Record #:

25589

Author(s):

Reid, Dee

Abstract:

North Carolina’s largest employer isn’t what you would think. Ninety-seven percent of private firms in the state employ fewer than 100 persons, making small business the largest employer over textiles, tobacco, and furniture. This article includes three profiles of North Carolina small business owners: Datasouth Computer Corporation located in Charlotte; Wellspring Grocery located in Durham; and Hieronymus Brother Seafood located in Wrightsville Beach

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 2 Issue 13, July 6-19 1984, p1, 4-5, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--Industry; Mecklenburg County--Industry; Durham County--Industry; New Hanover County--Industry

Record #:

25590

Author(s):

Polson, Jim

Abstract:

Research conducted by THE INDEPENDENT found that 5,738 condominiums have been built or authorized in the coastal towns – almost all within the past four years. The “condominium explosion” is no secret, but the environmental and social effects of this construction boom have been largely ignored.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 2 Issue 13, July 6-19 1984, p3, 8, por, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

New Hanover County--Beaches; City planning; Beaches--North Carolina, Eastern

Record #:

25591

Author(s):

Morris, Ann

Abstract:

As North Carolina recruits more and more out-of-state industries, residents have had to fight to save their homes and their land. Though state officials say such industry brings prosperity to everyone, many times poor communities bear the brunt of development without any of the benefits.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 2 Issue 13, July 6-19 1984, p12-13, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Nash County--Industry