Record #:

4825

Author(s):

McLaughlin, Mike

Abstract:

Since 1983, at least one lottery bill has been introduced in the North Carolina General Assembly during each session. McLaughlin gives a brief history of the lottery legislation.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 19 Issue 1/2, Oct 2000, p10, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lotteries--Laws and legislation

Record #:

4826

Author(s):

McLaughlin, Mike

Abstract:

As far back as the 1980s, polls show that around 60 percent of North Carolinians favor a state lottery. When the lottery is tied to public education, support rises to 70 percent. McLaughlin discusses several polls taken in the 1980s and 1990s and what they reveal about public attitudes toward lotteries.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 19 Issue 1/2, Oct 2000, p40-41, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lotteries--Public opinion

Record #:

4827

Author(s):

Manual, John

Abstract:

Manuel gives a brief history of lotteries and arguments for and against having them. He then discusses concerns people have about lotteries including are lotteries a reliable source of revenue? do lotteries promote compulsive gambling? who benefits most from lottery revenues? and what state programs are earmarked to receive lottery funds?

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 19 Issue 1/2, Oct 2000, p2-9, 11-49, 56-57, il, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lotteries

Record #:

4828

Author(s):

McLaughlin, Mike; Coble, Ran; Gunter, Gregory

Abstract:

The authors examine thirteen lottery issues and discuss positives and negatives for each. Included are how do lotteries affect compulsive gambling? are lotteries really a reliable revenue source? and who gets the most benefit from lottery revenues?

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 19 Issue 1/2, Oct 2000, p50-55, il, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lotteries

Record #:

4829

Author(s):

Scharer, Joanne; Williams, S.D.

Abstract:

Since 1983, public schools in North Carolina have experienced ten major reform efforts. These include the 1985 Basic Education Program, the Year-Round School Movement in 1989, the 1996 Charter School Legislation, and the 1996 ABC Plan. Critics say the state tries too many new programs and does not allow any of them enough time for proper evaluation. Williams and Scharer discuss each of the ten programs in detail.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 19 Issue 1/2, Oct 2000, p58-65, 68-107, il, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Public schools; Educational change

Record #:

3978

Author(s):

Levinsohn, Anna

Abstract:

Every discipline and course has its specialized language; for example, IEPs and LREs in special education. Knowing the technical terms that deal with a handicapped child's education fosters communication and understanding between schools and parents.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 17/18 Issue 4/1, Nov 1999, p8-9, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Handicapped children--Education; Special education

Record #:

4290

Author(s):

Scharer, Joanne

Abstract:

Hispanics are attracted to North Carolina by a moderate climate, job opportunities, and low cost of living. There are approximately 230,000 living in the state. The once stereotypical image of Hispanic-as-migrant no longer is applicable, as many now work in construction, food service, and factories, as well as higher paying jobs, including engineering, medicine, and law. A statistical profile of the 1997 Hispanic population by counties is included.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 18 Issue 2-3, Aug 1999, p8-14 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hispanic Americans; North Carolina--Population--Minorities

Record #:

4291

Author(s):

Scharer, Joanne

Abstract:

Community outreach programs seek to ensure that Hispanics have access to the same quality of health services that the rest of the community has. Outreach programs include providing interpreters at health facilities, providing health literature in Spanish, providing transportation to and from clinics, and visiting migrant farm camps.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 18 Issue 2-3, Aug 1999, p42-46, 49-51 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hispanic Americans--Health and hygiene; Health services accessibility

Record #:

4292

Author(s):

Scharer, Joanne

Abstract:

Vital health issues among Hispanics vary by gender and by age group. Access to health care and inadequate or no health insurance are common to all, and are affected by low income and lack of transportation. Prenatal care is significant to women, while job injuries are important to men. Among children, immunization and nutrition rank high.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 18 Issue 2-3, Aug 1999, p15-29 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hispanic Americans--Health and hygiene

Record #:

4293

Author(s):

Scharer, Joanne

Abstract:

How well Hispanics are able to access health care services is influenced by a number of factors. Inability to communicate in English limits knowledge of services and ability to communicate health needs. Many lack health insurance or other ways to pay for services. Others lack means of transportation, either personal or public, or are unfamiliar with how the health care system operates in America.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 18 Issue 2-3, Aug 1999, p30-41 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hispanic Americans--Health and hygiene; Health services accessibility

Record #:

3977

Author(s):

McLaughlin, Mike

Abstract:

Budgetary constraints and governmental mandates, in addition to the child's disability, are among the demands educators face in working with children with special needs. New Hanover County Schools and Rockingham County Public Schools are among those profiled for successful programs.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 17/18 Issue 4/1, Nov 1998, p103-119, il, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Handicapped children--Education; Special education; Public schools--Rockingham County; Public schools--New Hanover County

Record #:

3439

Author(s):

Whitman, Mebane Rash

Abstract:

While the state has the responsibility to provide a general and uniform free public school system and local government to provide financial support, school units are not equal because of inadequate and inequitable funding.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 17 Issue 1, May 1997, p42-70, il, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Education--Finance

Record #:

3446

Author(s):

Whitman, Mebane Rash

Abstract:

Legislation for the merit selection of judges has been introduced without success in the General Assembly since 1971. The 1997 General Assembly is considering House Bills 741 and 742, and Senate Bills 834 and 835, to select judges on merit.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 17 Issue 1, May 1997, p79-80, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Judges--Selection and appointment

Record #:

3447

Author(s):

Whitman, Mebane Rash

Abstract:

Since 1975, the N.C. Supreme Court has removed or censured twenty-two District or Superior court judges. The action taken on each judge is profiled.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 17 Issue 1, May 1997, p83-85, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Judges--Discipline

Record #:

3453

Author(s):

Betts, Jack

Abstract:

In 1996, the Commission for the Future of Justice and the Courts in North Carolina recommended merit selection of judges to replace current elections. Legislation has been introduced in the 1997 General Assembly for the new process.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 17 Issue 1, May 1997, p72-78, 81-83,86-87,89, il, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Judges--Selection and appointment