Record #:

24231

Author(s):

Murray, Arthur O.

Abstract:

This article presents the ranking of the top private companies in North Carolina in 2003 and compares them to last year's winners to shed insight about economic change in the state.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 23 Issue 10, October 2003, p28-41 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Private companies; Economics; Economic conditions; Business; Economic development--North Carolina

Record #:

24232

Author(s):

Martin, Edward

Abstract:

John McNairy and Felix Harvey run the oldest business in the North Carolina 100. Harvey Enterprises Inc. in Lenoir County owns four cotton gins and buys, stores, and sells cotton. This article discusses the history of the company and the family who started it.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 23 Issue 10, October 2003, p42-53, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lenoir County--Economic conditions; Cotton mills; Cotton; Cotton manufacture

Record #:

24233

Author(s):

Speizer, Irwin

Abstract:

A six-day celebration in the Outer Banks in December 2003 commemorated the Wright brother's first in flight event. The event marked the end of yearlong extravaganza and the opening of a new visitor center. However, the economic impact of the festivities was less than hoped.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 23 Issue 10, October 2003, p54-63, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wright Brothers National Memorial (Kill Devil Hills); Wright, Orville, 1871-1948; Wright,Wilbur, 1867-1912; Outer Banks

Record #:

24234

Author(s):

Martin, Edward [Author]; Fagart, Maury [Photographer]

Abstract:

Blue Ridge Electric and Welding LLC, a company in West Jefferson, builds high-end frames for high-performance bicycles.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 23 Issue 10, October 2003, p64-67, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Bicycles; West Jefferson--Economic conditions; Ashe County--Economic Conditions

Record #:

24235

Author(s):

Burnette, Kristen

Abstract:

Wilmington, North Carolina's historic port city, and the Cape Fear coastal region are among the state's top tourist draws. This article presents top tourist attractions and activities in the area.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 23 Issue 10, October 2003, p68-75, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wilmington; Wilmington--Description and travel; Wilmington--Industry; Wilmington--Economic conditions