Record #:

3268

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

Originating in a project to plant daylilies, the \"New Day in Lumberton\" program in 1996 won a National League of Cities James C. Howland Award for Urban Enrichment, for cities with a population under 50,000.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 47 Issue 2, Feb 1997, p5, il

Subject(s):

Lumberton--Civic improvement; Urban beautification--Lumberton

Record #:

3624

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

Opening in January, 1998, the N.C. Estuarium in Washington portrays the estuarine system created by the Pamlico River and Pamlico Sound. Exhibits pertain to fish and wildlife, ecosystems, human interaction with the estuary, and history.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 48 Issue 1, Jan 1998, p6-7, il

Subject(s):

Environmental education--Washington; Pamlico River Estuary; North Carolina Estuarium (Washington)

Record #:

1697

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

The North Carolina Law Enforcement Support Services office has been created to help local law enforcement agencies acquire materials for combating drug activity.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 44 Issue 6, June 1994, p5, por

Subject(s):

Narcotics, Control of

Record #:

1013

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

Night Flight is a Durham evening recreation program that offers area teenagers an alternative - basketball games - to the drugs and violence of the streets.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 43 Issue 3, Mar 1993, p10, por

Subject(s):

Durham--Recreational activities; Recreational therapy for teenagers--Durham

Record #:

1439

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

When Nathaniel Thompson joined the Durham Fire Department in 1958, he was one of the city's first black firefighters. Chief since 1985, he continues to serve the community.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 44 Issue 2, Feb 1994, p6, por

Subject(s):

Durham--Fires and fire prevention; African American fire fighters--Durham; Thompson, Nathaniel

Record #:

1254

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

Partners Against Crime is a program in Durham that coordinates community resources to create a more secure living environment.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 43 Issue 10, Oct 1993, p7, por

Subject(s):

Crime Stoppers Programs--Durham; Partners Against Crime (Durham)

Record #:

934

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

The Rocky Mount/Edgecombe Community Development Corporation is transforming five condemned buildings in a historic district into a retail, residential, and community center in Rocky Mount.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 43 Issue 1, Jan 1993, p6-7, il

Subject(s):

Rocky Mount--Historic buildings; Rocky Mount/Edgecombe Community Development Corp.; Historic buildings--Conservation and restoration--Rocky Mount

Record #:

1250

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

More and more police stations in North Carolina are popping up where the action is, as departments decentralize to move into community policing.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 43 Issue 9, Sept 1993, p10-11, por

Subject(s):

Police stations; Public relations--Police

Record #:

2960

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

Started in 1993 by the Chapel Hill Police Department, Project Turn Around is an alternative to jail for first-time drug offenders. Participants can learn responsibility, become drug free, and avoid court and a criminal record.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 46 Issue 6, June 1996, p6, il

Subject(s):

Drug abuse counseling--Chapel Hill; Drugs and youth; Chapel Hill--Police department

Record #:

204

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

Project Phoenix is a multi-pronged effort designed to prevent the sale and use of illegal drugs in Raleigh, especially in known trouble spots.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 42 Issue 4, Apr 1992, p1-8, il

Subject(s):

Crime prevention--Raleigh; Drug traffic--Prevention--Raleigh; Drug abuse

Record #:

1830

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

North Carolina has seen a relocation of art pieces from museums and galleries to downtowns, parks, and other public gathering places. Such art is seen as a reflection of the identity of an area, and is available for the general public to view and assess

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 44 Issue 8, Aug 1994, p10-11, il

Subject(s):

Public art; Art, Municipal

Record #:

1750

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

The Raleigh Police Department's Carolina Mudcats Rookie League was created to steer at-risk youth away from the lures of the street and toward the enjoyment of baseball. The program also helps the youngsters to view police in a new light.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 44 Issue 7, July 1994, p9, il

Subject(s):

Police services for juveniles--Raleigh; Public relations--Police--Raleigh; Baseball for children--Raleigh; Raleigh--Police Department; Carolina Mudcats Rookie League (Raleigh)

Record #:

2315

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

The Raleigh Neighborhood Police Officer Program places officers in stressed areas as a crime deterrent. Officers receive a rent-free home for two years and must spend a minimum of 20 hours monthly of their own time becoming involved with residents.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 45 Issue 5, May 1995, p4, il

Subject(s):

Crime prevention--Raleigh; Public relations--Police--Raleigh; Raleigh--Police Department

Record #:

3980

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

The state opened its first community learning center in October. Heritage Park, a southeast Raleigh public housing complex, was chosen for the pilot project. The center brings existing resources to the community, providing basic job and educational skills to both students and parents.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 48 Issue 12, Dec 1998, p6-7, il

Subject(s):

Public housing--Raleigh; Community centers--Raleigh; Community education--Raleigh

Record #:

3979

Author(s):

Humphries, Tara L.

Abstract:

The Raleigh Police Department's Gerald Barham is the 1998 North Carolina Animal Control of the Year.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 48 Issue 12, Dec 1998, p5, il

Subject(s):

Barham, Gerald; Domestic animals--Law and legislation--Raleigh