Record #:

24207

Author(s):

Martin, Edward [Author]; Hummel, Kim [Photographer]

Abstract:

Firefly Balloons Inc. in Statesville is one of the nation's largest balloon makers. The author presents the techniques used for making hot air balloons.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 26 Issue 4, April 2006, p52-57, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hot air balloons; Statesville--Description and travel; Statesville--Economic conditions

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 #:

43484

Author(s):

Belleme, Mike [Photographer]; Martin, Edward [Author]

Abstract:

Farming throughout North Carolina has revisited a more traditional method of cultivating livestock. Local farms like Hickory Nut Gap and Bradley's Farm House Beef strive to give consumers a 100% grass-fed pasture-to-plate experience.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 42 Issue 8, August 2022, p44-49 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Business North Carolina ; North Carolina Department of Agriculture; Hickory Nut Gap --NC

Record #:

24226

Author(s):

Martin, Edward [Author]; Robl, Ernest H. [Photographer]

Abstract:

This article presents the history and architecture of redbrick tobacco factories in Durham. A trend has started in which tobacco warehouses are being converted to restaurants, businesses, and apartments.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 24 Issue 9, September 2004, p60-63, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Tobacco industry--Durham; Bricks; Tobacco warehouses--Durham; Brick making; Brickmaking