Record #:

2859

Author(s):

Wood, Suzanne M.

Abstract:

Charlotte's new convention center has doubled the business of its predecessor, hosting 285 events in 1995, compared to 87 events in 1994, and bringing $270 million to the metropolitan area. Nearly 350 events already are booked through the year 2010.

Source:

North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 54 Issue 6, June 1996, p16, il

Subject(s):

Charlotte--Economic conditions; Charlotte--Buildings, structures, etc.; Convention facilities--Charlotte

Record #:

2862

Author(s):

Lamme, Robert

Abstract:

Raleigh soil scientist Barrett Kays is planning and directing the restoration of a fifteen-acre oval known as the Great Lawn in New York City's Central Park. The $18.2 million restoration is scheduled for completion in 1997.

Source:

North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 54 Issue 6, June 1996, p10,12-13, il, por

Subject(s):

Kays, Barrett L., 1947-; Central Park (New York, N.Y.)

Record #:

2924

Author(s):

Martin, Edward

Abstract:

Many retirees do not consider retirement as a life of leisure. Instead, a number are launching second careers that include consulting or new business start-ups. Demographers see this as a permanent trend.

Source:

North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 54 Issue 6, June 1996, p54-57, il

Subject(s):

Retirement; Age and employment; Retirees--Employment