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18509
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Analysis of 1980 census information revealed the state's overall population grew by 800,000 since 1970 and that rural areas experienced the largest population increases rather than cities. Details concerning importance of studying census data and the distribution of this information using computers are discussed. A table is also included showing population change statistics for each county.
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25281
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As there is only a finite amount of water on the planet, drastic measures must be taken to ensure that we do not run through that amount too quickly.
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36236
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North Carolina’s population reached 10 million by 2017. Factors noted were states of origin, numbers of people moving and out, counties that have decreased and increased in population, and abroad ethnic groups most contributing to the population explosion.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 37 Issue 1, January 2017,
p24-25
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North Carolina; Population--North Carolina; Population growth; Immigration--Hispanic; Immigrants--North Carolina; Demographics--North Carolina; Charlotte; Raleigh; Mecklenburg County--Population; Brunswick County--Economic conditions; Bertie County--Economic conditions; Tyrrell County--Economic conditions; Northampton County--Economic conditions; Washington County--Economic conditions
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25171
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Whether we choose to accept it or not, the human race is quickly reaching its carrying capacity. What happens when we do is the real problem.
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25240
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The rapidly increasing population will cause any number of environmental problems involving runoff. This increase has caused a government reaction that may or may not work depending on government commitment both financially and effort-wise.
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15999
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The southeast is growing at a phenomenal rate. Although this growth has brought many benefits to the region, such as more jobs and higher incomes, the explosive, low-density land use development that is transforming the southeast is linked to an increasing array of environmental, health, economic, and social problems. Public awareness and concern with the problems relating to sprawl have increased, creating pressure for change and significant opportunities to promote new approaches that can capture the benefits of growth while reducing the accompanying costs.
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38173
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The growth rate of fish is an important index to the quality and productivity of a pond or lake. A survey in 1950 was conducted across several lakes in North Carolina comparing amount to fish sixe to lake specifications.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 15 Issue 9, Sept 1951,
p8-9, il
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24653
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Mayors of the largest towns in North Carolina, such as Charlotte, Durham, Greensboro, and Winston-Salem, make predictions concerning population growth and the census.
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30212
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Banks that serve rural communities, such as First Bank in Moore County, are being challenged by North Carolina's population growth. As urban areas expand, banks are searching for a way to expand into the Charlotte, Triangle and Triad regions effectively while maintaining their commitment to smaller towns. In this article, bankers discuss the banking industry and its future.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 36 Issue 6, June 2016,
p58-61, il, por
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28164
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John McLellan, a member of the New Bern Planning and Zoning Board, shares his thoughts and predictions about New Bern in the next twenty-five years. He discusses future growth patterns, development, and issues which may temper growth.
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27119
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A large crowd attended a public meeting last Thursday in southeast Raleigh. The meeting was about planned updates to the city’s 2030 Comprehensive Plan for population growth and development. Many residents fear that the character of the city is changing immensely.
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25259
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Dave McNaught explains why it is imperative that North Carolina make an active effort to employ successful conservation of natural systems or the state will not be able to support the expected growth numbers in the future.
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31390
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North Carolina has reached a population of six million, ranking as the tenth most populous state. While North Carolina has always been thought of as a heavily rural state, its population density is rather high. The average population per square mile is 120, making the Tar Heel state almost twice as “crowded” as the entire nation.
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32662
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Preliminary reports of 1980 North Carolina population and housing show the total population in the state to be fifteen-percent higher than in 1970. As compared to other states, North Carolina has become the tenth most populous state during the past decade. This article discusses these population statistics, growth in the number of housing units and city expenditures.
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37890
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Although many animals are endangered or have gone extinct, there are other animals, such as quail and deer that are more plentiful than ever before.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 14 Issue 11, Nov 1950,
p14-15, 20
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