Record #:

10496

Author(s):

Sorg, Lisa

Abstract:

The state of North Carolina owns the Umstead Research Farm near Butner. The Department of Homeland Security is considering 240 acres there for its new $450 million Bio- and Agro-Defense Facility. Should the facility be built, scientists will study some of the world's most contagious and potentially lethal diseases. Sorg discusses public reaction.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 30, July 2008, p5, 7, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Department of Homeland Security; Biological laboratories

Record #:

10497

Author(s):

Currin, Grayson Haver

Abstract:

Currin discusses how the Avett Brothers, a trio from Concord, rose from obscurity to the brink of fame.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 30, July 2008, p24-27, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Avett Brothers (Musical group); Musical groups--Concord

Record #:

10498

Author(s):

Woods, Byron

Abstract:

Woods discusses the best and the worst of the American Dance Festival of 2008.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 30, July 2008, p29, 31, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

American Dance Festival; Dance festivals--Durham