residents are ignorant of their responsibility to their community. The problem also is showing how the overall demand for water is finally catching up with the supply which has been brought on by increased growth and a lack of planning. Officials need to develop long-term plans to deal with the problem.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 24 Issue 41, October 2007, p17 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Water supply; Drought; Research Triangle Metropolitan Area--Description

Record #:

2160

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

Due to the lack of a good mass-transit system, Triangle residents who do not own a car suffer from the inability to move freely around the area.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 13 Issue 5, Feb 1995, p10-13, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Local transit--Research Triangle Metropolitan Area

Record #:

972

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

As hate crimes increase in North Carolina, the state's hate-crime laws are proving to be ineffective in prosecuting offenders.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 9, Mar 1993, p6-9, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hate crimes

Record #:

898

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

The issue is how well The Raleigh NEWS AND OBSERVER reports business matters.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 10 Issue 50, Dec 1992, p12-14, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

The NEWS & OBSERVER (Raleigh)

Record #:

27471

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

The ArtsCenter in Carrboro is on the verge of bankruptcy after accruing $500, 000 in debt. Several employees, contractors, and creditors have not been paid for months. All staff has been laid off and the center may have to permanently close. The problems at the ArtsCenter are a result of weak leadership and management.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 8 Issue 28, August 1-7 1990, p7-9, 11-12 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Carrboro, Non-profit organizations; Bankruptcy

Record #:

28408

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

The Northampton Citizens Against Pollution are winners of a 1993 Independent Weekly Citizen Award. The group recently defeated attempts to locate a hazardous-waste incinerator in their county. Industrial hog farms may be the next target of the group as the grassroots organization is committed to changing the way government and business is conducted in Northampton County.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 11 Issue 47, November 1993, p10 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Citizenship awards; Political activists; Hazardous waste

Record #:

1451

Author(s):

Burtman, Bob

Abstract:

Due to a lack of bed space, untrained staff, ill-equipped facilities and, according to Burtman, a lack of will, homeless PWA's (People With AIDS) are often excluded from nursing home care.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 12 Issue 9, Mar 1994, p10-13, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Homeless persons; Nursing home care; AIDS (Disease)--Patients